Question 1

Is Korean medicine treatment possible for severe obesity too?

Accepted Answer

There is a range where it is possible and a range where it is not. We look at the figures first and then tell you.

Question 2

I want to lose weight but my knees and lower back hurt so I cannot move.

Accepted Answer

This is the most common wall. We address the pain first and then increase movement.

Question 3

What pace of weight loss is safe?

Accepted Answer

We regard a range of 0.5 to 1% of body weight per week as the safe side. We do not promise figures.

Question 4

I am worried about my liver function — can I take herbal medicine?

Accepted Answer

We judge after seeing the test results. We also check during the course of taking it.

Question 5

I snore heavily and am told I stop breathing in my sleep.

Accepted Answer

This is something to confirm with polysomnography. It must be looked at together with weight management.

Question 6

I take blood pressure and diabetes medication — can I add herbal medicine?

Accepted Answer

Many people do combine them. Please do not reduce or stop the medication on your own.

Question 7

How should I start with reducing my food intake?

Accepted Answer

We start by not skipping meals. We do not recommend going hungry.

⚠️Severe Obesity

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