Q. I've been getting by on nothing but chicken breast every day; how does your clinic help with weight loss?

Many people start their weight loss journey with extreme enthusiasm, relying solely on chicken breast and sweet potatoes, only to find themselves exhausted and lightheaded. This happens because the body is not receiving the balanced nutrients it needs to function. Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) does not focus solely on calorie restriction. Instead, we emphasize how to resolve and eliminate 'metabolic waste' accumulated in the body. Our clinical approach typically follows these steps: 1. Constitution Analysis and Toxin Removal: We examine the presence of Eohyeol (瘀血, stagnant blood) and Dameum (痰飮, accumulated phlegm-fluid). When these are blocked, weight loss becomes difficult regardless of how little you eat. 2. Restoring Digestive Function: For those with Bi-heo (脾虛, Spleen deficiency), an excessive intake of protein can actually lead to bloating and edema. We prioritize enhancing digestive power to revive your overall metabolism. 3. Appetite Control and Metabolic Boost: We utilize herbal medicine to soothe the brain's 'false hunger' signals and help the body utilize calories more efficiently. 4. Sustainable Dietary Planning: We move beyond the restrictive 'chicken breast' framework to help you identify foods that fit your specific constitution and provide proper nutrition. Ultimately, dieting should be about removing the unnecessary without tormenting your body. Rather than struggling alone, taking a strategic approach based on an accurate understanding of your physiological state is a far more sustainable and less grueling path.