Question 1

I want to do an intensive diet for about a month. How should I get started?

Accepted Answer

I don't recommend starving yourself or jumping straight to strong medications. I've personally struggled with exhaustion after pushing too hard. First, it is essential to identify the root cause of why your body is gaining weight to establish a sustainable plan that prevents the yo-yo effect.

Question 2

I use the treadmill every day, but why am I not losing weight? What is the correct way to do it?

Accepted Answer

Simply walking without a strategy doesn't guarantee weight loss; in fact, overdoing it can lead to joint pain. For efficient weight loss, you must first assess your current physical state. Please check if your intensity is 'slightly breathless,' if you feel extreme fatigue after exercise, if you are in a plateau despite dieting, or if you are pushing through joint pain.

Question 3

I want to know why I keep gaining weight. How can I identify the cause of my obesity?

Accepted Answer

Obesity can involve sleep, stress, medications, hormones, and digestion as well as intake and exercise. Organize your food records and symptoms, then narrow down the causes through needed tests and care.

Question 4

I've heard that the causes of obesity differ by constitution. What specific criteria do you use for this analysis?

Accepted Answer

The reasons for weight gain vary greatly by individual. Rather than simply focusing on caloric intake, we identify where metabolic stagnation occurs—whether it is due to a lack of energy to burn calories or an accumulation of waste products blocking the system. At Baekrokdam, we analyze the root cause by comprehensively assessing digestion, the degree of edema, and psychological stress responses.

Question 5

I keep experiencing the yo-yo effect. Is there a way to identify the fundamental cause of obesity in my body?

Accepted Answer

It is likely not just a matter of eating too much, but that your body's metabolic switch is turned off. Simply starving yourself often leads to exhaustion and rapid weight regain. Please check if you experience poor digestion, chronic lethargy, severe swelling, or difficulty controlling cravings to understand your current physical state.

Question 6

I always experience the yo-yo effect whenever I diet. Is there a way to succeed this time?

Accepted Answer

The key is not simply eating less, but creating a physical state where your body can sustain the weight loss. Excessive calorie restriction puts your body into a 'crisis mode,' which ironically transforms your constitution into one that gains weight more easily. It is crucial to first assess your current metabolic capacity and use a checklist to adjust your diet and activity levels accordingly.

Question 7

How can I prevent gaining the weight back after dieting?

Accepted Answer

The yo-yo effect isn't just about willpower. Without constitutional body-type management, anyone can experience it repeatedly. The key is building a foundation for your body rather than just losing weight.

✓ Prioritize restoring digestive power over cutting calories
✓ Maintain muscle mass while reducing only fat
✓ After weight loss, allow 6 months for constitution improvement
✓ Get customized management through Korean medicine constitutional analysis

Question 8

I tend to binge eat whenever I'm stressed. How can I solve this?

Accepted Answer

It is important to first assess your physical state. Do you experience extreme drowsiness after meals, constant cravings for sweets accompanied by chest tightness, or a desire to keep eating despite being full? If any of these apply, it is likely not a lack of willpower, but a signal of 'false hunger' caused by a disrupted internal circulation system.

Question 9

I keep binge eating whenever I'm stressed. How can I fix this?

Accepted Answer

Binge eating isn't simply a matter of willpower. When stress causes your 'Qi' (vital energy) to become stagnant, your brain can trigger 'false hunger.' It is crucial to check your physical state first: notice if you experience extreme lethargy after meals, increased swelling (edema), or sudden cravings for sweets. These are signs of declined metabolic function, meaning you should focus on regulating your energy flow rather than forced fasting.

Question 10

I want to focus on losing weight for about a month. How exactly should I get started?

Accepted Answer

Rather than simply starving yourself, the first step is to identify why your body is holding onto weight. I recommend checking three key indicators: whether you experience frequent swelling and heaviness (Phlegm-Fluid/Dameum), poor digestion and low energy (Spleen Deficiency/Bi-heo), or high stress and chest tightness (Qi Stagnation/Gi-ul). Your approach must change based on these factors to create an efficient plan.

Causes of Obesity