In my acupuncture practice, I've shied away from treating anyone for weight loss - mostly because I think eating a healthy diet and doing proper exercise are the best roads to sustainable weight control. But, a psychologist in New Zealand has been using gentle tapping acupressure of certain points as a tool for controlling cravings. The technique is also being used to treat a variety of mood disorders. This makes sense to me because stimulating acupuncture points can regulate the nervous system and stabilize the mood, leading to more control over cravings and subsequent weight loss.