Q. I'm planning to eat things like chicken breast bowls for my diet; from a TKM doctor's perspective, what would be the best diet for me?

I've actually been there myself—I once blindly followed the chicken breast trend only to end up feeling dizzy and bloated due to indigestion. Despite being an expert, I learned the hard way! High-protein diets like chicken breast bowls certainly have advantages: they provide long-lasting satiety and prevent muscle loss during weight reduction, offering steady energy for those with high activity levels. However, there is a downside. Excessive protein intake can strain the digestive system. This is especially true for individuals with 'Bi-heo' (脾虛), a condition where the Spleen/digestive function is deficient. When digestive power drops, 'Dam-eum' (痰飮)—the stagnation of metabolic waste and fluids—accumulates more easily, which can actually make your body feel heavier and more sluggish. Ultimately, there is no such thing as a 'universally best' diet. If you experience poor digestion or irregular bowel movements, reduce your protein intake and increase cooked vegetables. Conversely, if you feel chronically fatigued, you must ensure an adequate intake of complex carbohydrates. The first step is to assess your current digestive capacity. Once you understand this, planning your diet becomes much simpler. If you are unsure about your digestive state, please feel free to visit the clinic so we can evaluate it together.