People say Subway is great for dieting. As a Traditional Korean Medicine doctor, what would you recommend?

I often find myself grabbing a Subway sandwich when I lack time between clinical consultations. It's easy to feel safe thinking it's healthy, but I sometimes catch myself reflexively adding too much sauce. I personally remember struggling with bloating back when I insisted on eating only raw salads for dieting. Subway’s biggest advantage is the ability to control glycemic load by hollowing out the bread or removing pickles. The rich dietary fiber is also beneficial; many modern patients suffer from 'Spleen Deficiency' (Bi-heo), which lowers metabolic function, and quality vegetables can help revitalize intestinal health. However, from a TKM perspective, digestion is viewed as a process of 'cooking' or warming food to generate energy. Since raw vegetables have a 'cold nature' (Han-seong), those with a 'Cold Spleen and Stomach' (Bi-wi) may experience an accumulation of 'Phlegm-Dampness' (Dam-eum), a metabolic byproduct that causes sluggishness. Furthermore, high-sodium meats and stimulating sauces can lead to 'Blood Stasis' (Eo-hyeol), which obstructs the circulation of 'Qi and Blood.' There is no single 'correct' menu for everyone. If you have cold hands and feet or weak digestion, consider pairing your meal with warm tea to offset the coldness. The shortcut to a successful diet is first observing whether your body is ready to receive food or if your internal system is currently fatigued.