Frequently AskedQuestions
How Are the Injections Given? You will be given pre-filled and pre- prepared HCG syringes with a small amount,only 125 IUs, of HCGwithin each syringe.
for you to consume all the calories each day so that you do not lose muscle only abnormal fat. Can I exercise? Do not exercise. Adding exercisemay force your body to go into starvationmode and can negatively impact your success with the diet. Stay active by walking or doing a few sit-ups or push-ups a day if needed. Exercise will cause you to burn calories and cause your hunger to increase. Can I consume alcohol on the HCG diet? The original diet protocol by Dr. Simeon does not mention alcohol at all. In general, alcohol provides unwanted calories. If however one must have a drink, simple vodka or tequila can be consumed once or twice throughout the protocol. Will I lose 1 to 2 pounds every day? On average, yes. Please note, however, that weight-loss can occur in a stepwise fashion. One may lose 1 or 2 pounds and then notice a plateau or even an increase in weight. Don’t worry, this is not uncommon; overall you should see a 15 pound weight loss or more by the end of the program. I’m having problems with constipation on the protocol. What should I do? It is not uncommon to have a bowel movement every 2 to 4 days while on
You will also be given alcohol swabs to clean your skin at each injection site.
the protocol. If you are having problems with constipation, drink tea to treat constipation like Get Regular or Smooth Move. Prepare the tea at night before bedtime allowing it to seep a full 15 minutes; squeeze the tea bag thoroughly and then consume. Remember to drink a lot of water every daywhile on the HCG diet. If I cannot use my usual moisturizer on my skin because it contains oils, what can I use? On the HCG diet even topical fats, as in lotions, deodorants and lip balms, are not allowed as they can be absorbed through the skin and used for fuel, instead of your abnormal fat, leading to less weight loss. Try using mineral oil or Vaseline. Both of these products are not absorbed through the skin so they will not interfere with the results of your HCG diet. Even your deodorant should be oil-free. Try using crystal deodorant found in drugstores and Health food stores.
You will then be instructed on how to safely return your syringes to the office for proper medical disposal. The HCG injection itself is quite easily and painlessly self administered. Practice injections will be demonstrated in the office. You may inject yourself in the stomach (the best site), the buttocks, the thighs, or the arms (the second best site). What happens if I forget to give myself an injection? As soon as you remember, give yourself the injection that day. If you go an entire daywithout injecting yourself then do not add a second injection the next day. It is best to inject yourself at the same time each day. Is it OK to skip a meal or a protein at one of my meals? No. Never skip a meal. It is important
Patient Spotlight
I lost over 30pounds!
“I recently completed the HCG weight loss program with Dr. O. It was a a great experience and helped me to lose just over 30 pounds. I would highly recommend this program.”
- Andy D.
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