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Diet Plan Before and After — From Weight Loss Speed to Meal Composition and Yo-yo Prevention
The words I hear most often in the consultation room are, "Doctor, I really want to lose weight this time." Those words are always followed by an awkward laugh and, "I made the same resolution last year, too..."
Intermittent Fasting & Coffee: From Black to Bulletproof
"Doctor, can I drink coffee while fasting?" This is a question I hear very often in the clinic. When you're a few days into your diet and craving that morning cup, it's natural to wonder if it will break your fast.
How to Use InBody: Tips for Accurate Body Composition
"Doctor, my InBody results are all over the place!" This is a common concern in the consultation room. It's usually due to inconsistent conditions rather than the machine. Learn how to get reliable data to track your progress at the gym or clinic.
Private Insurance for Obesity Drugs: Wegovy & Saxenda
Many patients ask, "Doctor, I can claim Wegovy on my private insurance, right?" as soon as they sit down. Today, I’ll clear up the misunderstandings surrounding obesity treatments and private health insurance, from reimbursement conditions to out-of-pocket costs.
Chicken Breast & Ramen Seasoning: Calories and Sodium
Ever struggled with dry chicken breast while on a diet? You might have searched for this after hearing that a packet of ramen seasoning makes it edible. Let's look at whether this strategy is actually healthy.
One-Food Diet Foods — From Bananas to Apples and Eggs
While sitting in the consultation room, I very often hear questions like, "Director, I heard that eating only bananas helps you lose weight, is that true?" Since diets consisting of eating only one type of food circulate so much on SNS, I understand the feeling of being tempted. In fact, I once tried eating only apples for a few days in the past. I still vividly remember feeling dizzy at that time.
Body Fat Percentage for Women — From Normal Range to Average by Age Group and Measurement Limitations
There are truly many people who come into the consultation room with only the number from the scale and ask, "Is this amount okay?" However, even at the same 55kg, some people are toned, while others say their clothes keep feeling tight. The difference is mostly decided by the **body fat percentage**. Before I started practicing, I also only looked at weight, but my thinking changed completely as I viewed InBody results every week. In diet consultations for women, more than weight...
Bloating and Abdominal Pain: From Gas to IBS
When a heavy, bloated feeling is accompanied by sharp abdominal pain after every meal, it’s easy to feel discouraged. I hear this complaint often in my clinic. It’s usually more than just simple indigestion; it’s a signal from your body.
Konjac Fish Cake Soup Fish Cake — Examining Fish Meat Content, Calories, and Sweetness
There are days when you crave warm soup while on a diet. In those moments, many people think of konjac fish cake soup, but once they actually go to the mart, they often hesitate for a long time over which fish cakes to choose.
Diet & Menstruation: Amenorrhea and Hormonal Recovery
Have you experienced irregular periods or a significant decrease in flow after starting a diet? While the numbers on the scale may be going down, your body might be flashing a warning signal, leaving you feeling uneasy.
Korean Herbal Diet Medicine: Usage & Personalized Care
Learn how Korean herbal diet pills like Baekrok Gambi-hwan work by suppressing appetite and boosting metabolism. Discover personalized weight management strategies and essential lifestyle tips for sustainable results at Baekrokdam Clinic.
Oriental Medicine Diet Efficacy and Acupuncture — From Appetite Control to Metabolism and Edema
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