Having experienced the dizziness and dysfunction of extreme fasting in my own youth, I realized that a method praised by others can actually be harmful to you. The core of Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) dieting is to clear 'blockages' within the body. By removing Eohyeol (瘀血, stagnant/blood stasis) and Dameum (痰飮, accumulated metabolic waste), we boost metabolism, allowing the body to feel lighter without forced starvation. A major advantage is that personalized prescriptions allow us to meticulously manage the risk of side effects. Of course, there are trade-offs. The immediate appetite-suppressing intensity may be less abrupt than that of synthetic pharmaceuticals, and the preparation or administration of carefully decocted herbal medicine may feel slightly more cumbersome. Ultimately, the key is whether your body can handle the medication. For instance, those with Bi-heo (脾虛, Spleen deficiency/weak digestive function) may experience a total loss of energy and a higher risk of the yo-yo effect if they take potent stimulants. Therefore, rather than a one-size-fits-all recommendation, I carefully assess your digestive state and energy levels to suggest the most appropriate stage of treatment. Let's work together to find the most comfortable path for your health.