Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese method of a medical treatment which is based on influence over biologically active points of the organism. Thanks to direct influence over basic conducting systems of the organism (nervous, vascular, lymphatic systems) and mediate activation of main controlling systems (central nervous system, neurohumoral, endocrine, immune systems) modern acupuncture is considered to be an effective method of medical treatment of a wide range of diseases. It helps to achieve good results in treatment and to improve the quality of life. Unlike drug therapy, the method of acupuncture doesn"t have side reactions. Acupuncture stimulates the increase of activity of adrenal hormones, changes vascular permeability, tissue metabolism, improves flow characteristics of blood. Energization of the inner reserves of the organism induced by acupuncture makes for the correction of metabolism and weight, and rejuvenation of the organism. Acupuncture helps to achieve good results in giving up smoking, combating alcohol addiction, overweight and stress.