Q. What exactly is a diet for lowering body fat percentage, and why is it so important for weight loss?

Many people attempt to lose weight through extreme calorie restriction, only to experience fatigue and dizziness. This 'crash dieting' primarily results in the loss of water and muscle mass, even though the goal is to reduce actual body fat. From a modern medical perspective, rapid spikes in blood glucose lead to insulin overproduction, which triggers the storage of excess energy as fat. Breaking this cycle is essential for initiating fat oxidation. In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), this accumulation is often viewed as 'Dam-eum' (痰飮), a pathological byproduct caused by impaired fluid metabolism. When Dam-eum accumulates, it obstructs the flow of Qi and Blood, which in turn hinders efficient fat metabolism. Furthermore, those with 'Bi-heo' (脾虛), or Spleen Deficiency, often struggle to convert nutrients into energy, making them prone to weight gain regardless of the quality of food consumed. Therefore, the priority is to improve metabolic efficiency through a diet tailored to one's digestive capacity rather than simply eating less. The core of this dietary approach is flipping the body's 'metabolic switch' to fat-burning mode. However, since digestive strength and constitutional types vary significantly between individuals, a precise, personalized guide is necessary. Upon visiting the clinic, we will thoroughly assess your current physical condition to create a customized plan.