Q. My InBody scan shows that my abdominal fat is too high. What kind of treatments do you recommend at a Korean medicine clinic?

Many people struggle with abdominal fat despite restrictive dieting, as it is often not just a matter of overeating. In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), we look deeper into the underlying causes of localized fat accumulation. First, we examine 'Dameum' (痰飮), which refers to the accumulation of metabolic waste products in the body. When these wastes stagnate in the abdominal area, it creates a constitution where weight loss becomes extremely difficult. Additionally, if there is 'Bi-heo' (脾虛), or deficiency of the Spleen, your metabolic capacity drops significantly, making you prone to abdominal weight gain even with small meals. If 'Eohyeol' (瘀血), or blood stasis, is present, poor circulation can lead to inflammatory responses and a feeling of abdominal pressure. Our approach focuses on strengthening these 'weak links' in your body first. Once your metabolism is revitalized, your activity levels naturally increase and edema decreases, helping to reshape your body line. While this process requires a period of adaptation to the herbal medicine and time to overhaul lifestyle habits, it provides a sustainable solution. Ultimately, the answer varies for everyone. Depending on whether your condition is driven by Dameum or Bi-heo, the prescribed medicinal herbs and acupuncture points will differ completely. If you visit us, we will help you look beyond the InBody numbers to diagnose the 'true state' of your body.