Maybe I can live a longer life by performing moxibustion

The story is about the long-lived elderly in Japan during the period of Tokugawa Shogunate. The old man was Wanbingwei(transliteration) from a long-lived family in which his wife lived 173 years, his son 153 years, his grandson 105 years and he himself 174 years. The legend goes that, they were all very vigorous and in extremely good health. When asked what contributed to his longevity, Wanbingwei answered, ' I perform moxibustion above the acupoint Zusanli every day and this is our family secret prescription handed down from my ancestors. Nothing more.'

perform moxibustion above Zusanli

In north Japan where is cold, people there are fond of performing moxibustion above the Zusanli point to enable themselves enjoy a healthier and longer life.

In fact, this moxibustion therapy comes from China. Sun Simiao, king of medicine in Tang dynasty also performed moxibustion therapy on Zusanli very often. It is said that he lived 142 years.

King of medicine

This moxibustion therapy, which passes on from the ancient times, now also plays a significant role in modern time.

AIAITIE for Zusanli point