Q. Doctor, I work in Yeongdeungpo and am far too busy to visit in person. For whom would you specifically recommend remote diet herbal medicine consultations?

I personally struggled with weight gain due to late-night snacking during my clinical practice, so I understand that weight loss is often a matter of the body's metabolic system rather than just willpower. In Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM), patients seeking weight loss typically fall into two categories. First are those with Spleen Deficiency (Bi-heo). When Spleen function is impaired, nutrients are not converted into energy but instead accumulate as a pathological waste called 'Phlegm-fluid' (Damyum). If you feel swollen even after drinking water and experience constant lethargy, the priority is to supplement the Spleen and expel these wastes rather than simply fasting. The second group involves those with Blood Stasis (Eohyeol) or Qi Stagnation caused by the high stress levels common among urban professionals. When your vital energy (Qi) is blocked, blood circulation stalls, leading to stasis and a sharp drop in metabolic rate. In these cases, we prescribe herbs to clear the blockages and restart the body's internal 'engine.' Our remote consultation process is rigorous; we use detailed medical inquiries to accurately differentiate whether your weight gain is due to Spleen Deficiency or Phlegm accumulation, ensuring your prescription is tailored to your unique constitutional rhythm.