Q. I'm currently eating only chicken breast and salads for my diet. From a TKM doctor's perspective, what kind of diet would you recommend?

I have actually had a similar experience in the past where I pushed myself too hard with a chicken-breast-only diet and nearly fainted from dizziness. I was trying to force my body to keep up using sheer willpower, which was a mistake. A chicken-breast-centered diet has clear advantages: by maximizing protein and minimizing sugars, weight loss happens quickly, and the simple guideline prevents decision fatigue. However, the drawbacks are equally distinct. In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), such a monotonous diet over a long period can lead to 'Bi-Heo' (脾虛), meaning a deficiency in the Spleen function. As digestive power drops, metabolism actually slows down, and constipation often follows. Once your vital energy is depleted, it inevitably leads to binge eating and a total collapse of the diet. Therefore, the answer is always that 'it depends on the individual.' While this may be suitable for someone with strong digestion who needs muscle mass, it can actually be toxic for those with a weak stomach who fatigue easily. To effectively clear 'Dam-Eum' (痰飮)—the accumulated metabolic waste or phlegm in the body—you must have sufficient energy sources and digestive capacity. Instead of blindly sticking to chicken breast, first assess whether your body is in a state to digest it properly. If you visit the clinic, I can examine your digestive state and help you establish the most suitable dietary direction for your constitution.