This Diet Herb Was Banned by the FDA.

• Author: Dr. Lee Seung Hwan, Tong-In Clinic

• Editor : Sia

Obesity can lead to various health problems, whether you're young, adult, female, or male. That's why weight management is an important issue for everyone.

But am I really "obese" and need to diet? And can I get help with dieting through herbal medicine?

Today, I'll talk about dieting and related medicinal herbs. I'm Lee Seung-hwan, doctor of Tongin Korean Medicine Clinic. 🙂

1. First Check: Am I Obese?

Many people stress about dieting 365 days a year.

Is my weight at an appropriate level? Let's first check the most basic BMI!

▷ Calculating Your BMI

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple measure based on weight and height. The calculation formula is as follows:

BMI = Weight(kg) ÷ (Height(m) × Height(m))

For example, if you're 170cm tall and weigh 65kg, 65 ÷ (1.7 × 1.7) = about 22.5, which falls under 'normal weight'.

※ Note: These values are based on WHO Asian standards. They may vary depending on individual body type, body composition (muscle/fat ratio), and genetic factors.

Recently, many have expressed the opinion that BMI standards should be viewed more flexibly. Rather than stressing over simple numbers, you must comprehensively check your lifestyle and health condition.

▷ Beyond BMI: Body Composition Analysis

BMI is just a basic indicator. Body composition analysis is recommended for a more accurate assessment of weight status.

Body composition measuring devices like InBody are available at Korean medicine clinics, health centers, hospitals, and gyms. These devices can check fat mass, muscle mass, water content, and other parameters, which is very helpful for health management.

However, be aware that accuracy may decrease right after meals or during menstruation.

2. Dieting is not about 'eating less' but 'eating well'

Are you overweight or obese and need to diet? If so, the most crucial thing might be 'lifestyle correction' rather than 'prescribing medicine'.

Let's first talk about the weight-gaining habits we all know well. Doing the opposite can be a shortcut to weight loss!

▷ Weight-gaining habits

• Eating quickly: Overeating before feeling full (Don't let my brain feeling stuffed; I'll eat more before that!!!)

• Eating continuously: Habit of eating without breaks (Stomach, keep working, there's no rest!!!)

• Craving strong taste foods: Sweet and salty foods are highly addictive and high in sodium (Only spicy and salty food can solve my stress, and sweet dessert after meals is a must!!!)

If these are combined with a lack of exercise and sleep, late-night snacks, fat accumulates more easily and the body becomes fatigued.

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