Take hCG in the morning and at night, 12 hours apart. You can take medication on a full or empty stomach, but don't eat or drink anything for ten minutes after you take the medication.
Tablets: Place the tablet under your tongue until it dissolves, then swallow. Do not eat or drink anything for ten minutes. Tablets may be kept at room temperature, but must be kept dry.
Drops: Use dropper to place .25ml of liquid under the tongue. Hold it there for one minute, then swallow. Do not eat or drink anything for ten minutes. Drops must be kept in the refrigerator.
KCl: If you are taking the potassium supplements, take one pill each day with plenty of water at a meal time.
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October 19, 2010
October 8, 2010
Where can I find more information about hCG?
Dr. A.T.W. Simeon did the initial research on hCG in India as part of a study on overweight boys. We order our prescriptions from Opti-Lean, where you can download a copy of Dr. Simeon's book, if you would like to do further research.
What can't I eat on the hCG diet?
NO milk (except 1 tablespoon per day)
NO oil, butter, or margarine
NO salad dressing (try vinegar instead)
NO potatoes, carrots, corn, peas, or beets (these veggies are too high in starches)
NO alcohol
NO salmon, tuna, eel, herring, or fish that is dried, pickled or smoked
NO oil, butter, or margarine
NO salad dressing (try vinegar instead)
NO potatoes, carrots, corn, peas, or beets (these veggies are too high in starches)
NO alcohol
NO salmon, tuna, eel, herring, or fish that is dried, pickled or smoked
What can I eat while on hCG?
500 Calories per day...
Remember: don't eat anything that's not on this list!!
Remember to weigh and measure your food!
Beverages: Any non-calorie fluids in any amount
tea, coffee, mineral water, crystal light, diet soda (stick to two cans a day)
drink at least 2 liters of water per day
DO NOT drink alcohol
only one tablespoon of milk is allowed per day
artificial sweetener may be used
Proteins: 1 serving is 100 grams, using your food scale weigh raw after removing visible fat
beef: lean steak (187 calories)
extra lean ground beef (248 calories)
roast beef (267 calories)
veal (229 calories)
skinless and boneless chicken breast (195 calories)
white fish: halibut (110 calories)
cod (211 calories)
flounder (114 calories)
monkfish (76 calories)
perch (94 calories)
pike (129 calories)
pollock (92 calories)
snapper (100 calories)
sole
crab (97 calories)
lobster (97 calories)
shrimp (144 calories)
nonfat cottage cheese may be eaten once weekly (85 calories)
boiled or poached eggs may be eaten once weekly (one serving is 3 eggs whites plus 1 egg) (150 calories)
Vegetables: Do not mix vegetables. Do not eat more than one type of vegetable in the same sitting.
Lettuces of any kind (5-8 calories per cup depending on type)
Spinach, fresh (7 calories per cup)
Broccoli (25 calories per cup)
Beet greens (8 calories per cup)
Cauliflower (25 calories per cup)
Fennel (27 calories per 1 cup sliced)
Asparagus (27 calories per 1 cup)
Onions (50 calories per 1 cup)
Red Radishes
Cabbage
Zucchini
Swiss Chard
Tomatoes
Celery
Chicory Greens
Cucumbers
Fruits: Must be eaten at least 6 hours apart
Apple, medium (70 calories)
Orange, medium (65 calories)
Strawberries, 6 large (40 calories)
Grapefruit, 1/2 medium (41 calories)
Grains:
1 melba toast (approx. 1"x3" piece)
1 breadstick (grissini) (a type of breadstick available in Safeway brand as well as online, and at the dollar store)
Seasonings:
Nonstick spray
Juice of 1 lemon per day
garlic
salt and pepper
vinegar
mustard powder
basil
parsley
thyme
marjoram
hot sauce (brands without sugar such as Tabasco)
NO starch, sugar, fat, oil, butter, margarine, dressing.
Remember: don't eat anything that's not on this list!!
Remember to weigh and measure your food!
Beverages: Any non-calorie fluids in any amount
tea, coffee, mineral water, crystal light, diet soda (stick to two cans a day)
drink at least 2 liters of water per day
DO NOT drink alcohol
only one tablespoon of milk is allowed per day
artificial sweetener may be used
Proteins: 1 serving is 100 grams, using your food scale weigh raw after removing visible fat
beef: lean steak (187 calories)
extra lean ground beef (248 calories)
roast beef (267 calories)
veal (229 calories)
skinless and boneless chicken breast (195 calories)
white fish: halibut (110 calories)
cod (211 calories)
flounder (114 calories)
monkfish (76 calories)
perch (94 calories)
pike (129 calories)
pollock (92 calories)
snapper (100 calories)
sole
crab (97 calories)
lobster (97 calories)
shrimp (144 calories)
nonfat cottage cheese may be eaten once weekly (85 calories)
boiled or poached eggs may be eaten once weekly (one serving is 3 eggs whites plus 1 egg) (150 calories)
Vegetables: Do not mix vegetables. Do not eat more than one type of vegetable in the same sitting.
Lettuces of any kind (5-8 calories per cup depending on type)
Spinach, fresh (7 calories per cup)
Broccoli (25 calories per cup)
Beet greens (8 calories per cup)
Cauliflower (25 calories per cup)
Fennel (27 calories per 1 cup sliced)
Asparagus (27 calories per 1 cup)
Onions (50 calories per 1 cup)
Red Radishes
Cabbage
Zucchini
Swiss Chard
Tomatoes
Celery
Chicory Greens
Cucumbers
Fruits: Must be eaten at least 6 hours apart
Apple, medium (70 calories)
Orange, medium (65 calories)
Strawberries, 6 large (40 calories)
Grapefruit, 1/2 medium (41 calories)
Grains:
1 melba toast (approx. 1"x3" piece)
1 breadstick (grissini) (a type of breadstick available in Safeway brand as well as online, and at the dollar store)
Seasonings:
Nonstick spray
Juice of 1 lemon per day
garlic
salt and pepper
vinegar
mustard powder
basil
parsley
thyme
marjoram
hot sauce (brands without sugar such as Tabasco)
NO starch, sugar, fat, oil, butter, margarine, dressing.
Can I repeat the diet?
In a word, yes.
The hCG prescription lasts 28 days. After your completion of the program and medication, we recommend a period of slowly re-introducing higher calorie foods to you diet. This way, weight gain won't occur and your weight will become stable. Remember that you'll need to stay on a maintenance plan in order to keep the weight off that you lost during your prescription.
You must wait at least six weeks before going on the hCG prescription again or re-starting the very low calorie phase of the diet.
The hCG prescription lasts 28 days. After your completion of the program and medication, we recommend a period of slowly re-introducing higher calorie foods to you diet. This way, weight gain won't occur and your weight will become stable. Remember that you'll need to stay on a maintenance plan in order to keep the weight off that you lost during your prescription.
You must wait at least six weeks before going on the hCG prescription again or re-starting the very low calorie phase of the diet.
But Seriously, Will I be hungry?
No! hCG releases the stored fat in your body that is ordinarily saved for pregnancy or cases of extreme starvation. When this fat is released into your bloodstream, it is able to be used for energy rather than the food that you would usually be eating. Even though you are only eating 500 calories a day, your body is operating on thousands of calories, giving you all energy that you need to help you lose .5 to 1 pound per day.
Our patients haven't reported any hunger pangs while following the diet protocol and have noticed a decrease in appetite and cravings. In fact, they have been completely satisfied, especially after seeing pounds melt away. Supplements or appetite suppressants may be added to the diet to meet individual patient needs, if necessary.
Our patients haven't reported any hunger pangs while following the diet protocol and have noticed a decrease in appetite and cravings. In fact, they have been completely satisfied, especially after seeing pounds melt away. Supplements or appetite suppressants may be added to the diet to meet individual patient needs, if necessary.
Are there side effects to the diet and medication?
The patients in our office haven't had side effects. hCG is safe and occurs naturally in the body during pregnancy.
Mild side effects can occur; but are rare. If you do experience side effects, please let us know so we can treat them before they interfere with your diet program.
Possible side effects include headaches associated with toxin release from stored fat. Fatigue is another complaint in the first few days of treatment while the body adjusts to its new metabolic activities. Both of these side effects are typically resolved within the first few days.
Other side effects can include dry skin and muscle cramping due to the low fat and low calorie consumption. Remember to use oil free lotion to treat dry skin and hands. If you experience other side effects, let us know so we can help you stay on your weight loss path.
Because you are eating less food than normal, constipation may occur. To avoid this, patients may take a magnesium supplement daily. The best cure for constipation may be plenty of fluids and movement, so start hydrating. Avoid laxatives, as they contain oils. A saline enema is advisable if needed.
Mild side effects can occur; but are rare. If you do experience side effects, please let us know so we can treat them before they interfere with your diet program.
Possible side effects include headaches associated with toxin release from stored fat. Fatigue is another complaint in the first few days of treatment while the body adjusts to its new metabolic activities. Both of these side effects are typically resolved within the first few days.
Other side effects can include dry skin and muscle cramping due to the low fat and low calorie consumption. Remember to use oil free lotion to treat dry skin and hands. If you experience other side effects, let us know so we can help you stay on your weight loss path.
Because you are eating less food than normal, constipation may occur. To avoid this, patients may take a magnesium supplement daily. The best cure for constipation may be plenty of fluids and movement, so start hydrating. Avoid laxatives, as they contain oils. A saline enema is advisable if needed.
October 6, 2010
What skincare products can I use while on the diet?
The hCG diet not only requires strict eating habits, but also strict personal care. No products containing oils are permitted during the diet phase because they can be absorbed by the skin. The skin is a selectively permeable surface, which is why medications in the form of creams and patches are effective. Only cosmetics, deodorants, soaps, etc. that are oil free should be used to attain optimal weight loss.
Please let use know what works for you as you make changes in your personal products. Remember to read the ingredients and do your research! Here is a list of some products you may want to try.
Cosmetics:
Bare Essentials, Pancake Raw, Any Oil-free base, foundation lines, Mineral based makeup
Deodorant:
Crystal Deodorant Stick, Crystalux, Thai Deodorant Stick
Facial Soap:
Neutrogena Oil Free Cream Cleanser, Arbonne - All Botanical Based Skin Care, Witch Hazel
Moisturizers:
Alba Oil Free Facial Moisturizer
Coconut Oil (cold pressed)
Corn Huskers Lotion
Aloe Vera 100% Gel Baby Oil (basically mineral Oil)
Fiji Organic Virgin Coconut Oil for Body, Massage and Hair
Curel Continuous Comfort, Fragrance Free
Kiss my Face Oil Free Moisturizer
Neutrogena Oil Free Facial Lotion
Mineral Oil
St. Ives Vanilla Lotion
Hair Care:
Aubrey Organics
Fiji Organic Virgin Coconut Oil for Body, Massage and Hair
Life Extension
Magik Botanicals Oil Free Shampoo and Conditioner
Mastey Products
Soap:
Dial, Ivory, Jason's, Zest
Sunscreen:
Most brands seem to carry an oil free line now. Do you have a favorite oil free sunscreen?
Toothpaste:
Spry Toothpaste (no fluoride)
Tom's of Maine Toothpaste
Lubricants:
(water based or silicone based)
ID Velvet Silicone-Based Lubricant
Kama Sutra Pleasure Potion
ID millennium
Gloves:
Latex gloves are great for avoiding the unavoidable when working, cooking, doing housework etc.
Please let use know what works for you as you make changes in your personal products. Remember to read the ingredients and do your research! Here is a list of some products you may want to try.
Cosmetics:
Bare Essentials, Pancake Raw, Any Oil-free base, foundation lines, Mineral based makeup
Deodorant:
Crystal Deodorant Stick, Crystalux, Thai Deodorant Stick
Facial Soap:
Neutrogena Oil Free Cream Cleanser, Arbonne - All Botanical Based Skin Care, Witch Hazel
Moisturizers:
Alba Oil Free Facial Moisturizer
Coconut Oil (cold pressed)
Corn Huskers Lotion
Aloe Vera 100% Gel Baby Oil (basically mineral Oil)
Fiji Organic Virgin Coconut Oil for Body, Massage and Hair
Curel Continuous Comfort, Fragrance Free
Kiss my Face Oil Free Moisturizer
Neutrogena Oil Free Facial Lotion
Mineral Oil
St. Ives Vanilla Lotion
Hair Care:
Aubrey Organics
Fiji Organic Virgin Coconut Oil for Body, Massage and Hair
Life Extension
Magik Botanicals Oil Free Shampoo and Conditioner
Mastey Products
Soap:
Dial, Ivory, Jason's, Zest
Sunscreen:
Most brands seem to carry an oil free line now. Do you have a favorite oil free sunscreen?
Toothpaste:
Spry Toothpaste (no fluoride)
Tom's of Maine Toothpaste
Lubricants:
(water based or silicone based)
ID Velvet Silicone-Based Lubricant
Kama Sutra Pleasure Potion
ID millennium
Gloves:
Latex gloves are great for avoiding the unavoidable when working, cooking, doing housework etc.
FAQ about hCG
As we get our blog off the ground this week, we would like to know your top ten questions about the diet, hCG, and any concerns you've had so far. Please submit your questions here and I will answer them on the blog ASAP. Thank you!
October 1, 2010
What should I do during menstruation?
The best time to start hCG is immediately after a period so as not to interrupt the course of medication.
Do not take the hCG tablets during menstruation but remain on the 500 calorie diet. Even though you will not be taking the hormone during this time, you will not be hungry. When menstruation is over, resume the pills and continue the 500 calorie diet.
Do not take the hCG tablets during menstruation but remain on the 500 calorie diet. Even though you will not be taking the hormone during this time, you will not be hungry. When menstruation is over, resume the pills and continue the 500 calorie diet.
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