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In many consultations, patients tell me, 'I tried Western medications like Saxenda, but the nausea was unbearable.' Having experienced the dizziness and exhaustion of extreme fasting during my own studies, I truly empathize with those struggles.
In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), rather than simply restricting calories, we examine the root cause of why a person's constitution has become prone to weight gain. Some patients suffer from 'Eohyeol' (瘀血, blood stasis), where blood flow is sluggish and circulation is impaired. Others have a 'Dameum' (痰飮, phlegm-fluid) constitution, where accumulated waste slows down metabolism. Still others may be in a state of 'Bi-heo' (脾虛, Spleen deficiency), where weak digestive functions prevent the body from utilizing energy efficiently.
For instance, those struggling with severe edema feel their bodies lighten through prescriptions that improve circulation, while those who struggle with appetite control receive help from medicinal herbs that stabilize the mind. Because the causes vary, the prescriptions must also vary.
The core objective is finding the 'perfect fit' for your own body. Rather than being swayed by others' reviews, focusing on the signals your own body is sending is the key to healthy weight loss without the yo-yo effect. I will help you analyze your current state accurately.