Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Weight Loss Effectively?
Weight loss issues Hello, Doctor: 1. Is it effective to rely solely on medication for weight loss in Traditional Chinese Medicine? 2. Are there any side effects associated with acupuncture weight loss, and is it safe?
Dr. Lin Zhemin Reply:
Question 1: For patients with poor water metabolism who experience edema or constipation, traditional Chinese medicine can help facilitate the elimination of waste retained in the body. Some weight loss medications work by stimulating the sympathetic nervous system or inducing di...[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Weight Loss Effectively?
Is Long-Term Consumption of Fu Ling Safe for Digestive Health?
Is it safe to take Poria long-term? Hello, I often feel that my stool is wet and sticky after a bowel movement, and I have to wipe several times; otherwise, I experience constipation. A friend suggested that I take Poria (Fu Ling). Now, I eat a breakfast of oatmeal, milk powder, ...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Xiao-Wen / 23 / Online User, Hello: Your symptoms are described in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as spleen deficiency and spleen dampness. In TCM, "spleen" does not refer to the anatomical spleen. The "spleen" in TCM is responsible for regulating an...[Read More] Is Long-Term Consumption of Fu Ling Safe for Digestive Health?
Why Weight Loss Can Lead to Acne: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
It is common to experience acne breakouts after losing weight? Hello, doctor. Over the past few years, I have lost about 50 kilograms (from 108 to 58) through dieting and exercise. However, in 2008, after my weight loss, my gastrointestinal health deteriorated, leading to frequen...
Dr. Zhang Weidong Reply:
Hello Alan, First of all, I would like to respond to you that both gastrointestinal dysfunction and acne can be treated with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). However, this treatment requires time and your cooperation with dietary and lifestyle changes for optimal results. Re...[Read More] Why Weight Loss Can Lead to Acne: Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine Solutions
How to Treat Elevated Liver Enzymes: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
How should elevated liver enzymes be treated? Hello, doctor. My liver enzymes were recently found to be elevated, with GOT at 41 and GPT at 141. I have been taking Western medicine for a month and then switched to Chinese medicine, which I have been on for over a month now. The d...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Mr. Huang / 25 / Online User, Your questions are answered as follows: 1. Fatty liver should be treated from the perspective of liver health. 2. My clinic hours are Monday to Saturday mornings, Monday afternoons, and Thursday afternoons. Please come fasting. 3. For fatty li...[Read More] How to Treat Elevated Liver Enzymes: Insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine
Navigating Unexplained Health Issues: A Guide to Traditional Chinese Medicine
How should I proceed? Hello, doctor: I am feeling very unwell, and the cause cannot be determined. I have undergone many tests, but no one knows what the illness is. Metabolic syndrome is a term used by every doctor to describe my condition. However, I also have panic disorder an...
Dr. Yan Sumei Reply:
Dear Xiao Zhuan, I am glad to receive your letter! Let me summarize your concerns: 1. Panic disorder (taking psychiatric medication). 2. Sweating and feeling hot. 3. Swelling of hands and feet during menstruation. 4. Desire to lose weight. 5. Where to start with examinations? F...[Read More] Navigating Unexplained Health Issues: A Guide to Traditional Chinese Medicine
Managing High Cholesterol and Fatty Liver: Integrating Western and Traditional Medicine
Hello, doctor. I have questions regarding hyperlipidemia and fatty liver disease? Hello, Director Lin. A few days ago, I brought my mother to your clinic for treatment. Thank you for your attentive and patient care in explaining her condition. I have browsed most of your response...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Mr. Huang / 25 / Online User, Hello, 1. The definition of fatty liver is when the fat content in liver cells exceeds 5%. Diagnosis must be confirmed through examinations such as abdominal ultrasound by Western medicine. Many factors can cause fatty liver, including hepatit...[Read More] Managing High Cholesterol and Fatty Liver: Integrating Western and Traditional Medicine
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Weight Loss?
Traditional Chinese Medicine for Weight Loss Dr. Ma: Can taking traditional Chinese medicine help with weight loss? How long do I need to take the medicine?
Dr. Ma Yishi Reply:
Hello Selina: Traditional Chinese medicine can help adjust your constitution, but it requires consistent use. It is also recommended to combine it with a balanced diet and exercise. Changhua Hospital cares about you.[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help with Weight Loss?
Are Traditional Chinese Medicine Prescriptions Covered by Insurance?
Are traditional Chinese medicines classified as covered by health insurance or as out-of-pocket expenses? Hello, doctor: Why do some medications prescribed at traditional Chinese medicine clinics require out-of-pocket payment? Do weight loss medications also need to be paid for o...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Jacky, I am not sure what condition you are seeing the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner for, and what prescriptions and medications were provided. TCM prescriptions and medications are numerous and varied. The National Health Insurance Administration has spec...[Read More] Are Traditional Chinese Medicine Prescriptions Covered by Insurance?
Understanding Water Retention: Impact on Health and Metabolic Syndrome
Is the body retaining too much fluid? Excessive fluid retention in the body can lead to qi deficiency, which may contribute to the development of metabolic syndrome. When the body feels as if it is submerged in water, it can lead to various health issues, including edema, hyperte...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Jacky/37/Netizen, 1. Many conditions can lead to edema, such as heart and lung failure, drug toxicity, malignant tumors, proteinuria (nephrotic syndrome), and hypothyroidism. Excess fluid retention in the body can increase the burden on the heart, kidneys, spleen, and lungs...[Read More] Understanding Water Retention: Impact on Health and Metabolic Syndrome
Effective Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Weight Control
How to lose weight? Does Traditional Chinese Medicine have methods to control weight? Is taking Chinese herbal medicine effective?
Dr. Chen Minglun Reply:
Dear Selina, traditional Chinese medicine can aid in weight loss, but it must be prescribed according to the individual's constitution and symptoms. Some may experience high stress, others may have gastrointestinal issues, and some may have poor metabolism, resulting in diff...[Read More] Effective Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Weight Control
Exploring the Benefits and Risks of Hawthorn and Herbal Remedies for Weight Loss
The scientific name for the mountain ash is Sorbus? The combination of 5 qian of hawthorn, 5 qian of cassia seeds, 3 qian of fo-ti (He Shou Wu), and 5 fen of stevia leaves is often associated with weight loss. However, these herbs may also have other benefits. Hawthorn is known f...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
It does have a weight loss effect, but the results can vary depending on individual body types. For some people with digestive issues or high blood lipids, it may be beneficial, but it can also lead to loose stools.[Read More] Exploring the Benefits and Risks of Hawthorn and Herbal Remedies for Weight Loss
Effective Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Weight Loss
I want to lose weight? I am a working woman. For a long time, obesity has been a pain in my heart. Before marriage, my weight was around 45 kg. After giving birth, my weight increased to 65 kg (I am only 158 cm tall) and I can't seem to lose it. I have tried several weight l...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Hello: Many women experience weight regulation issues after childbirth, especially those who have a weaker constitution post-delivery, making it difficult to use many weight loss medications. Weight loss generally consists of acupuncture and pharmacological treatments. However, i...[Read More] Effective Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches for Weight Loss
Assessing the Safety of Detox Teas and Weight Loss Pills During Early Pregnancy
Ingredient testing Hello Doctor: I recently found out that I am pregnant, but the abdominal ultrasound did not show anything yet. The pregnancy test at the hospital showed a faint line, and the doctor indicated that I just became pregnant. Calculating the dates, I am approximatel...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
1. If you are ill, you should see a physician at a clinic for medication, and do not casually purchase and take products from the internet, especially for pregnant women. 2. Regarding related tests, I cannot provide answers as it requires personal consultation; you should seek in...[Read More] Assessing the Safety of Detox Teas and Weight Loss Pills During Early Pregnancy
Understanding Constipation and Bowel Health in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Regarding bowel movement issues? Hello, I have been experiencing chronic constipation, sometimes only having a bowel movement once a week. I do not have daily bowel movements, and at times, I have even noticed blood in my stool (bright red). Recently, I started taking traditional...
Dr. Lin Qingzhong Reply:
Dear Miss Chen / 19 years old / Female Internet User, Hello, 1. You have not been having daily bowel movements and have been experiencing chronic constipation, sometimes only having a bowel movement once a week, which is quite prolonged. It is important to remember that the h...[Read More] Understanding Constipation and Bowel Health in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Do You Need an Appointment for Acupuncture Weight Loss Treatments?
Do you need to make an appointment for acupuncture weight loss? Do I need to make an appointment for acupuncture for weight loss? I only saw the cost for acupuncture for weight loss; does that mean I need to make an appointment every time?
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Hello: Acupuncture for weight loss requires an appointment for each session. Thank you.[Read More] Do You Need an Appointment for Acupuncture Weight Loss Treatments?
Acupuncture for Weight Loss vs. Diet Clinics: Which Should You Choose?
The difference between acupuncture for weight loss in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and weight loss clinics? Hello: I intend to lose weight, but the provincial hospital has both a weight loss clinic and acupuncture for weight loss in the Traditional Chinese Medicine departme...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Hello, our hospital's weight loss clinic utilizes Western medical treatment methods, including medication, exercise, and dietary control. Traditional Chinese medicine for weight loss involves herbal medicine combined with acupuncture treatment. You can choose your preferred ...[Read More] Acupuncture for Weight Loss vs. Diet Clinics: Which Should You Choose?
Can I Drink Eucommia Tea with Hyperthyroidism? Expert Advice
Du Zhong tea, also known as Eucommia tea, is made from the leaves of the Eucommia ulmoides tree. This herbal tea Hello, doctor. Recently, I heard from a friend that drinking Eucommia tea can help with weight loss. I would like to ask you if it is safe for me to drink Eucommia tea...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Hello: 1. The "Compendium of Materia Medica" records that Eucommia ulmoides has a sweet taste, a warm nature, and a slightly pungent flavor, with effects of tonifying the liver and kidneys, strengthening the muscles and bones, and benefiting the lower back and knees. 2....[Read More] Can I Drink Eucommia Tea with Hyperthyroidism? Expert Advice
Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Control Appetite for Weight Loss?
Please ask your question? I have a tendency to gain weight easily, and I have been gradually gaining more. I would like to know if Traditional Chinese Medicine has any methods to help me reduce my appetite (for weight loss), as I am becoming too overweight.
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Hello, it is possible to use traditional Chinese medicine in conjunction with acupuncture to treat appetite control and promote metabolism, with sessions twice a week for a duration of two months. Thank you.[Read More] Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help Control Appetite for Weight Loss?
Effective Weight Loss Solutions Through Traditional Chinese Medicine
Weight loss..? Could you please tell me when you have time for weight loss consultations? I've heard from others that taking traditional Chinese medicine for weight loss is quite effective, so I would like to know when you are available for appointments. I also heard that yo...
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Hello, our outpatient clinic is open for appointments at all times. We have expanded the clinic area for weight management consultations, and it is not fully booked on the second floor of our hospital. Thank you.[Read More] Effective Weight Loss Solutions Through Traditional Chinese Medicine
Is Eating Bananas for Breakfast Effective for Weight Loss?
Weight loss Is it true that having bananas with water for breakfast and eating normally for the other two meals can help with weight loss? Is this method good for the body? Can I replace bananas with plantains? Thank you.
Dr. Peng Peilun Reply:
Hello, if you are prone to body aches, it is not advisable to consume bananas excessively. Additionally, if you are prone to bloating, it is also not suitable to consume bananas or plantains.[Read More] Is Eating Bananas for Breakfast Effective for Weight Loss?