What is the specific procedure for weight management at a Traditional Korean Medicine clinic? I'd like to know the steps involved.
We begin by clearing accumulated metabolic waste from your body. To ensure a healthy process without the dizziness often caused by extreme fasting, we address 'Spleen Deficiency' (脾虛, Biheo), which impairs digestive function. Our systematic 4-phase approach includes: 1) Detoxification, 2) Metabolic Activation, 3) Intensive Weight Loss, and 4) Yo-yo Prevention, all meticulously tailored to your specific body constitution.
Many patients share that they have tried every diet imaginable before visiting our clinic. Weight management in Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) is not just about reducing the number on the scale; it is a process of resolving the fundamental causes that hinder internal circulation.
First, we focus on clearing 'Phlegm-fluid' (痰飮, Dameum) and 'Blood Stasis' (瘀血, Eohyeol)—the metabolic wastes and stagnant fluids that clog your system. Clearing these is essential for jumpstarting a stalled metabolism. Next, we address 'Spleen Deficiency' (脾虛, Biheo). When the Spleen (the digestive system) is weak, the body tends to swell and lose energy even with low caloric intake. We prescribe personalized herbal medicine to promote the circulation of Qi and Blood, naturally raising your basal metabolic rate.
During the intensive loss phase, we don't rely on forced starvation. Instead, we regulate hunger signals and facilitate the discharge of toxins released during fat burning to minimize the fatigue typical of dieting. Our goal is to preserve muscle mass while specifically targeting body fat to remodel your body composition healthily.
Finally, we enter the stabilization period to prevent the 'yo-yo effect.' This phase involves recalibrating the brain and body to recognize the new, lower weight as the 'set point.' We provide professional support through every step to ensure a sustainable and healthy transformation.
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