I completely understand the eagerness to see immediate results; many of my patients find themselves checking the scale daily. However, it is essential to give your body time to adapt to a new metabolic rhythm. Regarding the timeline: once your prescription is finalized following the telehealth consultation, it takes approximately 3 to 5 business days for the medicinal herbs to be precisely decocted and delivered to your home. Please understand that this time is necessary for the careful brewing process. We view the first week as the 'Adaptation Period.' During this time, the medicine works to expel 'Dam-eum' (痰飮)—the accumulated phlegm-fluid or metabolic waste that has stalled in the body. You will likely notice a reduction in edema (swelling) and a feeling of lightness during this stage. By the second week, you enter the 'Acceleration Phase.' As 'Eo-hyeol' (瘀血)—stagnant blood or blood stasis—is resolved, blood circulation improves, which is critical for efficient fat burning. This is usually when patients report that appetite control becomes significantly easier. However, for those with 'Pi-heo' (脾虛), or a deficiency in the Spleen function leading to weak digestion, taking highly concentrated medicine immediately may cause bloating. Therefore, I meticulously adjust the composition and concentration of the herbs to suit your specific constitution. Weight loss is not about 'how fast,' but 'how healthily.' Rather than forcing the numbers down, let's focus on restoring your body's natural metabolic capacity together.