{"id":150919,"date":"2020-03-24T02:00:41","date_gmt":"2020-03-24T09:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/?p=150919"},"modified":"2020-08-05T14:49:56","modified_gmt":"2020-08-05T21:49:56","slug":"what-are-ear-seeds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/what-are-ear-seeds\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About Ear Seeds"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>While CBD innovations and wearable tech advancements continue to dominate the wellness space, acupuncture treatments, including ear seeds, are also continuing to grow in popularity.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shariauth.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr. Shari Auth, licensed acupuncturist, DACM, LAC, LMT<\/a>, explains these small metal beads (which are placed on the ear) are a part of traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that dates back thousands of years.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIn TCM, the ear is a microsystem of the whole body with dozens of pressure points ready to transform the body and mind,\u201d Dr. Auth tells FabFitFun. \u201cThese points have healing properties such as calming the mind, boosting immunity, reducing pain, and more.\u201d Plus, ear seeds are a non-invasive way to empower your health!<\/p>\n<p>Read on to see if ear beads are something worth trying for yourself, especially if you need that extra boost of wellness.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bk3EGEAAqiL\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"12\" style=\" background:#FFF; 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font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:550; line-height:18px;\"> View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: row; margin-bottom: 14px; align-items: center;\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(0px) translateY(7px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; height: 12.5px; transform: rotate(-45deg) translateX(3px) translateY(1px); width: 12.5px; flex-grow: 0; margin-right: 14px; margin-left: 2px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; height: 12.5px; width: 12.5px; transform: translateX(9px) translateY(-18px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px;\">\n<div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; border-radius: 50%; flex-grow: 0; height: 20px; width: 20px;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 2px solid transparent; border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4; border-bottom: 2px solid transparent; transform: translateX(16px) translateY(-4px) rotate(30deg)\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto;\">\n<div style=\" width: 0px; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-right: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(16px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\" background-color: #F4F4F4; flex-grow: 0; height: 12px; width: 16px; transform: translateY(-4px);\"><\/div>\n<div style=\" width: 0; height: 0; border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4; border-left: 8px solid transparent; transform: translateY(-4px) translateX(8px);\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/a> <\/p>\n<p style=\" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Bk3EGEAAqiL\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;\" target=\"_blank\">There are a few different types of ear seeds, but these gold-plated ones on @cassandraposey are pretty discreet. If they even notice at all, people will likely be curious about your \u201cjewelry\u201d and ask if you just got some new piercings. Meanwhile, you\u2019re feeling much less stressed and anxious, your mind is even and calm, your pain has gone way down, and you\u2019re feeling centered and resilient. Not bad for a few tiny stickers. . Gold is said to strengthen \/ tonify, and silver to reduce \/ drain. You can get v. into that sort of thing if you want (\u201comg don\u2019t use the wrong one in the wrong point!\u201d), but most of the time, I do not, and here\u2019s why \u2014 our bodies are (way) smarter than we are. Bodies already know where there is weakness that needs support, or stuckness that needs dispersing. No need to worry, no need to overthink, no need to not do it at all for fear of doing it wrong, like so many things in life. Your body knows what to do with the instructions that ear seeds provide, and all you need to do is get out of your own way (again, like so many things in life). You know? . I\u2019ve been saying this since April, but, really now, my booklet about how to use ear seeds for self-healing is finally almost here! Sign up for my email list (thru the profile link to my homepage) to receive updates and special offers for that. And there will be 2 opportunities to receive a donation-based custom ear seed treatment in July, so stay tuned for those dates in BK and Manhattan please and thank you. . #earseeds #earseeds #auriculotherapy #painreliever #anxietyrelief #microsystem #headacherelief #acupuncture #acupuncturist #selfhealing #doityourself #gowanus #flatiron #nyc #loveyou<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\">A post shared by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/alignnewyork\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px;\" target=\"_blank\"> Aime\u0301e Derbes | Align<\/a> (@alignnewyork) on <time style=\" font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px;\" datetime=\"2018-07-05T18:40:27+00:00\">Jul 5, 2018 at 11:40am PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the benefits of ear seeds?<br \/>\n<\/strong>A 2013 study published by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3603381\/\"><em>Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine<\/em><\/a> journal suggested that ear seeds are beneficial in reducing chronic low back pain. Ear seeds have also been likened to other health benefits including weight loss and successful anxiety management. However, there still is a limited amount of published medical research supporting these claims, making it important to approach (and research!) any product claims carefully.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, doctor of acupuncture and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lionsheartwellness.com\/about-kim-peirano.html\">licensed acupuncturist Dr. Kim Peirano, DACM, LAC<\/a>, explains, \u201cWe think of the ear, hands, feet, and abdomen as microsystems of the body, where we can address any concern in the body. The ear is a popular version of this concept because it is very concentrated, making the effects are a bit more pronounced.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>How are ear seeds applied?<br \/>\n<\/strong>Unlike an earring application, Dr. Auth explains that ear seeds are non-invasive tiny metal beads (usually found on an adhesive sticker) that are placed on top of the skin. Since these seeds can be placed on any number of points found on the ear, she says you can strategically place multiple seeds (between three to five) throughout the helix or lobule.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Does it matter where you place them?<br \/>\n<\/strong>Since the ear contains many acupuncture points, Dr. Auth says the placement of your ear seeds can vary depending on your needs.\u00a0\u201cDepending on where the ear seed has been placed, you may feel calmer, are in less pain, or experience an increased sex drive,\u201d she explains. \u201cGet as close as you can to the designated point on the map for best results.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>She also advises determining your key health objectives first, and then carefully placing the seeds where it can help you the most. \u201cFor example, you can use a seed to balance hormones and calm the mind,\u201d she suggests. \u201cThe two points will work together to produce a greater result.\u201d Also, you should know that results also vary depending on the person, as some individuals may feel relief immediately, while others (with more difficult conditions) may need to wait a few weeks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can you combine ear seeds with actual acupuncture?<br \/>\n<\/strong>Since ear seeds are often used in conjunction with acupuncture treatments, Dr. Auth says they can extend the results of your treatments received from a licensed acupuncturist.\u00a0 She also notes, \u201cEar seeds can also be used on their own when you\u2019re too busy to get into the studio for an acupuncture treatment, or are traveling. While wearing ear seeds, you can apply light pressure to activate the effects of the seed for an extra boost.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>As always, consult your physician or doctor if you have any questions before trying out any new treatments.<\/p>\n<p>xx, The FabFitFun Team<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":"While CBD innovations and wearable tech advancements continue to dominate the wellness space, acupuncture treatments, ...","author":7532747,"featured_media":151220,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[4],"tags":[],"thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/24124043\/ear-seeds.png","thumbnail_url_middle_card":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/24124043\/ear-seeds-386x200.png","formated_date":"March 24, 2020","category_name":"Wellness","category_icon":"https:\/\/d3vodd1ws13xud.cloudfront.net\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/10113835\/health-2.svg","author_name":"Courtney Leiva","trending":false,"sponsored":false,"random_color":"#e902f9","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/150919"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7532747"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=150919"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/150919\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/151220"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=150919"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=150919"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=150919"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}