Q. What exactly is the Compose Diet Latte, and how does it affect weight loss?

The Compose Diet Latte is a low-calorie coffee beverage formulated with functional ingredients such as caffeine, green tea catechins, and L-carnitine. In Western medicine, these components are thought to stimulate thermogenesis and promote fat oxidation, temporarily increasing the metabolic rate. However, TKM evaluates the 'nature' of the beverage in conjunction with the individual's 'constitution.' Frequent intake of cold-natured drinks can impair the transport and transformation function of the Spleen, leading to Spleen Deficiency (Bi-heo). This impairs water-fluid metabolism, resulting in the accumulation of phlegm-fluid (Dam-eum), which can paradoxically cause swelling, fatigue, and the 'yo-yo effect.' Furthermore, replacing meals with diet lattes often leads to nutritional imbalance and a deficiency in Qi and Blood. TKM suggests a more sustainable approach: strengthening Spleen function and eliminating phlegm-fluid through constitution-specific diets and herbal medicine. Rather than relying entirely on these drinks, it is recommended to use them only as supplementary tools while focusing on foundational health and constitutional improvement.