Q. How can I manage my health to prevent the yo-yo effect after a detox diet?

Weight regain occurs because the body naturally attempts to return to its original state. I recommend a phased approach synchronized with your body's recovery cycle. For the first 1-2 weeks, we focus on the 'Emptying' phase. It is crucial to first clear out Dam-eum (痰飮, phlegm-fluid retention) and Eo-hyeol (瘀血, blood stasis)—the accumulated waste products in the body. Just as you cannot put new items into a full trash can, these metabolic wastes must be removed first, which will make your body feel significantly lighter. During weeks 3-4, we enter the 'Metabolic Activation' phase. Now that the body is cleared, we must fill it with energy and increase your basal metabolic rate. If you suffer from Bi-heo (脾虛, Spleen deficiency), your digestive capacity may drop, increasing the risk of a yo-yo effect. Therefore, we use prescriptions that reinforce digestive function while helping you maintain muscle mass. From the second month onwards, we move into the 'Maintenance and Habituation' phase. This is the time to develop the internal strength to regulate your weight without relying solely on medication. You should gradually increase your food intake while identifying the optimal threshold your body can handle. Rapid weight loss is often perceived by the body as an emergency, triggering a stronger drive to regain weight. Although it may seem slower, following these physiological stages is the safest path. Please feel free to visit the clinic so we can assess your current condition together.