한의원 다이어트 진행 방법
Q. I have intense cravings for sweets like chocolate while dieting. How does a Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) clinic manage this?
A.
Craving sweets is not a matter of weak willpower; it is often a sign that your energy metabolism is blocked or your overall vitality is depleted, leading the brain to seek rapid energy sources. I begin by analyzing your constitution to distinguish between true hunger and 'false hunger,' then focus on removing metabolic waste to naturally diminish these cravings.
📝 Detailed Answer
Many people blame their lack of willpower when they binge on sweets during stress, but in TKM, this is viewed as a physiological signal from the body. We approach this through three key stages:
1. Addressing Spleen Deficiency (Bi-heo, 脾虛): When the digestive function (Spleen) is weak, nutrient absorption becomes inefficient. The body then sends 'energy deficiency' signals, triggering a desire for quick sugars. Restoring digestive harmony is the first priority.
2. Removing Phlegm-Fluid (Dam-eum, 痰飮): The accumulation of 'Dam-eum'—viscous metabolic waste—slows down the overall metabolism. Just as you cannot bring new furniture into a room full of trash, these waste products create 'false hunger.' Clearing these impurities is essential to stabilizing appetite.
3. Resolving Blood Stasis (Eo-hyeol, 瘀血): Blocked blood circulation can lead to localized heat or hormonal imbalances, which are primary culprits behind sudden explosions of appetite.
Simply suppressing cravings through sheer will often leads to a rebound. The most sustainable path is to accurately identify which part of your body is 'empty' or 'blocked' and fill that gap using tailored herbal medicine and acupuncture to restore balance.
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