The Organ Stomach and Corresponding Exercises

The stomach's role, of course, is to receive partially digested food (that is, chewed food) and prepare it for the small intestines. The stomach secretes acid that breaks down the food and makes it more accessible to the bloodstream once it arrives in the small intestines.

The stomach is one of those organs that we cannot ignore. Any stomach problem tends to disturb us, and chronic stomach ills disturbs us throughout the day.

When the Stomach Energy Is Depleted

When a person's stomach is depleted of energy, the person has little appetite, is finicky about what he or she eats, and usually suffers chronic discomfort from gastric acid secretions. The legs are often heavy, and the body fatigues easily. The person often has stomach pain, and, if he or she eats the wrong foods, can suffer acutely for hours. Usually stomach problems are associated with related digestive problems- constipation, diarrhea, or spastic colon.

Stomach problems have very direct effects on our psyches. People with depleted stomach energy are moody, cranky, and tend to think too much, especially about themselves. Because they tire easily, they suffer from the perception that they are weak. They often lack confidence. They crave soft and cold foods, such as ice cream and soft drinks, but overall they have poor appetites. They need rest and prefer to recline when sitting, even when they are in straight-backed chair.

These people have trouble receiving what they need. The stomach functions is weak, causing them to feel undernourished and poorly cared for by life. They are often frustrated. They do not enjoy the struggles of life, but instead see everything as an inconvenience.

When the Stomach Energy Is Excessive

Excess stomach energy causes an emphasis on the stomach. The person with too much stomach energy tends to overeat, though again there may be little appetite. The person may have stiffness in the shoulders and some pain; poor circulation in the legs or in general; dry or rough skin; a tendency towards anemia; and, for women, chronic problems in the sex organs.

When the stomach energy is excessive, the person tends to think too much. He or she usually has an enormous ambition, or appetite for life, but cannot fulfill it and thus is frustrated. Such people are chronically unsatisfied. They can be emotionally extreme- either cold and lacking in affection or overly affectionate. They are big eaters, but they are in a hurry and lack of appreciation for their food. They are constantly striving, without feeling they have reached the goal. They tend to be neurotic.

Muscles involved with the Stomach

Neck:

This group of muscles is the anterior neck flexors which are in the front and sides of the neck. They can easily be affected by whiplash injuries, making it difficult to lift or turn the head. They are normally not quite as strong as the muscles in the back of the neck. If the muscles in the front become weak, the neck forms an “s” curve, causing the head to balance improperly on the spine. This can be the source of headaches and shoulder tension. The neck muscles are associated with the sinuses, part of the drainage system of the head and scalp which contributes to the protective immunization of the body. These muscles are also closely associated with allergies (both food and airborn) and asthma.

Brachioradialis:

The brachioradialis flexes the elbow, and help turn the wrist. A weakness of this muscle may make it difficult to get the arm up and behind the back. Muscle weakness is frequently found in people who experience insomnia and general nervous tension.

Pectoralis Major Clavicular:

This chest muscle helps bend and turn the arm at the shoulder. Treating the reflexes for the pectoralis major clavicular affects both the stomach and the emotional centers within the brain. These relationships may be responsible digestive disturbances brought on by emotional stress. This is easily demonstrated by treating the pectoralis and then having the person think about some aspect of his life which is causing stress. Within moments, the pectoralis major clavicular will become weak again. Using the neuro-vascular reflexes on the forehead for up to 10 minutes will not only help the muscle and the stomach, but it will also make it easier for the person to deal with that particular problem. Allergies, often linked with emotions will usually show up by causing weakness of both pectoralis major clavicular muscles. Many allergies can be tested by noting the reaction of these and other muscles to chewing a suspected food for a few moments.



Levator Scapulae:
 
These muscles in the back of the shoulder and neck are often found weak, causing the neck to twist with the head staying level.  If there is persistant tension in this muscle, chiropractic adjustment of the neck may be necessary.



Special Exercise

Exercise moves blood circulation and transport oxygen to the muscle. It also cleans toxins and more. All Star Kids Club, Inc. has created a specific exercise to open and clean this muscle, lymphatic system, meridian, weight loss, tones and builds muscles along with balancing the positive and negative emotional state; like anxiety and empathy, which is the problem coming from the Stomach.

Contact us to learn more about our exercises.