The Biohacker's Guide to Acupuncture: A Deep Dive into an Ancient Modality with Modern Application

Ancient techniques used in conjunction with modern interventions for health supremacy. #3

Apologies for my short hiatus from writing

I’ve been reflecting on new protocols that I’m excited to deliver to you, my dedicated subscribers

Thanks to your ongoing support as a community, I’m thrilled to share insights into a new fascination of mine that many of you may have seen me discuss on X

Acupuncture, an ancient practice rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. While some may dismiss it as pseudoscience, I beg to differ

Yes, it is indeed rooted in a sense of esotericism, with its references to metaphysical blockages and pathways

However, its physical effects cannot be denied, and its impact on the nervous system exceeds human expectation

Studies indicate that acupuncture is the real deal, and anecdotal evidence supports this claim

As a thank you for your continued support, I have put together a comprehensive guide that will answer all your questions and help you unlock the potential of this practice.

Let us begin.

So, what is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is an ancient healing practice that originated from Traditional Chinese Medicine over 2,000 years ago. It involves the insertion of very thin needles into specific points on the body called acupoints to stimulate physiological and biochemical changes in the nervous system. Practitioners of this ancient practice believe that these acupoints lie along energy pathways known as meridians*, which are thought to channel *Qi* (the body’s vital energy source)

But why did you start using it?

I explored the concept of acupuncture as a biohacking and recovery tool when I stumbled across studies on mice that indicated its effects on multiple signaling pathways involved in brain health and the regulation of the sympathetic and autonomic nervous systems.

After all, why wouldn’t you use it?

- Increases the expression of BDNF: BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor) is involved in the maintenance of neurons and neurogenesis the growth of new neurons.

- Improves metabolic and fascial health: Through mechanisms involving adenosine and the MAPK signaling pathway, acupuncture improves fibroblast function. Fibroblasts are the primary cells in connective tissue, including fascia, responsible for producing collagen and other extracellular matrix components. By promoting fibroblast proliferation, acupuncture can lead to enhanced tissue remodeling, repair, and maintenance of fascial integrity. This is critical for maintaining flexibility, reducing inflammation, and preventing tissue adhesions, which is why I was using BPC-157 alongside acupuncture.

Over the summer, I struggled with sympathetic dominance, and my autonomic nervous system was in turmoil, which forced me to seek out and employ a tactical approach to manage my nervous system

This led to my meeting with Dr. Weighou Li, a practitioner and good friend of mine who has been practicing acupuncture for over 40 years, which I’m sure wasn’t a meeting of sheer chance. I was meant to go through these trials and tribulations of external stressors to meet Mr. Li and share my findings with you

And no, this is not fabricated My doctor’s name is Li, and he’s not one of the main protagonists in the Rush Hour series, as some of you may like to think

I have been attending weekly sessions with Mr. Li, and he has been very helpful in my treatment. Mr. Li was also interested when I explained to him the concept of peptides. After all, peptides and acupuncture are quite similar, as both work to enhance the body’s endogenous responses to repair and regenerate, which is why they have a symbiotic relationship with one another. Acupuncture is the peptides of the ancients, which is why I have added it to my recovery routine.

The remainder of this article will discuss the benefits of acupuncture and how you can incorporate this practice into your routine

Let’s dig deeper

As discussed, my primary objective when I discovered acupuncture was to balance my nervous system. It was only by sheer accident that I discovered its potential as a neuroprotector and neurogenic aid, meaning that acupuncture could be used in conjunction with other therapies beyond just peptides. For example, it could be combined with other pharmacological agents, such as cerebrolysin, and it may be beneficial in preventing or mitigating Parkinson's. This is because acupuncture can increase GDNF (Glial cell line-Derived Neurotrophic Factor) levels, which protects dopamine neurons one of the key drivers of Parkinson’s disease.