I'm planning a tofu-based diet for weight loss. As an Oriental Medicine doctor, would you recommend this?

First and foremost, tofu is a wonderful food. I personally have experience struggling with bloating when I insisted on a tofu-only diet during my own health management, so I am speaking from practical experience. The advantages of a tofu-based diet are clear: you can maintain satiety while consuming high-quality plant-based proteins. It also helps prevent insulin spikes by raising blood sugar levels slowly. However, there are precautions to consider. In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), if you have 'Bi-heo' (脾虛)—a deficiency in Spleen function—consuming excessive amounts of soy products, which possess a 'cool' nature, can lead to indigestion. In such cases, 'Dam-eum' (痰飮), or the accumulation of metabolic waste/phlegm, may occur, making your body feel swollen and heavy. Furthermore, relying solely on tofu can cause a drop in energy metabolism, leaving you feeling dizzy or depleted. This can ultimately lower your basal metabolic rate, creating an environment where you are more prone to the 'yo-yo effect' (weight regain). The core issue is not whether 'tofu is good,' but whether 'your current digestive capacity can handle tofu.' I recommend pairing it with warm-natured vegetables or ginger tea to support your Spleen and Stomach functions. If you visit the clinic, I can examine your current digestive state and the level of 'Eo-hyeol' (瘀血, blood stasis) to help you determine the most efficient dietary combination for your body.