Q. What do I need to prepare to receive a non-face-to-face herbal diet prescription in Geomdan?

Non-face-to-face consultations lack direct pulse taking and abdominal palpation, so providing detailed health information is critical. I have learned that even a well-prepared set of data allows me to infer the patient’s constitution and core issues. Blood test results are especially revealing: high fasting glucose or triglycerides often indicate phlegm-fluid (痰飮, dameum) accumulation, while elevated liver enzymes may point to spleen deficiency (脾虛, biheo) due to impaired liver function. In Traditional Korean Medicine, a weakened spleen (脾, bijang) disrupts water and nutrient metabolism, leading to a state where 'you eat well but cannot lose weight.' Current medications must be disclosed to check for interactions—many patients come after adverse effects from drugs like Wegovy or Saxenda. Without this information, prescribing herbal medicine carries significant risk. Finally, telemedicine is best suited for follow-up visits or stable conditions; if you are a new patient or experiencing rapid symptom changes, I recommend visiting a nearby Korean medicine clinic in person. Nevertheless, preparing these materials will greatly facilitate any consultation method.