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Biheo Constitution Diet
When I meet patients in the clinic, there's one complaint that seems particularly frustrating for them. "Doctor, I feel like I gain weight just from drinking water." At first, it may seem like just a figure of speech, but there are actually many patients who have drastically reduced their food intake yet still see the number on the scale stay the same—or even experience worse swelling.
2kg Weight Gain Before Periods: Hormones & TKM Edema
"Doctor, I followed my diet and exercised, but I gain 2kg right before my period. Is this all turning into fat?" This is a common concern. Learn why this weight gain is usually water retention (edema) and how Traditional Korean Medicine approaches it.
Post-GLP-1 Weight Management: A TKM Complementary Guide
"My appetite exploded as soon as I stopped the medication." "I lost weight, but I have no energy and feel lethargic." These are the most common complaints from patients who have used GLP-1 receptor agonists (Wegovy, Saxenda, Ozempic). Beyond the dramatic weight loss lies the fear of the yo-yo effect...
Spring Diet: Korean Medicine Approach
Discover why spring diets can be particularly challenging and learn about the Korean Medicine approach. Explore customized strategies for three body types: Spleen Qi Deficiency, Liver Qi Stagnation, and Phlegm-Dampness, and understand the principles of herbal dieting.
Can Changing Your Meal Timing Alone Help You Lose Weight This Spring?
Spring Dieting, Can You Lose Weight Just by Changing Meal Times? As the weather warms and clothing becomes lighter, questions about dieting have noticeably increased in the clinic. Among them, inqu
It's Not What You Eat, But When — How Meal Timing Affects Your Weight
Korean Medicine and modern research agree: meal timing matters as much as what you eat. Learn how circadian rhythm and spleen health affect your weight.
Why Poor Sleep Makes You Gain Weight — Sleep Deprivation, Appetite, and Body Weight
Skipped the late-night snacks but the scale still went up? If diet and exercise aren't moving the needle, sleep might be the missing piece.
Why You Keep Eating When Stressed: Emotions and Appetite in Traditional Korean Medicine
Why We Keep Eating When Stressed: Emotions and Appetite from a Korean Medicine Perspective "It's strange, but on days when my mind feels cluttered and I'm having a hard time, I unconsciously reach for spicy and sweet foods." This is a common concern many patients express in the consulting room. Intellectually, I know I should stop eating, but my emotions...
Will skipping breakfast help you lose weight faster?
Does skipping breakfast help you lose weight more effectively? "They say it's better to skip breakfast if you're trying to diet?" That's one of the most common questions I hear in the consultation room. This is because many people naturally started skipping breakfast while trying intermittent fasting for weight loss. Since they're skipping one meal, their total...
The Real Reason You Can't Stop Late-Night Snacking Has Nothing to Do with Willpower
The real reason you can't stop late-night snacking isn't about willpower. Learn about the physiological causes and Traditional Korean Medicine approaches.
The Real Reason for Nightly Binge Eating While Dieting
The Real Reason Behind Nightly Binge Eating While Dieting "I managed to hold back so well during the day, but it feels like I lose all self-control once 10 PM rolls around." This is a story I hear very often from people struggling with their diet in the consultation room. They manage to stick to salads and chicken breast all day long, but then night falls, they succumb to an uncontrollable appetite, and by the next morning, they're plagued by feelings of guilt—this pattern...
When Your Weight Stalls During a Diet: How to Tell if It's a Plateau or Your Body Type
When Weight Stalls During a Diet: Is It a Plateau or Your Body Type? You've definitely been following the same diet and exercise routine as last week, but there are times when the number on the scale hasn't budged for days, or even weeks. At these moments, many people feel frustrated and easily fall into the thought, 'Is my body just naturally resistant to weight loss?' I, too, when on a diet...