Q. I'm interested in herbal weight loss treatment, but the cost is a bit burdensome. Is there a recommended starting phase for beginners?

I've experienced firsthand how trying to push too hard without a proper plan can lead to burnout and physical exhaustion. When it comes to weight loss, it is more important to start 'appropriately for your body' rather than just 'intensely.' To help you start without feeling overwhelmed, I recommend the following steps: 1. Constitution Diagnosis and Assessment: First, we check for the presence of Dam-eum (痰飮, a state where metabolic waste accumulates and stagnates). If this is high, your body will feel heavy regardless of how little you eat. 2. Customized Short-term Prescription: Rather than prescribing several months' worth of medicine at once, start with a short-term prescription to see how your body reacts. A key focus here is checking for Bi-heo (脾虛, deficiency of the Spleen/digestive function) to minimize digestive strain. 3. Dietary and Lifestyle Correction: While utilizing herbal medicine, gradually adjust your eating habits. Think of the herbal medicine as a supporter that assists you through this process. 4. Gradual Dosage Adjustment: As your body adapts, we adjust the composition and concentration of the herbs. The goal is not to force weight loss, but to boost your body's overall metabolic capacity. 5. Aftercare and Maintenance: We conclude by removing Eo-hyeol (瘀血, blood stasis/stagnant blood) to improve circulation and strengthen your body's natural resilience to prevent the yo-yo effect. Identifying the cause of your body's plateau and resolving it step-by-step is ultimately the most economical approach. Please feel free to visit the clinic so we can discuss a plan together.