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I've heard that the reasons for weight gain vary by constitution. Specifically, what criteria do you use for analysis?
Weight gain isn't simply a matter of eating less and moving more. We analyze your current metabolic state and the degree of waste accumulation. We use a checklist to determine whether your metabolism has slowed due to a deficiency in Qi (vital energy) or if stagnant waste products are blocking your circulation.
Obesity is not merely a result of overeating, but occurs when there is a dysfunction in how the body processes energy. In my clinical experience, I have found that the 'blockages' differ for every individual. We analyze your current condition based on the following criteria:
✓ Digestive and Absorptive Capacity: We check for Spleen Deficiency (Bi-heo, 脾虛), where a weakened spleen fails to convert nutrients into energy, causing them to accumulate as damp waste.
✓ Blood Circulation and Stagnation: We examine the presence of Blood Stasis (Eo-hyeol, 瘀血), where thickened blood hinders flow, leading to localized swelling or stubborn fat that resists weight loss.
✓ Accumulation of Waste: We look for Phlegm-Fluid (Dam-eum, 痰飮), which consists of sticky, unnecessary fluids and waste that obstruct metabolic pathways.
✓ Basal Metabolism and Vitality: We check if an extreme lack of Qi has put the body into 'survival mode,' causing it to store energy rather than burn it.
Distinguishing these causes is crucial because applying the wrong treatment—such as forcing perspiration or suppressing appetite in a patient with deficient Qi—can further damage the body and lead to side effects like dizziness. The most accurate diagnosis is achieved through pulse diagnosis and medical consultation. I look forward to analyzing your specific condition and guiding you toward the right direction.