Which would be better for me, TKM diet acupuncture or herbal medicine? Could you give me a recommendation?

I completely understand the frustration of trying various diets, including extreme fasting, without seeing results. Rather than asking 'which is better,' it is more important to identify 'what your body truly needs' right now. Herbal medicine is highly effective at boosting systemic metabolism. In TKM, if you suffer from 'Spleen Deficiency' (脾虛), your digestive and absorptive efficiency drops, leading to metabolic stagnation. By improving this internal environment through herbal medicine, appetite is naturally regulated, and energy expenditure becomes more efficient. However, some patients may find herbal medicine challenging if they are sensitive to certain ingredients or the distinct aroma. On the other hand, diet acupuncture is appealing because it allows for targeted treatment of specific areas. It works by releasing 'Blood Stasis' (瘀血—stagnant blood) and 'Phlegm-Fluid' (痰飮—accumulated metabolic waste) to improve local circulation. While the procedure is quick and helps with body contouring and lymphatic drainage, it does not provide the same level of systemic appetite suppression or metabolic increase as herbal medicine. Ultimately, you should choose based on your priority: if overall weight loss is your urgent goal, herbal medicine is recommended; if you are concerned with localized edema or refining your body line, acupuncture is more efficient. The best approach is to visit the clinic for a personalized diagnosis so we can create a 'customized combination' tailored specifically to your body.