Q. There are so many diet supplements and foods these days. From a Korean medicine doctor's perspective, what would you recommend?

To be honest, I've tried various methods myself when managing my diet in the past. I found that relying solely on supplements or forced fasting leads to quick burnout and dizziness. Speaking from both a professional and personal experience, here is my perspective. Commercial supplements have clear advantages: they are accessible and convenient. Some ingredients can temporarily aid bowel movements or suppress appetite, making them an easy starting point. However, there are downsides. These products do not consider the fundamental metabolic state of your body. For instance, those with 'Spleen Deficiency' (Bi-heo/脾虛)—where weak digestive function leads to poor absorption—may experience nausea or further depletion of energy when taking potent supplements. Similarly, if your body has an accumulation of 'Blood Stasis' (Eohyeol/瘀血) or 'Phlegm-Fluid' (Dameum/痰飮), using indiscriminate suppressants can actually make your body feel heavier. Ultimately, the question isn't 'What is the best product?' but 'What does my body actually need right now?' Depending on whether you have weak digestion or a constitution prone to swelling due to poor circulation, the required treatment varies completely. Before following trending products, you must first balance your body's internal equilibrium to achieve sustainable weight loss. Please feel free to visit the clinic so we can analyze your current condition together.