I cannot lose weight like other people, perhaps because my metabolism is too slow. Are there no side effects from taking herbal medicine?
Even if your metabolism feels slow, there can be many causes, so review eating and sleep and obtain needed assessments such as thyroid evaluation. Herbal medicine should be chosen after reviewing your condition and medications, with monitoring for side effects.
Difficulty losing weight can involve intake as well as sleep, activity, stress, thyroid function, and medications. Korean medicine may interpret reduced digestion and energy through pi deficiency and edema and heaviness through phlegm-fluid retention.
Herbal medicine does not raise metabolism in the same way for everyone or eliminate side effects. Before prescribing, review medical history and medications. If palpitations, insomnia, nausea, diarrhea, or other changes occur, contact the prescribing clinic promptly to discuss adjustment rather than making changes on your own.
A weight-management plan is set by considering eating records together with activity and sleep. If fatigue persists or you have cold sensitivity or palpitations, prioritize the necessary medical evaluation over weight loss.
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