Ancient labor people divided the day and night into twelve periods, each called a "shichen" (hour). According to the living habits of different animals, each hour was corresponded with an animal. The following is the ancient twelve shichen good or bad correspondence table. No matter when you receive acupuncture, you must pay attention to this point.

The Ancient Twelve Shichen Good or Bad Correspondence Table

Zi period: On the left, there are kind people; on the right, there is food.
Chou period: On the left, there are worrying people; on the right, there are kind people.
Yin period: On the left, distant people come; on the right, something happens.
Mao period: On the left, noble guests come; on the right, peace comes.
Chen period: On the left, distant guests come; on the right, there is damage.
Si period: On the left, there is food; on the right, there is evil.
Wu period: On the left, there is food; on the right, there is misfortune.
Wei period: On the left, there is auspiciousness; on the right, there is moderate joy.
Shen period: On the left, there is loss of wealth; on the right, there is female thoughts.
You period: On the left, guests come; on the right, distant guests arrive.
Xu period: On the left, guests arrive; on the right, there is gathering.
Hai period: On the left, guests arrive; on the right, there is official troubles.

What Are the Acupuncture Time Taboos?

Acupuncture has no time taboos, because acupuncture at different times has different effects.
It is recommended not to take a bath immediately after acupuncture. It is better to rest for 2 to 3 hours before taking a bath. After acupuncture, do not drink alcohol, and try to eat light food. After acupuncture, pay attention to your personal rest, go to sleep on time, do not overwork, and reduce playing mobile phones and games. Otherwise, acupuncture will be of no help to yourself. Drink more water and less carbonated drinks.