Q. You recommended eating tofu gratin while on my diet. What exactly is it, and how does it help with weight loss?

Many people fail their diets because they rely on bland foods like chicken breast and sweet potatoes. Tofu gratin focuses on sustainability by ensuring the meal is flavorful yet healthy. From a biomedical perspective, reducing refined carbohydrates prevents blood sugar spikes, which lowers the secretion of insulin—the fat-storage hormone—prompting the body to utilize stored body fat as its primary energy source. In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), this process helps improve a state of 'Spleen Deficiency' (Bi-heo, 脾虛). When Spleen function is weak, nutrient absorption is impaired and metabolic waste accumulates. Tofu, with its mild properties and rich nutrition, supports Spleen function and helps reduce 'Dam-eum' (痰飮), which refers to abnormal fluid retention and phlegm in the body, making you feel physically lighter. The core objective is not simply filling your stomach, but normalizing metabolic functions to create a physiological foundation where weight loss occurs more efficiently. However, since tofu may not suit everyone depending on their digestive capacity or constitution, I recommend a consultation at the clinic to determine the most effective dietary plan tailored to your specific body type.