Q. Many people eat stir-fried chicken breast and vegetables for their diet. As a practitioner of Korean medicine, do you recommend this?

To be honest, I once had an experience where I felt dizzy and unwell because I blindly ate only chicken breast and salads out of sheer willpower. Even as a doctor of Korean medicine, I made some mistakes in the beginning. First, the advantages of this meal are clear: it provides both protein and dietary fiber, and because it is stir-fried, the absorption rate is better than that of raw vegetables. It is a great composition for maintaining satiety while keeping blood sugar levels stable. However, there are precautions. In Traditional Korean Medicine, we caution against 'Bi-heo' (脾虛), a state where the function of the Spleen is weakened. When people with low digestive capacity suddenly switch to a high-protein, high-fiber diet, they are prone to 'Dameum' (痰飮)—a condition where the body accumulates fluid waste, leading to bloating and excessive gas. Furthermore, those with a 'cold' constitution may experience diarrhea if they consume too many vegetables with cooling properties. Ultimately, 'whether your body can process what you eat' is more important than 'what you eat.' If you experience indigestion, try adding ingredients with warming properties, such as ginger or garlic. There is no single correct answer. I believe the closest thing to a correct answer is monitoring your body's reactions and adjusting accordingly. If you find that your body feels heavier or swelling increases after changing your diet, I recommend visiting a clinic to have your constitution professionally assessed.