Q. What is the specific process if I receive a weight loss prescription at a Korean medicine clinic?

Many people attempt extreme fasting, which often leads to dizziness and severe fatigue. To prevent this, we use a gradual, phased approach to ensure your body adapts safely. Weeks 1-2 are the 'Clearing Phase.' We first remove 'Dameum' (phlegm-fluid/metabolic waste) and 'Eohyeol' (blood stasis/stagnant blood) accumulated in the body. Clearing these obstructions is crucial for increasing the absorption rate of the herbal medicine. During this time, you will likely feel your body becoming lighter. Weeks 3-8 are the 'Burning Phase.' During this period, we boost metabolic functions to facilitate the burning of body fat. For patients exhibiting 'Bi-heo' (Spleen Deficiency/weakened digestive function), we prescribe complementary medicinal herbs to prevent energy depletion, ensuring you can complete the program without burnout. The final stage is the 'Maintaining Phase.' Many suffer from the 'yo-yo effect' because the body tends to return to its original set point. In this phase, we balance your metabolism so that the reduced weight becomes your body's new baseline. Ultimately, weight loss in Traditional Korean Medicine is not just about reducing numbers on a scale, but about restoring the body's disrupted balance. The most important factor is adjusting the pace to match your current physical condition.