Question of the Week? - What about the " Fat Fast" The question of the week will address the "Fat Fast" and other methods used to manipulate the scale during the protocol. In Pounds and Inches, Dr. Simeons discusses the importance of the process in resetting the hypothalamus. This protocol, whether you are on the original or on a modified version through your doctor, is point specific to do two [Continue Reading...]
Which Protocol Is Right For You?
As many of you know this site promotes the original Dr. Simeons protocol from his book Pounds and Inches. For the mass majority this is the right protocol. When you are on hCG you should always feel good. If you are not feeling good, as I always say "Like a Rockstar" it's typical there could be something else going on. You need to first check your hCG dosing and make sure you get the exact [Continue Reading...]
Healthy Loading Foods
Question of the Week- Healthy Loading Foods Loading is key to making phase 2 a success for you! Those who do not load correctly experience hunger during the first three to four days of the 500 calorie diet, while those who load correctly report low-to-no hunger. Make sure you take the hCG on loading days. The loading works with the hCG to prepare your body for the changes coming. The hCG [Continue Reading...]
Stalls Happen
When doing protocol, we almost all experience stall points. In Pounds and Inches, Dr. Simeons addresses the main causes of stalls and what to expect. There are many reasons for stalls and you may find that you fit into one of the categories listed below. If none of these interruptions apply, it could be dietary errors or lack of diligence with tracking. It is important to know your body will not [Continue Reading...]
Eating Clean Vlog
How do you know if you should eat clean or do a correction day? Fairly often we tell individuals who struggle with a gain to “eat clean,” but few people understand what we are talking about, so I wanted to do a quick review of when and when not to do a correction day. Absolutely no processed foods or sugars including natural sugars like Agave or honey. Avoid milk and cheese as they can be very [Continue Reading...]
Monday Morning Dieting "Blues"..
We set out with great intentions to not succumb to the party foods but what happens if we cheat and we are on the hCG VLCD? Get back on track as soon as possible. You will be able to correct it if you do not let it get out of control. The hCG diet takes discipline, determination and careful planning. I think careful planning may be the smartest thing we can teach. I will link to my favorite [Continue Reading...]
Pounds and INCHES..
The hCG diet is all about Pounds and Inches. When we are not losing pounds our body is shrinking right before our eyes. One of the biggest mistakes we can make is always focusing and getting discouraged by the scale. This is where this little handy tools come into play. When we are in a stall we are usually losing inches and the only way to know that is to measure. Many skip this very [Continue Reading...]
Cheated on your Diet?
It happens to the best of us. We set out with great intentions to not succumb to the pumkin pie and fattening carbs of the holiday meal. What happens if we cheat and we are on the hCG VLCD. I wanted to give you some tips to detoxify and get back on track. According to Dr. Simeons if you cheat you will have a 3 day plateau with no weight loss and possible gain. Expect this and don't be [Continue Reading...]
Phase 3 Stabilization 21 Consecutive Days
We have people ask us all the time about Phase 3 and tips for stabilization. We have a special section on the blog dedicated to Phase 3 stabilization. We strongly believe in stabilization before moving into any other phase, whether you are going back to Phase 2 or on to Phase 4. The importance of resetting the hypothalamus is written in Pounds and Inches. Dr. Simeons recommends a six week [Continue Reading...]
Protocol Takes Discipline
We set out with great intentions to not succumb to the pumpkin pie and fattening carbohydrates of the holiday meal or family gathering. What happens if we cheat and we are on the hCG VLCD. The hCG diet takes discipline, determination and careful planning. I think careful planning may be the smartest thing we can teach. I will link to my favorite to go recipes that kept me from cheating. [Continue Reading...]
Lettuce Wraps
Lettuce WrapsI have had many people ask me how I eat on P4 and I have to say its similar to P2 and P3. I really just concentrate on eating healthy. Do I spluge from time to time, yes! I thought it would be helpful to just share for what I am eating and document any side effects from it. I am a little more simple and just make stuff up as I go along. I do not own a recipe book and do not [Continue Reading...]
P3 Taco Salad
Phase 3 recipe 1 lb of lean ground beef 1 can Rotel 1/4 diced onion Salt and Pepper to taste Lettuce bed 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes 1/4 cup chopped onions 1/4 cup shredded cheese Dressing: I use homemade salsa and cover the top of the salad Cook the ground beef, onion and seasonings. Once the ground beef is done pour in a can of drained Rotel and simmer. Add the meat to the [Continue Reading...]
