Q. I live in Gimhae; would it be okay for me to get a prescription for diet herbal medicine via telemedicine? Who do you recommend this for?

Diet herbal medicine in Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) is not simply about suppressing appetite; it is a process of clearing blockages within the body's flow. We specifically recommend telemedicine prescriptions for two types of patients: First, those with a 'Spleen Deficiency (Bi-heo, 脾虛)' constitution, characterized by weak digestion and easy fatigue. For these individuals, excessive fasting doesn't lead to weight loss but instead causes edema and extreme exhaustion. Telemedicine allows us to assess your current condition and prescribe customized medicine to boost your basal metabolic rate. Second, those with significant accumulation of 'Phlegm-Fluid (Dam-eum, 痰飮)' or 'Blood Stasis (Eo-hyeol, 瘀血),' which obstructs circulation. This often manifests as a heavy, sluggish feeling upon waking up. In such cases, herbal medicine is used to 'open the pathways' and improve circulation first. Based on clinical experience, herbal medicine is most effective when tailored precisely to the individual's body. Therefore, we suggest the following: 1. Busy professionals needing urgent care with limited time $ ightarrow$ Telemedicine consultation and prescription. 2. Those new to TKM or those who have become sensitive due to side effects from previous diet medications $ ightarrow$ In-person clinic visit recommended. The ultimate goal is to find a path that does not place undue stress on your body. Please feel free to reach out so we can find the best approach for you.