Many patients ask, 'In the end, isn't it just about eating less to lose weight?' While calorie deficit is a factor, the reason some people lose weight easily while others struggle despite starving lies in the body's 'residue' and 'functional capacity.' In TKM, these residues are referred to as Dam-eum (phlegm-fluid retention) and Eo-hyeol (blood stasis). Dam-eum occurs when fluid metabolism is disrupted, and Eo-hyeol refers to stagnant, turbid blood. When these accumulate in blood vessels and tissues, metabolism slows down, making the body like a 'rusted engine' that cannot run efficiently regardless of how little you eat. Furthermore, for those with Bi-heo (Spleen deficiency/weak digestive function), indiscriminate fasting leads to muscle loss and a sharp drop in basal metabolic rate. Therefore, our approach prioritizes 'cleaning the rust' by supporting Spleen function and clearing Dam-eum and Eo-hyeol before focusing solely on restriction. While conventional dieting focuses on 'reducing input,' TKM treatment focuses on 'increasing output' (metabolism). By accurately assessing your body's current state, we provide personalized prescriptions based on your constitution to ensure a sustainable and healthy weight loss journey.