Q. I want to know why I keep gaining weight. How can you identify the root cause of my obesity?

It can be frustrating when you feel like your weight won't budge despite repeated dieting. In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), we recognize that the mechanisms behind weight gain differ for every individual. Please consider the following indicators of your body's current state: ✓ Do you constantly feel heavy or bloated? $\rightarrow$ This may be due to the accumulation of Dam-eum (痰飮, phlegm-fluid retention), which obstructs circulation. ✓ Do you suffer from poor digestion and fatigue? $\rightarrow$ This is often a result of Bi-heo (脾虛, Spleen deficiency), which lowers your metabolic capacity. ✓ Do you experience high stress and concentrated fat around the lower abdomen? $\rightarrow$ This could be caused by stagnant Qi and the presence of Eo-hyeol (瘀血, blood stasis), which slows down energy expenditure. Ultimately, obesity is not merely a matter of calories, but a process of resolving 'stagnation' within the body. Only after clearing elements like Dam-eum and Eo-hyeol that block the body's natural flow can your body truly begin to feel lighter. Since a self-checklist cannot provide a definitive diagnosis, we invite you to visit our clinic. By examining your pulse and analyzing your body type, we will determine the most effective 'cleansing method' tailored specifically to your needs.