Q. Doctor, who would benefit most from the non-face-to-face weight loss herbal medicine program? I'm curious about who you recommend it for.

Not all weight loss medicines are created equal. In my clinical experience, using medicine that doesn't match your body's state can lead to fatigue and poor results. Therefore, I categorize recommendations into three main groups based on Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) principles. First, those with slowed metabolism due to the accumulation of waste products. In TKM, this is called 'Dameum' (痰飮, phlegm-fluid retention). When sticky waste blocks the circulation of Qi and blood, we must first use a prescription to boost metabolism and restore circulation to see efficiency. Second, those who experience chest tightness and heat rising to the upper body due to severe psychological stress. In these cases, we first focus on clearing 'Eohyeol' (瘀血, blood stasis) and lowering internal heat. Simply suppressing appetite without addressing this can lead to side effects like insomnia or heart palpitations. Finally, those with 'Bi-heo' (脾虛, Spleen Deficiency), where a weak digestive system prevents the body from generating sufficient energy. For these individuals, we must reinforce digestive function while regulating body fat to minimize the 'yo-yo' effect (weight regain). Non-face-to-face treatment does not mean simply shipping medicine; it requires this detailed constitutional analysis first. I encourage you to consult with me to determine which category you fall into before starting your regimen.