Q. Doctor, who would benefit most from tele-health diet herbal medicine? I'm wondering if it would be a good fit for me.

I once tried fasting recklessly out of sheer willpower, and I remember feeling completely lightheaded. Having experienced that 'trial and error' myself, I realized that simply eating less is not always the answer. I highly recommend this for those who find it difficult to control their appetite and feel as though their body is heavy like lead. In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), this state is often due to 'Dameum' (痰飮)—the accumulation of metabolic waste that obstructs circulation. In such cases, prescriptions designed to expel these waste products and boost metabolism are most effective. On the other hand, some people experience a total loss of energy and digestive issues as soon as they start a diet. In TKM, this is viewed as 'Bi-heo' (脾虛), or Spleen Deficiency, where the spleen's function is too weak to properly absorb and transport nutrients. Using appetite suppressants blindly in this state can be taxing on the body; instead, the correct approach is to manage weight while first strengthening the body's vital energy. I also suggest this for those who suffered from palpitations or insomnia after taking Western diet pills. Herbal medicine allows for the precise adjustment of medicinal dosages based on your constitution to maintain bodily balance. Specifically, resolving 'Eohyeol' (瘀血)—stagnant blood—can be greatly beneficial for managing edema and bloating. Ultimately, the key is accurately identifying your current physical state. Through a tele-health consultation, we can discuss your specific symptoms in detail to find the optimal herbal combination tailored specifically to you.