Q. I'm an office worker. Can I participate in a Korean medicine diet program? Please let me know about treatment efficiency and time constraints.

As a fellow office worker, I understand how hard it is to find time. Can you do a Korean medicine diet? Yes, but the key is 'how you do it.' Let me explain some advantages. First, the prescription is tailored to your individual constitution and condition. For example, if you have a cold body type or poor digestion, the doctor will approach it through mechanisms like 'spleen deficiency (biheo)' or 'phlegm-fluid retention (dameum).' Rather than simply suppressing appetite, it looks at the body's overall balance, so rebound weight gain is less common and you experience less fatigue. Second, you can adjust the frequency of visits. Initially, 1–2 visits per week may be needed, but later you can just take herbal medicine or substitute with phone/video consultations. Third, side effects are relatively rare compared to Western drugs like Wegovy, so you can proceed with confidence. However, there are downsides. First, consistency is essential. You must take herbal medicine at a set time every day, and lifestyle habits need to be adjusted for optimal results. Second, time constraints still exist—especially for acupuncture, cupping, or picking up herbal medicine, you may need to visit at scheduled hours. Third, individual results vary greatly. Some people feel changes in 2 weeks, but others take about a month. Due to medical regulations, we cannot make claims like 'this will make you lose weight quickly.' In conclusion, I can't say it's 'perfect for office workers' or 'absolutely impossible,' because the approach depends on your commute, workload, and diet goals. I recommend consulting a nearby Korean medicine clinic first and checking whether adjustments can be made to fit your schedule.