Q. Doctor, who would benefit most from tele-health diet herbal medicine prescriptions? Would you recommend it?

In the past, I experienced the pitfalls of blindly following popular trends without considering my own needs. That experience taught me that choosing the right approach for your specific situation is far more important than simply following a recommendation. For office workers whose demanding schedules make clinic visits a source of additional stress, tele-health prescriptions are an excellent alternative. However, Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) approaches treatment differently depending on an individual's constitution and current state: First, for those with Spleen Deficiency (脾虛, Bi-heo)—characterized by poor digestion and quick fatigue—a prescription that boosts overall energy and metabolic rate is more appropriate than an overly restrictive diet. Second, for those suffering from Phlegm-Fluid Retention (痰飮, Dam-eum)—where waste products accumulate and cause bloating—or Blood Stasis (瘀血, Eo-hyeol)—where poor circulation leads to a heavy feeling in the body—these obstructions must be cleared first to make weight management more effective. If you have struggled with nausea or lethargy after using conventional weight-loss medications, TKM herbal medicine is a great option to restore your body's internal balance. Tele-health does not mean we simply ship 'medicine' to your door; the core of our process is analyzing your specific discomforts and tailoring the prescription accordingly. If you are curious about your current physical state, I encourage you to start with a consultation.