What four stages are used when beginning herbal dieting for weight loss?
The four stages check weak digestion and appetite, address phlegm-fluid and blood stasis, support qi-blood circulation with constitution-specific care, and establish meals and habits. One-to-one adjustment is the rule.
First, check weak digestive and metabolic function and appetite to see whether the body is ready to use energy. Rather than fasting blindly, assess current energy and meal responses.
Second, review phlegm-fluid and blood stasis from retained fluid and stagnant circulation. Third, use constitution-specific care to support qi-blood circulation and energy use.
Fourth, settle changed meals and lifestyle while taking herbs. Prescribing is adjusted one-to-one by constitution and response; equal loss or no-regain results are not guaranteed.
Clinician review