Q. I live in Cheongju; is it okay to get a non-face-to-face prescription for diet herbal medicine instead of visiting the clinic in person? Who do you recommend this for?

I completely understand the struggle of putting health on the back burner due to a hectic schedule. Whether a remote prescription is right for you depends on your current physiological state. For office workers with regular lifestyles who primarily struggle with appetite control, non-face-to-face prescriptions are an efficient and viable alternative for receiving customized herbal medicine. However, certain conditions require an in-person visit for an accurate diagnosis. Specifically, those experiencing 'Bi-heo' (脾虛, Spleen Deficiency), characterized by poor digestion and low energy, should be cautious; suppressing appetite blindly in this state can weaken the body further. Additionally, if you suffer from severe edema caused by 'Dam-eum' (痰飮, phlegm-fluid retention) or 'Eo-hyeol' (瘀血, blood stasis), I must personally check your pulse and physical condition to provide a precise prescription. Ultimately, the goal is not just simple weight loss, but building a healthy metabolic system. It is crucial to determine if your body is ready to receive herbal medicine. If you are unsure about your current condition, please feel free to visit the clinic for a thorough evaluation.