Q. I live in Chungju. Who are the best candidates for remote consultations for herbal weight loss medicine?

Hello! I’m Director Choi Yeun-seung of Baengnokdam Oriental Medical Clinic. I truly understand the struggle; even I face intense late-night cravings after a long day of work. Based on my clinical experience and personal trials, I recommend herbal diet medicine for these specific situations: First, for those who binge eat due to stress-induced cravings, Korean medicine identifies this as 'Qi stagnation' (Gi-che), where vital energy is blocked. Instead of simply suppressing appetite, we resolve the blockage to soothe 'false hunger' and restore emotional balance. Second, if you don't lose weight despite eating very little and your body feels as heavy as lead, the cause is often 'Spleen deficiency' (Bi-heo) or 'Phlegm-retained fluid' (Dam-eum). When the Spleen (digestive system) function declines, waste accumulates and causes edema. In this case, starving is not the answer; you must restore digestive function and discharge toxins to feel lighter. Third, if you have suffered from hand tremors or heart palpitations while taking Western diet pills, herbal medicine is an excellent alternative. I personally had a difficult experience with incorrect medication in the past, which is why I now prioritize fine-tuning the herbal strength to match each patient’s specific vitality level, allowing for a much smoother adaptation. Even if you are in Chungju, remote consultations are fully available. Let’s start with a conversation about your current condition. Identifying your constitution and the root causes of past failures is the true beginning of a successful diet.