Q. Are the trending diet supplements and health foods actually effective? What do you recommend?

I have a personal experience where I blindly followed popular diet trends only to suffer from severe digestive distress and dizziness. That experience taught me a crucial lesson. Commercial diet products have clear advantages: they are accessible, convenient, and can temporarily suppress appetite or aid bowel movements, which is very appealing for busy professionals. However, the downside is that they ignore the body's internal 'balance.' For instance, if someone has 'Spleen Deficiency' (Bi-heo, 脾虛)—meaning their digestive function is weak—taking high-protein supplements or potent diet aids blindly can worsen gastrointestinal disorders. Furthermore, unless you address the specific cause of metabolic stagnation—such as 'Blood Stasis' (Eo-hyeol, 瘀血) or 'Phlegm-Fluid Retention' (Dam-eum, 痰飮)—you will likely experience a plateau or a rebound in weight. Rather than asking 'what product is best,' it is more important to ask 'what is the current state of my body.' Foods that do not align with your constitution can actually act as toxins that hinder metabolism. Therefore, before jumping into a specific product, I recommend identifying where your bodily energy (Qi) is blocked. Starting with an accurate understanding of your constitution ensures a more comfortable and sustainable weight loss journey.