There are so many popular obesity medications and injections these days. What methods do you recommend at the Korean medicine clinic?
There is no single right answer, but I recommend focusing on your body's overall balance first. While conventional medications are effective for rapid weight loss, they can lead to fatigue or digestive issues. In contrast, TKM focuses on improving your constitution and activating metabolism, which may take more time as it requires personalized herbal prescriptions. The key is finding the method your body can sustainably handle.
I have personally experienced the frustration of trying extreme fasting or strong medications out of sheer willpower, only to end up feeling dizzy and exhausted all day. That is why I advise patients to assess their current physical condition rather than simply searching for the 'best' treatment.
Conventional medications and injections are advantageous for rapidly suppressing appetite. However, sudden dietary restrictions can lead to Spleen Deficiency (Bi-heo, 脾虛), which weakens digestive function and can make your complexion look dull.
On the other hand, TKM dieting does not simply focus on starvation. Instead, it concentrates on resolving Phlegm-Fluid (Dam-eum, 痰飮)—metabolic waste—and Blood Stasis (Eo-hyeol, 瘀血)—stagnant blood—to detoxify the body. By smoothing the metabolic process, we create an internal environment where weight is managed naturally. You may find it slightly frustrating that the initial consultation is longer and the results may vary in speed, as we must prescribe medicine precisely tailored to your unique constitution.
Ultimately, the right choice depends on your situation. It depends on whether you need to reduce the number on the scale urgently or whether you want to use this opportunity to restore your broken health balance. If you visit our clinic, we will help you determine the most sustainable direction for your current state.
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