We all skip meals in the hope of losing a few pounds. We usually skip meals at breakfast but often lunch as well but some skips their meals much more regularly. What’s the real danger?…
Phase 3 of the HCG Diet can be scary because, during this phase, you’re going to increase your calorie intake, broaden your food selection and re-introduce back carbohydrates into your diet. Revisiting P3 of The…
Caffeine is healthy and it can help you lose weight. Yes! You heard it right, caffeine can help you lose weight in addition to the HCG hormone you inject intramuscularly each day. From “Pounds and…
Dr. Simeons original protocol was extremely successful and thousands of dieters have lost a considerable amount of weight and have kept them off for good. However, with each passing year, the HCG diet menu has…
Indulging in junk food craving is lovely. Whether it’s a bag of salty chips, old-time favorite French fries or a mountain of bite-sized snickers but once the guilt kicks in, the joy quickly turns into…
There are tons of benefits that you can get from shedding those pounds build-up- from having a healthier heart to feeling better in a bikini! However, have you ever wonder what actually happens to your…
One of the most common questions that dieters ask is whether they can incorporate exercise on the HCG Diet. Is it a good idea to combine exercise while doing the HCG Diet? Before you hit…
Whether you want to lose weight or just maintain a healthy weight, eating proper portions of foods is as important as eating the right kind of foods on the HCG Diet. For you to exercise…
Old habits can be hard to break and everyone has them. We all pass by drive-thru for a breakfast or lunch. We all enjoy a midnight snack while watching our favorite late-night show. Nobody is…
Finding a perfect weight loss plan that syncs with your lifestyle is a step away from achieving a great look. Now you are ready to shed all those extra pounds that you’ve been carrying for…
Can’t sleep on the HCG Diet? Why? As the saying goes, “Sleep more, weight less” is true. The amount of sleep you get directly affects your diet. When you are short of sleep, you tend…
Meal replacement shake has now become an interesting topic among the HCG dieters. An HCG diet meal replacement shake is a delicious and nutritious meal alternative specially formulated for HCG dieters who seek the ultimate…
Most of the calories you’ll need come from protein-the very lean one such as shellfish, very lean red meat, and white meat poultry. Why is protein so important on the HCG diet? The basic of…
Sugar is a simple carbohydrate present naturally in some foods and drinks. It’s also added in some foods and drinks. Unlike those that naturally occurring, added sugars provide no nutritional value. Added sugars are a…
We all crave for foods. We crave for carbs, salty, savory rich foods and sweets like chocolate. An occasional indulgence is necessary but not on the HCG Diet. There is no room for cravings on…
The maintenance phase of the HCG Diet can be a little bit challenging due to restrictions on carbohydrates, starches and sugar especially for those with a sweet tooth. You have restricted all forms of sugar…
One of the most popular things dieter do during the P2 of the HCG Diet is a detox bath. Taking a warm bath is a great way to relax your body, to wind down and…
You probably tried a diet or two in your life. Perhaps a diet that you’ve heard from your workplace, relatives and even neighbor. Perhaps, you always kept a paper and pen with you to count…
Many find diet maintenance to be so easy but not with the HCG Diet. Unlike other diets, excluding sugar and carbohydrates from the diet is a real-life challenge. Gaining the weight back after losing them…
Your body may undergo amazing changes after doing the HCG Diet. You will lose a great deal of weight. You will notice inches off your body and your appetite will also change. After the HCG…
Keeping the weight off can be as difficult as losing them but with the HCG Diet, keeping them off and maintaining them can be easier. If the scale starts to tip in the wrong direction,…
Is it really possible to maintain weight loss after the HCG Diet? Congratulations! You have finally reached your weight loss goal! I know you are now ranged with so much emotion. You feel accomplished. You…
Vitamin B12 is also known as Cobalamin. It is a nutrient that helps convert foods into energy. It is naturally found in animal products like dairy, fish, egg, pork and beef. The Recommended Daily Allowance…
If you are still looking forward to having health packed weight loss with an accelerated result, then below are HCG Diet approved supplements at each phase. These supplements will make sure that you will remain…
HCG Diet is scientifically planned that vitamin supplements are no longer necessary. Below is an excerpt from Dr. Simons Pounds and Inches manuscript: “Sooner or later most patients express a fear that they may be…
The ultimate way in choosing the best carb option for maintenance phase is to choose the right kind of carbohydrate in the right portion size and ratio. You have to be sure also that you…
What to do, what to do after the HCG Diet? Your round of HCG Diet is over and hopefully, you are living a happier and eating healthier now. Hopefully, you are now a much better…
Common Causes of Stress Eating Stuffing down temporary uncomfortable feelings or emotions like loneliness, anger, fear, shame and resentment.Old habits, childhood habits such as receiving rewards like pizza or ice cream after behaving good can…
Emotional Eating is the reason why so many diets fail. What is emotional eating? Emotional eating is also known as stress eating is eating foods in order to satisfy your emotional needs and to make…
Weight gain at the start of your phase 3 is just normal. Anyway, you have that 2-pounds range to follow but there are times that you just can’t stay within the 2-pounds range and went…
An HCG Diet Steak Day can be daunting. When you do the steak day you cannot eat anything until your dinner. The whole day, you only drink lots of water. You can also drink coffee…
When you didn’t eat carbs and fruit during P2 There are times during your Phase 2 of the HCG Diet you have totally removed the Fruits and carb choices just to beat your CRAVINGS and…
What are clean carbs? They are also known as complex carbs made up of a complicated molecule that’s being broken down slowly in the body. Some examples of clean carbohydrates are starchy veggies, whole grains…
Jumping into the next phase can be scary if you do not have any idea of what to eat especially if it is your first round. The rule for this phase is that you are…
Gaining weight during the maintenance phase? Here are some top mistakes during Phase 3 of the HCG Diet that you might want to look into: #1 You are eating too many calories Eating too many…
Phase 3 of the HCG Diet is 6 weeks long. During this phase, there are things that you are allowed and not allowed to eat which can be pretty thrilling and sometimes scary for some…
Learning how to maintain your weight, adjusting your food intake on regular basis after the very low calorie diet is the most important eating behavior that you can gain from this protocol. It’s a life-changing…
Not yet ready to do the HCG Diet after the holiday? Here is a 3-day cleanse diet to undo all the holiday damage. The 3-Day cleansing diet works effectively and quickly. It is generally enough…
The holiday season is over and you are left with tons of questions on how to get back in shape after all those holiday parties and foods. Many HCG dieters embark on dieting after the…
Stabilizing during phase 3 of the HCG Diet is one of the biggest challenges every dieter experience. But some few diets strategy can make all the difference from stabilizing to being successful on the weight…
Phase 3 of the HCG Diet is the very time for you to start introducing back varieties of foods into your diet. However, you don’t want to do everything so fast. You must take things…
Diet slips are a normal part of any lifestyle change. Diet slips won’t really hurt your progress over what you have been working out for so long but how you react to the diet slip…
Phase 3 of the HCG Diet is the most critical and difficult part of the diet. As you finished with the 500 calorie diet a day you begin to add food back into your diet.…
Phase 3 of the HCG Diet is not all about losing weight. It is NOT a weight loss phase. Some dieters are still trying to lose weight during this phase and this is a very…
It is the time of the year that dieting becomes difficult for most even with HCG Diet. The only safest way to deviate from HCG Diet during this holiday season without getting additional weight is…
It’s a holiday season-a time for tons of celebrations here and there with friends, family and loved ones. There would be lots of parties, Christmas lunches and New Year’s Eve dinner. You would be tempted…
Phase 3 of the HCG Diet is absolutely very important for a lot of reasons. After losing 20 to 30 pounds doing the 21 days or 46 days protocol, which is under very strict guidelines…
As you increase your calorie intake during Phase 3 of the HCG diet you can also broaden your food selection. Below are lists of safe HCG Diet Phase 3 foods and foods that you need…
Rule #1: Never ever eat starches and sugars while on the P3 of the HCG Diet But why? Why should I stay away from foods high in carbs? Let me tell you why. Foods high…
Here is everything that you need to know about the first week of the HCG Diet phase 3. Keep in mind that your official HCG Diet Phase 3 starts three days after your last injection.…
P3 of the HCG Diet is one of the most important parts of the HCG diet. Understanding how to do this phase is the key to a lasting success. But what exactly is Phase 3…
Now you are about to end your journey with the VLCD of the HCG diet and you are about to get yourself into the heavenly Phase 3 of the HCG diet. But wait! Before you…
One peculiar feature of the HCG diet protocol is that your body can become very sensitive to even a tiny intake of fats. Even oils, creams, and ointments applied on the skin are easily absorbed…
HCG can help you lose weight when combined with a very low calorie diet. It resets your hypothalamus gland causing your body to use the “Abnormal Fats” as a source of energy. However, a high…
A looming deadline at work, getting your kid’s school project ready the night before they are due can be stressful. Dealing with stress can be tough. They can be good sometimes because stress inspires you…
Stress is not always easy to handle especially when on the HCG Diet. High levels of stress can interfere with the process of how the hormone metabolizes the abnormal fats. It counteracts the effects of…
The type of foods that you eat on the HCG diet is based on their sugar, carb and fat content. On your 500 calories phase, you may eat 200 grams of protein a day. You…
Losing those baby weights after giving birth is quite challenging-but not with HCG diet! The HCG diet can be a great way for you to get back in shape after pregnancy. HCG diet is one…
Getting through the first week of the HCG diet has never been easy. During your first week of doing the HCG diet, your body transitions from burning carbs for fuel to burning fat for fuel.…
Being conscious of what you eat is very vital especially if you are on the HCG diet. You should avoid high-calorie and high-fat foods so you can achieve your weight loss goal. The sugar calories…
Studies show that 95% of all diets fail. Those who lose weight eventually regain it back but double from the previous weight. Some diets have so many restrictions making it difficult to maintain. Moreover, many…
An HCG diet weight loss plan combines HCG hormone and a very strict diet plan. The plan allows you to limit your intake of calorie to 500 calories a day. The food options are limited.…
One of the most frequently asked question regarding HCG diet is whether a woman should continue having her HCG shot during a menstrual cycle. HCG diet has become more and more popular so this kind…
I know how much you wanted to get to the finish line and lose all those pounds away for good. However, when doing the diet, there is a protocol that you must follow. There are…
Trying to lose about 100 pounds may seem like to take forever. But sometimes rushing things through can lead to a nasty cycle of losing and gaining weight. There are a lot of reasons why…
During your HCG diet, there can be tons of events popping-up that you might be tempted to cheat. There is a “right way” to cheat so you can partake those holidays, party-foods and whatever upcoming…
Why choose the longer round? If you have more weight to lose then do the longer rounds with breaks in between. Longer rounds allow you to reach your goal weight faster than doing the shorter…
How long should I be on the protocol? The answer is it depends on how much weight you want to lose. You can do a short round or a long round. The most common is…
After Phase 2 of the hCG diet comes the Phase 3 or the Maintenance Phase where you’ve got to eat REAL FOODS. I know you’ve been eating real foods during your P2 but what I…
How long do I need to wait before I can start with another round? This is a very common question that most HCG dieters ask. Don’t get too excited. I know you want to get…
Tip #1 Inject only on one location Stick with only one location unless you felt the following: Extreme hunger Injections can sometimes be the cause of your hungry. This is because it’s not given properly…
The HCG diet protocol requires you to inject the hormone in the morning. Morning injections can help you through the early part of your HCG diet, the VLCD. It is the most challenging part. The…
You may be asking right now when the best time is to have your shot of hCG diet. To get right down to it, there is actually no particular time to have your shot. Say…
Is it going to be difficult? Yes. Anything you do that is different from what you are used with will be difficult. But as long as you follow the protocol you will succeed. Research shows…
Before you think on adjust your dose of hCG let us identify what hunger is and isn’t. Hunger is not the noises your stomach makes or the “growling”. It is not an empty feeling. They…
Having a right dose of hCG is one of the most challenging aspects when on the diet. Most of the time, a dose between 125 IU-150IU is perfect. But the thing is, everyone is different.…
Eating out while on P2 of the HCG diet can be a frightful experience. I would love to tell you NOT to go out and just cook your meals. But it doesn’t always work like…
Before you embark on the HCG diet it is extremely important to check your calendar for big events like parties and wedding so you can start with your weight loss journey before or after the…
Sticking to the HCG diet protocol is quite challenging. You’ll find that you need to prepare and cook for most of your meals. But there are times when you eat out. This is somewhat possible…
Dr. Simeons stressed out in his book that even a small deviation in the protocol can slow your weight loss. So before you begin with the protocol read Dr. Simeons hcg diet protocol. Be familiar…
Are you bored with all those food restrictions? Are you going to scream if you have to eat fish or chicken for ANOTHER MEAL? Sometimes all you need is a little variety to help you…
How is your relationship with foods? Is food your snuggly bear? We often do not give it much thought. We eat in order to be healthy and we know that sometimes we need to lose…
There is nothing wrong with wanting to look better or wanting to wear smaller clothes for an upcoming party or a trip. But your reason for losing weight shouldn’t be superficial. Why are deeper reasons…
The HCG diet is a great way to lose a lot of weight in a shorter period of time. The thought of losing a lot of weight that quick is so appealing to many overweight…
A lot of people who have tried the protocol have struggled. It’s either they cheat a lot or quit too early. But why does this happen? Perhaps if we know the reason why we can…
Hitting a plateau in your weight loss journey is very common. And when it happens, you just can’t imagine how frustrating it can be especially if you’ve been losing weight for several days or even…
The HCG diet is not that complicated as it looks like. It’s in fact doable. But as you go along the diet, there will a come a time where you can slip up and make…
HCG diet protocol is very specific. It explains everything from what you can and cannot eat. That's all the way down to how you will cook your protein choices- leaving very little room for error.…
HCG diet for vegetarians can be tricky. There are limited choices for you to choose from when it comes from what you can have for your protein servings. That being said, once you figure out…
From the book “Pounds and Inches” by Dr. Simeons, vegetarian must drink milk as a protein substitute. The rest of the diet is the same as the standard HCG. But with the recent slight changes,…
HCG diet protocol is pretty simple. Every day you get two servings of protein, two servings of fruits and vegetables, and two carbs. Because of these restrictions, a lot of vegetarians wonder if it’s possible…
In the previous article, we discussed the health benefits of some HCG diet green leafy vegetables. Now, we will go over the health benefits of other veggies like fennel, lettuce, onion, spinach and tomatoes. These…
Dr. Simeons included vegetables in the protocol not just of their ability to lose weight quickly. Vegetables can offer much more. They do not interfere with the effect of hormones and are rich in nutrients.…
Phase 2 of the HCG diet requires you to make a drastic change in your hcg diet. It limits you to only 500 calories per day. You can eat proteins in high amount and carbs…
If you’re new to the program, doing exercise together with HCG diet can be a bit too much. Rather than doing it during your first week on HCG injection wait for about 1-2 weeks. Or…
Exercise on HCG diet can be beneficial if and only your body allows it. Some hcg dieters even do quite well with both the hcg diet and exercise. However, exercise should remain light and easy…
HCG Terms and Meaning 1 ml: 1cc on a syringe 3.5 ounces: 100 grams ACV: Apple Cider Vinegar, sometimes used by HCG dieters to enhance their weight loss. Apple day: This is a stall breaker…
Though you are only eating 500 calories during P2 of HCG diet, there’s no reason for you to feel hungry at all. Not unless there is something wrong along the way. You are not supposed…
As to any diet, it’s no secret that the success is determined by the foods that you put into your body. The healthiest is one that is plant-based. It includes plenty of fruits and vegetables,…
Part 2: Alcohol and HCG Diet Alcohol is not advised while you are on a very low calorie diet. But drinking alcohol at least once a week is something that won’t affect your hcg diet…
Alcohol is not recommended while you are on HCG diet. In fact, Dr. Simeons does mention about it in his manuscript. “If no carbohydrates whatsoever are eaten, fats can be indulged in somewhat more liberally…
HCG Phase 2 is where your weight loss takes place. This is the hardest yet the most challenging and most exciting phase of the HCG Diet plan. This phase really works but you have to…
It’s frustrating when you see no improvement on the scale even when you have tried your best to lose weight. If controlling your cravings, getting enough sleep and correctly taking your P2 meals not enough…
An Apple day is performed when your weight loss has stayed the same for several days on Phase 2 of your HCG diet. This is also known as HCG stall. Some like to call it…
Cheating is not allowed during Phase 2 of your HCG diet. And you know this by heart. But there are times that you just want to freak out and grab those delicious piece of cake…
Drinking plenty of water is essential and we all heard about it before. This isn’t new but in HCG diet it is important to know how much water drink, whether you are drinking too much…
Maybe not this round or the next and hopefully not in any other rounds. But chances are, somewhere along the way you make mistakes. And now what? Should you start- over your hcg diet or…
Are you trying to consider a cheat day on your HCG diet if the protocol wouldn’t going to be that easy for you? Well, you can because you certainly can recover after cheating. However, if…
Cheating on HCG diet isn’t the end of everything. If you mess up and eat something you shouldn’t, don’t give up. It’s not too late to get back on the protocol. Stop cheating as soon…
Dr. Simeons original protocol does not require HCG dieters to eat all organic foods. But thanks to Kevin Trudeau’s book “The Weight Loss Cure”, organic food has become a popular addition to the diet. He…
Stalls can happen on HCG diet. If your weight has stayed the same, not changing an ounce even on the VLCD for three consecutive days then it’s time to break that stall. There are many…
Weight loss during your diet with HCG is pretty fast… not until you hit a plateau or stall. Plateaus do occur at times on the HCG Diet, even when the diet is being followed perfectly,…
“Spice up your life” was coined for a reason. Spices improve the taste of foods and are totally rich in nutrients. So, spice up your life in HCG diet. But be careful because some spices…
The first week of your very low calorie diet with HCG can be the most difficult days you might experience. It’s not going to be easy. There will be ups and downs, hunger, mental battles…
So you are thinking of buying the new bikini that you are planning to wear this coming summer and show off that new curve. Or schedule a photo shoot with your friends a few days…
Regardless of what type of dieting method you do you will certainly experience some hunger. Why? When your body calorie intake is lesser than your calorie expenditure, your body will naturally proceed into survival mode.…
In Dr. Simeons original protocol, he restricted the mixing of vegetables while on the VLCD although he didn’t specifically explain why. But it is believed that this was to avoid eating too many calories unknowingly.…
There are times you plateau for a few days while you are in phase 2 of your HCG diet. Plateau happens when you haven’t lost weight for 3 or more days on the program. Your…
Phase 2 of HCG diet begins on day three. And the only drinks you can have according to Dr. Simeons manuscript are the following: Water Coffee Tea You may think that having the same kind…
Like in any diet, there’s a right and wrong way to lose weight and a lot of restrictions too. But if you familiarize yourself and adhere to the Phase 2 hcg diet protocol, it can…
Phase 2 of HCG diet limits your calorie intake to 500 calories a day. It sounds scary but it works. It can also be relatively easy as long as you follow the guidelines. You might…
Here is the calorie count of the approved food list which can aid you in your HCG diet. This can help you better plan out what foods you would like to eat and what foods…
Here are the lists of foods that you can eat in your Phase 2 journey with HCG diet. You can use this list as a quick reference when you shop and prepare for your meals.…
Phase 2 of HCG diet is considered as the most challenging yet exciting phase of HCG diet. This is often referred to as the very low-calorie diet or the VLCD. This phase has made HCG…
Keeping track of what you eat is imperative. Based on observation from many dieters, one of the chief reasons for their success with HCG diet is due to tracking what they eat and by keeping…
Mental focus and mindset is an important part of HCG diet. Being focused during your VLCD and P3 is not just that easy because your mindset can either make or break your efforts. If you…
The rule of thumb in preparation for HCG loading days is load well on fats. Yes, it’s all about the FATS. Try to stay clear of carbohydrates. This will help you during your transition from…
Finally, you have decided to do the HCG diet. I know you may have a lot of questions in your mind. Like-aren’t I starting this process to help me lose weight and eat better? Why…
What happens to your load weight at phase 2? It is disheartening when you make a decision in starting a new diet then immediately the diet calls for you to put on some weight. Well,…
One of the frequently asked questions about loading days is “How much weight should I gain when loading?” The answer is it’s highly individual. But base on observations: For first time to load on the…
The HCG Diet can cause changes in your body’s metabolic process like any other dietary transition. As your body adjusts to the transition you might experience symptom like headaches. This typically occurs during the first…
Clean loading for HCG Diet What is the traditional way of loading for HCG Diet? Loading the traditional way is eating whatever you like. That includes fries, burgers donuts, oh so delicious cakes and ice…
Can I load for 3 days instead of 2? Debating whether to load for 2 day or 3 day? Ask yourself these questions? Do you really need it or you just want to make an…
HCG Diet Phase 1: The what and how’s of loading Before going to the losing-weight part which is the phase 2 you need to go through HCG Phase 1 first. This phase is the loading…
HCG Diet Phase 1 HCG Diet has 3 phases. Each of them is extremely important. Each of them is extremely important. If you will fail to follow the guidelines in any of the phases, your…
DO’s and DON’Ts on HCG Diet HCG diet protocol really works. Though it may seem difficult because of the SO many restrictions but actually it isn’t. It’s pretty straightforward. Like in any diet, there’s always…
There are things that you can do to help yourself stick with your HCG diet during cravings and that is to fight back! And yes, by overcoming your cravings you can lose weight now. First…
There are secret ways you can use to reduce unwanted food cravings while on HCG diet. 1. Reduce your stress levels Stress can promote cravings for comfort food. According to study, women who are stressed…
Cravings for unhealthy foods like sweets and starches are your worst enemy when you are on HCG diet. Fortunately you’re not alone in your fight. Top nutritionists have revealed the secrets to help you master…
Staying motivated isn’t always that simple. You’re motivated to lose weight because you’ve got big plans once you’ve shed all those pounds. But there’s only one thing that can guarantee you’ll stay excited enough to…
When you are trying to lose a significant amount of weight it is important to maximize your HCG diet weight loss. Although it is quite challenging but if you just follow the protocol properly and…
Tracking your progress while on hCG diet is very important. This is what you usually do each day as you wake up. Part of tracking your progress is by weighing and measuring. But how do…