Q They say I'm not at the point of needing medication yet. If I manage it through diet, can I avoid medication? I want an honest answer.
A If you're at borderline levels and don't have a strong genetic factor, many people maintain normal levels without medication through weight loss and lifestyle improvement. However, very high numbers or familial hypercholesterolemia may truly require medication, so getting an accurate assessment matters more than forcing yourself to avoid medication.
Detailed Answer
Honestly, not all hyperlipidemia can be resolved through diet alone. If your numbers are borderline and genetic factors aren't significant, many people return to normal range without medication just by losing 5-10% of body weight. On the other hand, if LDL is very high or you have familial hypercholesterolemia, lifestyle changes alone aren't enough and medication is needed — avoiding medication in that case is actually risky. So whether "medication-free is possible" should be judged based on your test results.
Our Korean Medicine Clinic's Perspective
Rather than exaggerated promises, Dongjedang looks at pulse diagnosis and test results together to set a realistic goal. If you're at a borderline stage not needing medication, we focus on clearing excess and restoring metabolism to lower weight and numbers together. If medication is needed, our approach is to support metabolic recovery while you maintain that treatment. Safety and accurate judgment always come first.
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