In China, there is a saying: The yang qi from heaven is called the sun; the yang qi from the Earth is called moxibustion. So, you can imagine the great benefit of moxibustion.

Moxibustion is one integral part of the acupuncture practice. In Chinese, “Zhen Jiu” is comprised of two words: needle and moxibustion. Because of its smoke and smell, it’s a big challenge for a clinic to use. So nowadays, when people talk about acupuncture practice, they normally understand it to be using a fine needle. Actually, moxibustion is a very important part, even more important than the needle in real acupuncture practice. 

While an acupuncture needle is normally used to help smooth the qi flow, moxibustion can do more than that. It can not only unblock the qi, but it can also help tonify your yang qi, which is the driving force and energy source for your whole body to function well.