Q. Is it safe to diet by skipping dinner or restricting meal times? I'm worried I might end up binge eating later.

Many people attempt time-restricted eating. While maintaining a fasting state to lower insulin levels can be efficient, ignoring your innate constitution can disrupt your body's internal balance. Specifically, those with 'Bi-Heo' (脾虛, Spleen Deficiency/weak digestive function) may experience a rapid drop in energy if they fast indiscriminately. In response, the body craves high-calorie foods for survival, leading to a vicious cycle of binge eating and the 'yo-yo' effect. Having experienced the dizziness of trying to push through on willpower alone, I deeply understand this struggle. In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), rather than simply starving, we prioritize clearing 'Dam-eum' (痰飮, accumulated phlegm and fluid retention) and 'Eo-hyeol' (瘀血, blood stasis). When circulation is optimized, energy is used more efficiently even with less food, and 'false hunger' disappears. Here is a brief comparison between time-restricted dieting and TKM-based management: - Time-Restricted Dieting: [Pros] Simple rules, quick entry into fasting state / [Cons] Lacks consideration of individual constitution, requires strong willpower. - TKM Personalized Care: [Pros] Improves metabolism based on constitution, assists in appetite control / [Cons] Requires clinical visits and consultations. Ultimately, losing weight through starvation provides only temporary effects. The safest and most sustainable approach is to assess your body's current state and cultivate a constitution where hunger can be managed comfortably.