Q. I’m an office worker living in Bupyeong, and I’m considering a remote consultation for weight loss herbal medicine. Who would you specifically recommend this to?

Over more than 10 years of clinical practice, I have witnessed many patients struggle through trial and error. I personally tried starving myself in the past, only to give up due to dizziness, so I prioritize personalized prescriptions over generic methods. First, I recommend this to those who suffer from morning edema and a heavy body. In Traditional Korean Medicine, we diagnose this as an accumulation of 'Phlegm-fluid (Damyum),' or metabolic waste. For this constitution, simply starving won't work; a prescription that clears circulation and flushes out waste is essential. Second are those who gain weight even when eating less than before. This often indicates 'Spleen Deficiency (Biheo),' where the body's 'metabolic engine' lacks the output to burn energy. Rather than fasting, we must boost your vital energy to reactivate the metabolic switch. Third, chronic stress can lead to 'Blood Stasis (瘀血),' where stagnant blood flow causes stubborn fat to accumulate in specific areas. Finally, if you have experienced heart palpitations or tremors from Western diet pills, herbal medicine is an excellent alternative. TKM’s true strength lies in fine-tuning the ingredients and potency to match your individual constitution. Even if Bupyeong is a long commute, start with a thorough remote consultation. Understanding your body's current state is the beginning of a successful diet.