Q. I'm aiming for a body fat percentage of around 25%. What methods do Korean medicine clinics usually recommend?

Many people start their weight loss journey with excessive fasting, but this often leads to dizziness and severe fatigue, which is counterproductive in the long run. From a Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) perspective, there are two primary approaches. First, herbal medicine is used to naturally regulate appetite. For those with 'Spleen Deficiency' (Bi-heo/脾虛), we focus on improving digestive absorption to smooth out the metabolism. The key is to facilitate fat loss without depleting your vital energy. Second, we utilize external treatments such as acupuncture and cupping. These methods are designed to remove 'Blood Stasis' (Eo-hyeol/瘀血) and 'Phlegm-Fluid' (Dam-eum/痰飮)—metabolic waste products that obstruct circulation. This is particularly recommended for those struggling with chronic swelling or poor circulation in specific areas of the body. The main advantage of this approach is that it focuses on restoring the body's internal balance. However, please note that unlike some synthetic pharmaceuticals, the results may not be instantaneous, and there are individual differences in how one responds to specific herbal ingredients. Rather than becoming obsessed with the number of your body fat percentage, it is more important to assess whether your body is in a healthy state to maintain that level. We will help you find the most efficient combination of treatments tailored to your current physical condition.