Q. Others seem to lose weight just by eating less, but I feel like I gain weight even if I only drink water. Is there something wrong with my body?

Struggling with weight loss can be physically and emotionally draining. It is important to understand that weight gain is often a failure of the body’s 'internal combustion system' rather than just overeating. While modern medicine focuses on insulin resistance—where the body stores fat instead of using it for energy—Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) views this as a cycle of Spleen Deficiency (脾虛) and Phlegm-Dampness (痰飮). In TKM, the Spleen is the primary organ responsible for digestion and metabolism. When Spleen Qi is weak, the body's 'fire' isn't strong enough to fully process nutrients, resulting in the creation of 'Phlegm-Dampness,' a sticky metabolic byproduct. If this waste accumulates and blocks circulation, it can lead to Blood Stasis (瘀血), making it significantly harder to lose weight. Ultimately, you are gaining weight because your body lacks the energy (Qi) to expel these waste products. Instead of starving yourself and further depleting your vital energy, the priority should be restoring Spleen function to clear out Phlegm-Dampness and create an environment where your body can burn energy naturally. I will provide personalized care to help your body regain this essential balance.