Q. I'm struggling with severe obesity and can't seem to lose weight even with regular exercise. What is the step-by-step approach to weight loss at a TKM clinic?

Weight gain in severe obesity is often less about a lack of willpower and more about the body being in a state of 'stagnation' where it cannot efficiently utilize energy. At our clinic, we manage weight loss through four systematic stages. First, we identify the root cause: whether it is 'Spleen Deficiency' (Pi-xu), where impaired digestive function hinders metabolism, or 'Qi Stagnation' (Gi-che) caused by emotional stress. Second, we focus on eliminating 'Phlegm-fluid' (Dam-eum) and 'Blood Stasis' (Eo-hyeol)—pathological wastes that act as toxins and block circulation. Third, instead of extreme caloric restriction that depletes muscle mass, we aim to restore internal organ function to naturally raise your basal metabolic rate (BMR). Finally, we use customized herbal medicine to stabilize healthy eating patterns, allowing the brain to accept the reduced weight as the new 'set point.' We act as your 'pacemaker' throughout this process, focusing on revitalizing your body’s fundamental functions rather than just quick results.