Will taking traditional Chinese medicine cause weight gain?

Dec 30, 2020 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Due to dysmenorrhea, I purchased traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for regulation. I’d like to ask: Can taking TCM cause weight gain?

Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Chen Dongfeng
Hello, taking traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) does not cause weight gain. However, it may exert certain effects on the body. Insufficient physical activity—often associated with excessive consumption of greasy or high-fat foods—can contribute to obesity. If you are overweight, you should actively pursue weight loss through appropriate exercise to enhance your body’s metabolism and reduce dietary fat intake, thereby preventing further weight gain. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you a happy and healthy life!