â–³ Director of Beijing Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital affiliated to Capital Medical University, Liu Qingquan
In fact, obesity and dampness are not necessarily related. Being humid in summer does not mean that humidity can cause obesity. Improper dampness removal may damage the spleen and stomach, leading to various chronic diseases. Many dampness-removing medicines and foods tend to be cold, and excessive use will inevitably cause damage to the spleen and stomach. Instead of losing weight, it may make the dampness heavier, leading to other problems. Regarding the issue of dampness removal, it is recommended that everyone seek medical attention at a regular hospital and let a Chinese medicine doctor make a diagnosis.
