Q. I have severe abdominal obesity; what is the weight loss process like at a Korean medicine clinic?

Many people experience a cycle of fatigue and the 'yo-yo effect' by attempting extreme calorie restriction. At our clinic, we avoid the approach of simply cutting calories and instead focus on a step-by-step process to normalize your body's systems. First, we conduct a constitutional diagnosis to evaluate the accumulation of Dam-eum (痰飮), which refers to abnormal fluid waste stagnant in the body. Severe abdominal obesity is often linked to such stagnation in circulation. Next, we focus on clearing both Dam-eum and Eo-hyeol (瘀血)—stagnant or congested blood. If the internal pathways are blocked, the body cannot withstand the stress of rapid weight loss. Following this, we address Bi-heo (脾虛), a state of deficiency in the Spleen/Spleen-Stomach system. By strengthening the Spleen's function, we ensure that nutrients are absorbed properly and waste products are efficiently excreted, enhancing overall digestion and metabolism. Based on these diagnostics, we prescribe personalized herbal medicine. This process helps increase your basal metabolic rate and naturally regulates appetite. Finally, we provide guidance on diet and lifestyle patterns to ensure the lightweight state of your body is maintained long-term. Ultimately, we believe weight loss is less about 'willpower' and more about 'body condition.' Once the blockages in your system are cleared, healthy and sustainable weight loss becomes possible.