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Q. How exactly does acupuncture for weight loss work in Traditional Korean Medicine? I'm curious about the process.

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Rather than simply focusing on weight loss, this process is about flipping your body's metabolic switch. After a thorough assessment of your constitution and current state, I target specific acupoints that regulate appetite and remove obstructions in the flow of Qi and Blood, guiding your body to utilize energy more efficiently step-by-step.

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I've personally experienced the exhaustion and dizziness that come from reckless fasting driven by sheer willpower, so I truly understand how challenging this journey can be. The core goal here is not just eating less, but creating a 'body that burns well.' The treatment proceeds in the following stages: First, I perform a detailed diagnosis to analyze your Qi and Blood. A priority is determining if you are in a state of Spleen Deficiency (Bi-heo, 脾虛), where weakened spleen function impairs digestion, absorption, and the transport of nutrients. Next, we open the pathways for waste removal. If blood stasis (Eo-hyeol, 瘀血) or phlegm-fluid retention (Dam-eum, 痰飮) are present, your metabolism inevitably slows down. Acupuncture is used to resolve these stagnations and facilitate smooth circulation. Additionally, I stimulate specific acupoints to boost your basal metabolic rate and target points that influence the autonomic nervous system. This helps curb excessive cravings and provides psychological stability. Ultimately, acupuncture acts as a 'priming water' ( catalyst) to break through stagnant flows, allowing your body to use energy efficiently on its own. I look forward to discussing your specific condition in detail during your visit.
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