Q. I've decided to start a Korean herbal weight loss program. How long will it take to receive the medicine after my consultation? I'd like to start right away while I'm still motivated.

It is completely understandable to feel impatient when you have finally committed to a weight loss journey. However, Korean herbal medicine is fundamentally different from mass-produced, factory-made pills. A personalized formulation process begins specifically for you the moment the consultation ends. On the first day, we meticulously analyze your consultation results to determine the level of Phlegm-fluid (痰飮, metabolic waste) and Blood Stasis (瘀血, stagnant blood) in your body. If these waste products are blocking your internal circulation, weight loss becomes difficult regardless of how little you eat. Once this analysis is complete, your prescription is finalized. The second day is dedicated to the careful decoction (brewing) of your medicine. For patients with Spleen Deficiency (脾虛, weakened digestive function), we must be even more precise to ensure the medicine supports your digestive capacity while promoting fat loss. Once the decoction is packaged, it is dispatched via courier. Usually, the medicine will arrive at your doorstep by the third day. Use these 2 to 3 days as a 'warm-up' period to signal to your body that the journey has begun. By avoiding overly stimulating or processed foods during this wait, you are clearing the path for the Phlegm-fluid to be discharged effectively. I will do my best to ensure your medicine arrives while your motivation is at its peak.