Is constipation normal on the HCG diet?

Yes, constipation is very common while on the diet, especially due to the dramatic diet change.

However, 4-5 days is too long without a bowel movement, and we recommend that you should take a break from the diet at least until you are back on a regular schedule. Your health is of utmost importance and we do not want to take any risks.

Also, you might want to consult with your doctor as well prior to starting the diet again, just to ensure its right for you.

If I have Diabetes can I do the HCG diet?

Only a doctor can legally advise you on diabetes; be sure to check with your doctor if you have any concerns with your diabetes. However, this is what Dr. ATW Simeons had to say on the subject of hCG and diabetes:

"In an obese patient suffering from a fairly advanced case of stable diabetes [Type II diabetes] of many years duration in which the blood sugar may range from 3-400 mg%, it is often possible to stop all antidiabetic medication after the first few days of treatment [with hCG]. The blood sugar continues to drop from day to day and often reaches normal values in 2-3 weeks. As in pregnancy, this phenomenon is not observed in the brittle type of diabetes [Type I diabetes], and as some cases that are predominantly stable may have a small brittle factor in their clinical makeup, all obese diabetics have to be kept under a very careful and expert watch.

A brittle case of diabetes is primarily due to the inability of the pancreas to produce sufficient insulin, while in the stable type, diencephalic regulations seem to be of greater importance. That is possibly the reason why the stable form responds so well to the hCG method of treating obesity, whereas the brittle type does not. Obese patients are generally suffering from the stable type, but a stable type may gradually change into a brittle one, which is usually associated with a loss of weight. Thus, when an obese diabetic finds that he is losing weight without diet or treatment, he should at once have his diabetes expertly attended to. There is some evidence to suggest that the change from stable to brittle is more liable to occur in patients who are taking insulin for their stable diabetes."

What does 3X, 6X, 12X, 30X, and 60X mean?

Are you familiar with how the potency is determined with homeopathic products? If not, here's a break down. Basically, our product meets the 3x - 60x potency level, ensuring effective results.

X Scale				C Scale						Ratio	Note
Ø				Ø						1:1	mother tincture (undiluted)
1X				—						1:10	described as low potency by homeopaths, 1x is not considered homeopathic and requires a prescription to use
2X				1C						1:100	called higher potency than 1X by homeopaths, 2x is considered the base lowest level of potency by homeopaths although the base material and active ingredients are in it's highest concentration in this form.
6X				3C						10−6	called higher potency than 2-5x by homeopaths, even though the active ingredient is less prevalent at this stage, homeopaths term this to be more potent that 1x through 5x based on the theory of "water memory" termed by homeopaths, while no scientific evidence supports this theory, clinical evidence has clashed against this repeatedly portraying that patients taking 6x have reportedly experienced the same effect and result as those on a 0 scale of pure mixture.
8X				4C						10−8	As the dilution reaches this level it begins to become nearly impossible for our current days technology labs to find the active ingredient from when it started.
12X				6C						10−12
24X				12C						10−24
60X				30C						10−60	This tier is where they find the homeopathic remedy to be at its own peak performance level, although scientific evidence portrays no support on its effectiveness since the original ingredient to be found would nearly be nonexistant.
400X				200C						10−400	Dilution of popular homeopathic flu remedy Oscillococcinum
Note: the "X scale" is also called "D scale". 1X = 1D, 2X = 2D, etc

Am I supposed to gain weight while on TOM? Should I do the diet at all? Should I take the drops?

In the book, "Pounds and Inches," which details the HCG diet protocol, Dr. A.T.W. Simeons recommends discontinuing the daily drops of human chorionic gonadotropin during menstruation. Many women dread this, as they believe that the lack of HCG, even for a few days, will disrupt their weight loss progress and cause their diet to fail. There is also no reason to believe that this is true, but there is also no reason to discontinue the diet drops. Your period will not be noticeably altered, although you may experience more severe cramping. Talk to your doctor about your concerns for advice specific to your situation.

Don't continue the drops during your period just because you're afraid you'll stop losing weight both pounds and inches and Dr. Simeons himself suggest that weight loss generally does not occur during menstruation whether you continue the injections or not. This is generally due to water retention and your weight loss should resume its typical 1/2 lb. per day progress within a day or two. It's typical to gain some water weight when TOM comes around. If you are worried about gaining you could try walking for 15 to 30 min a day. Doing that should help get rid of any extra water weight that may exist. Again make sure you talk to your doctor before doing any altering of your hcg diet and your TOM.

Who is Dr. A.T.W. Simeons?

More than 50 years ago, Dr. Albert T. Simeons, a British-born physician, contended that HCG injections would enable dieters to subsist comfortably on a 500-calorie-a-day diet. He claimed that HCG would mobilize stored fat; suppress appetite; and redistribute fat from the waist, hips, and thighs. He spent years studying patients suffering from obesity; which became the foundation of a weight loss program that used a medication called HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin), a hormone produced when a woman becomes pregnant. Dr. Simeons theorized that if HCG can utilize the body’s own fat reserves for nutrition to the body in periods of deprivation, then a small amount administered daily in non-pregnant women and men may assist in weight loss.

There is no scientific evidence to support these claims. Moreover, a 500-calorie (semi-starvation) diet is likely to result in loss of protein from vital organs, and HCG can cause other adverse effects. Dr. Simeon’s HCG diet has become a phenomenon among those who desire to lose weight quickly and efficiently. The news of how the HCG diet is helping overweight and obese people lose fat and inches without extensive amounts of strenuous exercise is all over the web, on television, in newspapers and magazines.

I've heard that the HCG diet starts with something called "loading days." What is that?

The emphasis here is on consuming foods high in FAT. You may eat whatever you want, but fats are what you need to focus on these loading days. Loading days are to help your body set up the new hCG in your system to start burning fat. You will want to eat or 'load up' on as many fatty foods as you can possibly stand. Dr. Simeons' Protocol states to 'eat to capacity' for those first 2 days on the hCG. The consequence if you don't has been for many to discover that their hunger is still there and can become uncomfortable. If you 'load' properly, you will find that the hCG begins right away to scavenge needed calories from your abnormal fat stores (the really annoying ones like in the gut) so that you feel no real hunger at all.

You DO need to take the hCG on loading days. The loading works with the hCG to prep your bod for the changes coming. There are two primary reasons for loading:1. The hCG effect of burning your abnormal fat stores for fuel does not kick in until the third dose, so eating 500 calories without this effect of hCG will cause you problems in terms of losing structural fat and being extremely hungry until it does kick in. 2. You need to replenish the structural fat stores that are usually depleted in dieting, assuming that you have dieted without hCG in the past.

Can I exercise while taking HCG?

You can exercise on the HCG diet but you will typically be advised not to exercise strenuously. The original HCG diet plan does not recommend vigorous exercise for you, because some studies show it may slow down your weight loss. Your level of fitness before going on the diet can help guide you in determining what is vigorous exercise for you.

A good rule of thumb while taking HCG diet drops is to listen to your body. When on a 500 calorie diet it can be hard to maintain a regular work out routine. So that is one of the reason's why it is suggested that you don't work out while on the diet. But if you want to work out just make sure that you are not pushing your body over board.

Well think about it, you need calories in order to support your energy levels. If you're following the diet, and exercising, you could cause yourself to get dizzy and exceed your body's energy requirements. I'd recommend just doing your weights to keep your tone, and skip the high energy cardio. Maybe just do 30 min of walking to get the lymph flow and digestion flowing, and do some toning work.

What if i cheated Big Time!? Can i get my HCG diet back on track?

Most people think that because they have cheated, the diet is not going to work. However, that is just not true. You still have the ability to lose a lot of weight. At the same rate you don't want to keep cheating either. That will likely keep you from losing the amount of weight that you want. The fact remains that people do cheat on the HCG diet. So if you do end up cheating that one time, you shouldn't let that ruin the rest of the diet for you - So definitely don't give up. You should continue with the HCG Diet as if nothing has happened.

If your gonna cheat do it right. The most important thing about cheating on the HCG diet is to pick the right food. Don't go off the deep end and eat a giant piece of cheesecake or a super-sized burger combo meal. There's a better way to cheat and give your taste buds a little vacation while still playing it safe. Some people have discovered HCG diet cheats that don't stall their weight loss at all. Here are some good cheats that won't kill the diet. Watermelon, Whole wheat crackers, Cottage cheese, Turkey, American Beef. Also if you want sweet try putting an apple or grapefruit heat up some pieces in the oven then sprinkle cinnamon. Its way good!

"What should I do if I cheat?" Presumably, if caved and pigged gave in and feel like giving up. Remember you're human, so not to worry. You just have to suck it up and go back on to work on your HCG diet. You can do it you just gotta use that good ole self control it just takes practice but i know you can do it!

Can i continue taking my medications while on the HCG diet?

Homeopathic HCG formulas do not interact with any medications, including allergy medications, birth control pills or even antidepressants. However. even though there are currently NO clinically proven side effects to our Homeopathic weight loss formula, as with any diet we have to legally recommend consulting with your doctor to make sure this diet is for you and will not conflict with any of your specific medications.

Once I finish my HCG diet what can i do to keep the weight off? What is Maintenance Phase?

The maintenance phase is the 3 week period after you finish your injections or diet drops. There are a few simple rules you must follow. First you must weigh yourself every day, you must remain within 2 pounds of your last in dose weight. You want to stay either above or below. Second you cannot eat sugars and starches. Third it is extremely important to eat enough protein on this phase, many people eat at least 100 grams of true protein. Then you want to try ti keep your calorie intake fairly low. You should try to stay in the range of about 1200 to 1800 calories.

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