Doctor, who would benefit most from a remote diet herbal medicine program? I'm wondering if it would be right for me.
It is highly recommended for those who struggle to visit the clinic due to a busy schedule. However, suitability depends on your condition: those needing appetite control or rapid weight loss require tailored prescriptions, while those with low energy or weak digestion need 'body-strengthening' formulas first. We must first determine if your body is in a 'cleansing phase' or a 'replenishing phase.'
Before becoming an Oriental Medical Doctor, I also struggled by thinking that fasting or intense exercise were the only answers, which only led to repeated yo-yo effects. This is why I emphasize 'constitution-based customization.'
If you are stressed by a lack of appetite control, herbal medicine can be a great help. However, we do not simply use strong stimulants. We first remove 'Dameum' (痰飮, the accumulation of metabolic waste and phlegm) to ensure the medicine works effectively.
Conversely, some people feel lethargic or dizzy when taking diet medications. This often indicates 'Bi-heo' (脾虛, a deficiency in the Spleen/digestive function). In such cases, forcibly suppressing appetite can be counterproductive; instead, a prescription to restore Spleen function and boost basal metabolism is required.
For those who experience frequent swelling and heaviness, we must address blood circulation. Without treating 'Eo-hyeol' (瘀血, blood stasis/stagnation), weight loss can be slow regardless of the medication, leading to frustration.
Remote prescription is not just about shipping medicine. The most critical part is the consultation to accurately identify your current physiological state. Let's determine together whether your body needs to 'empty' or 'replenish' before deciding on the treatment.
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