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

Many people make the mistake of strictly limiting their diet to a few foods, like chicken breast and sweet potatoes. While this may lead to initial weight loss, it often results in a plateau and symptoms of fatigue or dizziness. This happens because when the body perceives a nutrient deficiency, it enters an 'emergency mode,' fluctuating insulin levels and clinging to fat more tightly. In TKM, this state is viewed as an accumulation of 'Dameum' (phlegm-fluid retention) and 'Eohyeol' (blood stasis). Dameum refers to stagnant fluids and metabolic waste, while Eohyeol refers to turbid, stagnant blood. When these residues clog the vessels and tissues, metabolism slows down, creating an environment where fat is difficult to burn regardless of calorie intake. Furthermore, many patients suffer from 'Bi-heo' (Spleen Deficiency). When the function of the Spleen—which governs digestion and transformation—is weakened, the body fails to convert nutrients into energy and instead stores them as fat. This is why a diet tailored to your specific digestive and absorptive capacity is more critical than simple calorie restriction. Ultimately, a diet to lower body fat is one that clears inflammation and waste to flip your metabolic switch back on. The first step is to determine whether your constitution is characterized by Spleen Deficiency or an excess of phlegm-fluid. We can analyze your specific body type in detail during your clinic visit.