To be honest, I also rely on convenience store food when I'm busy. You know that feeling where you feel bloated yet completely drained of energy? I've gone through some trial and error with that myself. The advantages of convenience store diet options are clear. For busy professionals, there is nothing more convenient for maintaining a diet. Calories are listed numerically for easy tracking, and protein-centric options like chicken breast are readily available. However, from a Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) perspective, there are some drawbacks. Because they are processed, they are often high in sodium and additives. These ingredients are primary culprits in creating 'Dam-eum' (痰飮), which refers to the accumulation of metabolic waste and phlegm-like fluids in the body. In particular, those with 'Bi-heo' (脾虛)—a deficiency in the Spleen/digestive function—may find that sticking solely to cold salads or processed proteins leaves them feeling full but devoid of energy. Therefore, it is difficult to give a single 'correct' answer. While these meals are a great alternative for some, they may hinder metabolism for others. Depending on whether you have an accumulation of 'Eo-hyeol' (瘀血, blood stasis) or if your digestive power is severely diminished, the recommended diet changes completely. Understanding your current bodily state and finding a matching eating habit is the start of a diet without the yo-yo effect. If you're curious, please visit the clinic and let's figure it out together.