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Q. How exactly does Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) help with weight loss? It seems to work differently from conventional Western medicine.
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TKM weight loss medicine works through three main stages: first, it activates the sympathetic nervous system to boost metabolism, mimicking the effects of exercise. Second, it regulates stomach smooth muscles to provide a sense of satiety even with smaller portions. Finally, it promotes the discharge of metabolic waste and 'Stagnant Blood' (Eohyeol) to reduce edema and facilitate natural weight reduction, rather than just relying on starvation.
📝 Detailed Answer
Greetings, I am Dr. Choi Yeon-seung, Director of Baekrokdam Clinic. Having personally experienced the struggle of 'middle-age spread' in my late 30s, I understand that simply starving is not a sustainable solution. TKM obesity treatment focuses on restoring the body's fundamental metabolic efficiency. While it does increase the basal metabolic rate and regulate appetite hormones—similar to Western medical principles—TKM goes deeper to address why waste accumulates in the first place. We focus on resolving 'Phlegm-fluid' (Dameum), a sticky byproduct of poor circulation that makes the body feel heavy, and 'Stagnant Blood' (Eohyeol), which triggers inflammation and hinders weight loss. Furthermore, many modern professionals suffer from 'Spleen Deficiency' (Biheo); when the Spleen's energy is weak, the body fails to burn energy and instead stores it as fat. Herbal prescriptions are designed to clear these toxins and strengthen the Spleen's function, transforming the body into one that utilizes energy efficiently. My goal is to fundamentally change the internal environment that promotes weight gain.
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