Q. I see a lot of non-face-to-face diet herbal medicine prescriptions these days. What is the difference between that and actually visiting a clinic in person?

I completely understand the temptation to simply receive medication online when life gets busy. However, through extensive clinical experience, I have found that the key to successful weight loss is not just eating less, but identifying exactly where the body's metabolic flow is blocked. Every individual's cause for weight gain differs. Some may suffer from Spleen Deficiency (Bi-Heo/脾虛), where low energy slows down metabolism. Others may struggle with Phlegm-Fluid Retention (Dam-Eum/痰飮) or Blood Stasis (Eo-Hyeol/瘀血), where accumulated waste and poor circulation hinder weight loss. These nuanced differences are difficult to capture through a questionnaire alone. By performing pulse diagnosis (Maek-Jin) and tongue diagnosis (Seol-Jin) in person, I can accurately determine if the priority should be detoxifying the body before stimulating metabolism. While non-face-to-face care is like 'ready-to-wear' clothing—standardized and efficient—in-person care is like a 'bespoke suit,' tailored precisely to your unique constitution. I understand that visiting a clinic every time can be burdensome. Therefore, I recommend an initial in-person visit for an accurate constitutional diagnosis, followed by an efficient management plan tailored to your progress. Let's work together to find the most convenient and healthy path for you.