Q. I'm looking to get fat-dissolving injections near Jung-gu. How is a diet program at a TKM clinic different, and would you recommend it?

Many people try extreme fasting only to experience dizziness or burnout, realizing that weight loss isn't just about removing fat. Fat-dissolving injections are excellent for refining local body lines with quick results. However, if your overall metabolic rate is low, you may find that fat returns quickly or accumulates in other areas. Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) focuses on why fat accumulates in specific areas. For instance, 'Dameum' (phlegm-fluid retention) occurs when metabolic waste accumulates and blocks circulation, causing certain areas to become swollen and firm. Similarly, 'Bi-heo' (Spleen Deficiency) impairs energy metabolism, creating a constitution prone to weight gain. TKM herbal medicine excels at altering this metabolic environment to suppress appetite and improve systemic circulation. That said, herbal medicine takes longer to show results as it requires a personalized prescription tailored to your constitution, and it may not provide the immediate 'spot-erasing' effect of an injection. Ultimately, the choice depends on your goal. If you need immediate contouring, injections are efficient. But if you have struggled with the yo-yo effect or feel physically exhausted, TKM treatments offer a more sustainable path. Let's examine your current physical state together to find the best approach.