Q. Is eating only chicken breast the best way to lose weight? Can you recommend a diet that suits my body type?

I remember pushing myself too hard with a chicken breast-only diet in the past, only to end up feeling bloated and dizzy. Through counseling many patients, I’ve learned some honest truths about dieting that I’d like to share. Chicken breast certainly has clear advantages; it is a quintessential high-protein, low-fat food that helps preserve muscle mass while stripping away body fat. It also provides lasting satiety, making it easier to control cravings. However, there are significant downsides from a TKM perspective. We refer to weakened digestive function as Spleen Deficiency (Bihyeo). If individuals with this condition insist on eating only chicken breast, their 'digestive energy' can quickly become exhausted. When nutrients aren't properly metabolized, they turn into a type of internal waste called Phlegm-Fluid (Dameum). Instead of losing weight, you might experience side effects like edema or feeling extremely heavy and lethargic. Before blindly following popular diets, you must first check if your body can actually handle the regimen. If chicken breast doesn't sit well with you, try pairing it with warm-natured vegetables or switching to other protein sources that support the circulation of Qi and Blood. At Baengnokdam, we carefully analyze each patient’s metabolic state to find a sustainable weight loss method that doesn't leave you feeling drained.