Obesity is one of the heart disease risk factors. Acupuncture can help in weight loss and is increasingly used to treat obesity. The approach of acupuncture is to restore the balance within the body caused by malfunctioning of the spleen and liver systems. Acupuncture aims to unblock the passageway of blood to enhance digestion and metabolism. Such treatments do not cause diarrhea or starve the body. It stimulates the invisible energy paths or meridians to enhance the body organs’ functions. As a treatment for heart disease, it can complement the Western medicine approach. If it help to reduce or remove the heart disease risk factors, it is certainly worthwhile exploring.