Inadvertent Experiment

Two weeks ago I started another round of the HCG Protocol.

And as always the first few days were great,

losing 6 lbs.

A question arose in my mind

What would happen if you ate as you normally do while taking the HCG Drops?

I know that Dr Simeon did extensive research before reaching and conclusions 

and publishing his HCG Protocol 

but I am the type of person that 

really wants to try it herself.  

So me being the researcher that I am,

I decided to give it a try.

I wrote down in my journal everything I ate each day.

I ate like I would normally eat without being on the HCG Protocol.

Included, bread, pasta, sweets. etc.

Some days I ate only vegetables and fruits (healthy foods)

Other days I are more than I normally would, 

just for the sake of this experiment.

My conclusions, 

It is possible to lose a few pounds on the HCG protocol 

without making changes however the loss is minimal at best.

I learned that while eating all the bread, pasta, sweets etc

my body felt sluggish and I has a loss of energy.

On the days that I ate mostly vegetables and fruit, 

I lost 2+ lbs.

On the days that I overate (yes even on the veggie and fruit day) (1500 or more cals)

I invariably had a slight weight gain.

I did a couple of days without drinking the required amount of water 

and found myself bloated the next day.

When eating sweets, 

I found that it made me hungrier!

So I basically learned that yes, while doing the HCG Drops,

you should stick to the protocol if you want to lose 

a LOT of weight.

As I have stated before,

every person is different.

We all have a different metabolism.

In my case, I have to eat 800-1000 calories a day

for the protocol to be most effective for me. 

Since first being introduced to HCG 

I have lost a total of 45lbs.

This Program does work if you follow the protocol.

I am giving my body a week's respite 

form the abuse I gave it 

over the past two weeks

and will begin another round 

next Monday.

Would you like to join me?

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Chicken Broccoli Soup Phase 2

Chicken Broccoli Soup

2 c. cooked broccoli
2 c. water
100 g. chicken
1 clove garlic
salt & pepper
onion powder

Puree 1 cup of broccoli in a food processor. Chop other cup into small pieces. Set aside. Chop chicken into small pieces. Boil in 2 cups water until done. Add in seasonings and broccoli. Heat well and add additional seasonings to taste.

Hamburger Miracle Rice Stir Fry Phase 2

Hamburger "Miracle Rice" Stir Fry

• 1 lb extra lean hamburger
• 2 cups sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup sliced water chestnuts
• l pkg Lipton Onion Soup Mix
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tbls low sodium soy sauce
• 1 package "Mircale Rice"
• 3 cups chopped bok choi

Brown ground beef, drain. Add soup mix, water, soy sauce and Miracle Rice..

Let simmer for about 5 mins

Add other ingredients. Simmer for a few minutes while stirring.

Makes 4 servings.

This is what I made for MY dinner tonight. 

The rest of the family wanted sloppy joes...

After they smelled mine cooking, they wanted to try it too!

It was a big hit.

I realize that some will consider this "rogue" for Phase 2

due to the soy sauce.

Use your own discretion! 

Spice That Are Good For You

Most dried herbs and spices are low in calories, providing about 4 to 7 calories per teaspoon. So feel free to use them even if you are following a low-calorie regimen. Some are surprisingly good sources of nutrients. Paprika is an excellent source of vitamin A, parsley is rich in vitamin C, cumin is an unexpected source of iron, and caraway seeds even contribute a little calcium to your diet.

New research findings suggest that several herbs are also rich sources of antioxidants that may possibly prevent the growth of cancer cells and protect delicate arteries from oxidizing damage that begins the buildup of plaque. Among them: allspice, basil, clove, coriander, dill, fennel leaves, mint, nutmeg, parsley, rosemary, and sage.

Aside from their nutrient and antioxidant contents, there are many health claims made for individual herbs. Here are but a few: Mint relieves gas and nausea; cinnamon enhances insulin's activity; oregano has antiseptic properties; sage contains compounds that act as antibiotics; thyme is said to relieve cramps. 

Cayenne pepper brings heat with its main ingredient, capsaicin, that helps burn fat and suppress appetite. It also increases metabolism, causing the body to burn more calories,

Cinnamon reduces blood sugar and LDL cholesterol (the bad kind). Studies show that this treat can boost metabolism and increase insulin levels, lowering the chance of pre-diabetes.

Not only does black pepper improve digestion, it also helps burn fat at a faster rate. In fact, black pepper can "potentially burn as many calories as walking for 20 minutes,

Turmeric, a bright orange spice commonly found in India, helps break down fat and regulate the body's metabolism.

ginger can suppress appetite, aid digestion, remove toxins and raise the temperature of the body to boost metabolism

Cumin helps the digestive process and production of energy while boosting the immune system. It may also help those with asthma, arthritis, kidney disease and colon cancer, according to some research.

Fennel can be used to help with bloating, flatulence, mild digestive spasms, catarrh, and coughs. It also has antimicrobal, antispadmodic, and anti inflammatory properties.

Garlic is also known to help stimulate the immune system, and to help in fighting cancer. Well documented health benefits include lowering cholesterol,fighting infections, and reducing blood pressure. 

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Are you doing it right?

Some dieters may wondering why they are not losing like they expected to lose? 
Here's some possible reasons.

Expectations not realistic: The majority of participants will lose an average of just under a pound a day. This means that some people lose more than a pound (usually large males) and some lose as little as .2 pounds average per day. If your scale is registering a loss of any size, you are NOT in a stall. Women especially tend to lose in a stair-step fashion. Many times you are losing inches when you are not losing weight. 

Stationary Period: The first is the one that has already been mentioned in which the weight stays stationary for a day or two, and this occurs, particularly towards the end of a course, in almost every case.

Plateaus: A plateau lasts 4-6 days and frequently occurs during the second half of a full course, particularly in patients that have been doing well and whose overall average of nearly a pound per effective injection have been maintained. Those who are losing more than the average will all have a plateau sooner or later. A plateau always corrects itself, but many patients who have become accustomed to a regular daily loss get unnecessarily worried. No amount of explanation convinces them that a plateau does not mean that they are no longer responding normally to treatment.

Dietary Errors
“Any interruption of the normal loss of weight which does not fit perfectly into one of those categories is always due to some possibly very minor dietary error. Similarly, any gain of more than 100 grams is invariably the result of some transgression or mistake, unless it happens on or about the day of ovulation or during the three days preceding the onset of menstruation, in which case it is ignored. In all other cases the reason for the gain must be established at once.”

Not following the plan to the “T”
o Not enough fluids
o Not enough calories
o Too many calories
o Eating foods not specified by Dr. S.
o Using beverages not allowed
o Adding fats and sugars

Hidden oils/fats and sugar
Re-check your personal care products, household products or products that you use in your work situations for hidden ingredients.

Sauteed ground beef over shirataki noodles

Sauteed ground beef over shirataki noodles 

HCG Phase 2

Ground Beef 
Onion,
Garlic,
Chopped Tomatoes,
Zucchini,
Bell Pepper,
Garlic Powder,
Salt & Pepper to tast 
Shirataki Noodles 

Sauteed ground beef ( or chicken or turkey) drain the oil, rub the beef on a paper towel, add back to the pan with a little onion, garlic, chopped tomatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, garlic powder, s/p. Put over shirataki noodles. Fantastic and filling.

Garlic Spinach Saute Phase 2

Garlic Spinach Saute 

Spinach
½ cup chicken broth or water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced onion
2 cloves garlic crushed and minced
¼ teaspoon onion powder
Pinch red pepper flakes

Preparation:

Sauté the onion and garlic lightly in frying pan with a little water and lemon juice until soft. Add fresh garlic and spices. Stir in fresh spinach leaves and cook lightly. Serve with your favorite chicken or fish dish. Makes 1-2 servings (1 vegetable)

Chile Chicken Phase 2

Chile Chicken

100g chicken
1 T red chile paste
1 T Apple Cider Vinager
3 cloves minced garlic
1 t oregano
1/2 t granulated sugar substitute
Salt
Crushed red pepper (optional)
In zip lock bag, add all ingredients except chicken.

Preparation:

Sprinkle chicken with salt and add the chicken to bag.
Seal & shake to coat.
Place in refrigerator to marinate at least 1 hr.
Cook chicken on George Foreman or under broiler until done.
Top with crushed red pepper (optional) and serve.

TIP: This tastes great served fresh from the grill with a veggie, or even shredded in tomato soup.

Chicken Broccoli Casserole Phase 2

Chicken Broccoli Casserole

Ingredients:

1 lb. chicken breast, cubed
2 c. chicken broth
8 c. broccoli florets
3 ribs celery with leaves, chopped
½ med. onion, chopped
1 t. dried parsley
½ t. dried thyme
½ t. dried marjoram
Salt and pepper to taste

Procedure:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees
Lightly mist a 9×13” baking dish with olive oil pan spray. Layer cubed chicken evenly in bottom
of baking dish. Layer broccoli, celery, and onion evenly over top of chicken. Sprinkle herbs, salt
and pepper over all. Pour chicken broth over. Cover with foil and bake for 1-1 ½ hours, until
chicken is tender and no longer pink.

Makes 4….2 ½ c. servings
Calories: 205 per serving Fat: 3g.

Cucumber Apple Mint Salad Phase 2

Cucumber Apple Mint Salad

Ingredients:

4 med. cucumber, peeled and diced
1 med. apple, grated or diced
¼ c. Fat Free plain yogurt
1 med. lemon, juiced
12 mint leaves, thinly sliced
Salt and pepper to taste

Procedure:

In a medium bowl; combine cucumber, apple, yogurt, lemon juice, and mint. Stir well to mix.
Add salt and pepper to taste. Chill until serving.

Makes 4 servings of ¾ cup each
Calories: 32 Fat: Trace

Chicken Cabbage Chili Phase 2

Chicken Cabbage Chili

Ingredients:

1 lb. chicken breast, cooked and shredded
12 c. shredded cabbage
8 c. chicken broth
1 (14oz.) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 clove garlic, minced
½ med. onion, chopped
1 ½ t. chili powder
1 ½ t. cumin
Salt and pepper to taste

Procedure:

In a large stock pot, add cabbage, broth, tomatoes and chilies, garlic, and onion. Bring to a boil;
add spices and reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered, stirring often, until cabbage is tender.
Add cooked and shredded chicken at last few minutes of cooking to heat through.
Makes 4 servings; 3 ½ cups each
Calories: 187 per serving Fat: 3g.

Chicken Fajita Soup Phase 2

Chicken Fajita Soup

Ingredients:

1 lb. chicken, cooked and shredded
6 c. chicken broth
4 lrg. Zucchini, sliced
1 (14oz.) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 med. onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 T. Fajita or other Mexican seasoning
¼ c. fresh snipped cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste

Procedure:

In a large stock pot combine chicken broth, zucchini, and tomatoes with chilies, onion, garlic,
and seasoning. Bring to a boil over medium-high; reduce heat. Simmer covered for 15-20
minutes or until zucchini is tender. Stir in cooked chicken; heat through. Just before serving stir
in snipped cilantro.

Makes 4 servings of 2 ½ cups each
Calories: 190 per serving Fat: 3g.

****Note****   The tortilla chip in the photo is for aesthetic purposes only and should NOT be eaten during Phase 2 of the HCG Protocol. 

Sweet & Sour Chicken Recipe Phase 2

Sweet & Sour Chicken Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

100 Grams chicken breast
1/2 Orange w/ rind
1/2 lemon w/ rind
1 cup water
1 tablespoon Bragg’s liquid amino’s
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon minced onion
1 tablespoon lemon and/or orange zest
Dash of garlic powder
Dash of onion powder
1 tablespoon hot sauce
Cayenne pepper to taste
Salt and pepper to taste
Stevia to taste

Directions

In a frying pan or small saucepan place 1/2 orange and 1/2 lemon with the rind in water and boil until pulp comes out of the rind. Remove rinds from the water and scrp out remaining pulp and juice with a spoon. Add spices, onion and stevia to taste. Add chicken and cook until liquid is reduced by approximately half and desired consistency is achieved. Add onion and garlic powders which act as slight thickening agent. Serve hot and garnish with lemon or orange.
Makes 1 serving of Protein and 1 serving of fruit.
Phase 3 can add pineapple and bell peppers.

Cinnamon Grapefruit Phase 2

Cinnamon Grapefruit

• 1/2 grapefruit
• Cinnamon (to taste)
• Stevia (to taste)

To make the HCG cinnamon grapefruit, take a knife around the inside peel of the grapefruit so that it cuts out the grapefruit from the peel.  Separate the sections and place in a bowl. (It's best if the grapefruit is really juicy. If it's not, sprinkle with a bit of water to moisten.) Sprinkle with HCG safe stevia and cinnamon. Toss, them place back into grapefruit peel. Broil for about 3-5 minutes until caramelized, enjoy this HCG recipe warm.  This HCG recipe counts as 1 HCG fruit serving.

This is also great served with Fage 0% Yogurt!

Jazz up your food!

Want to jazz up your food on the HCG Diet? Peppers are a great way to do it. They are a FREE food in terms of calories. They have lost of other great health benefits too!

HEALTH BENEFITS OF EATING SPICY FOOD

1. Helps in Losing Weight: Hot peppers contain Capsaicin which can speed up metabolism and help the body burn calories faster. This is because Capsaicin increases your body temperature and contributes to an increase in your heart rate. Furthermore, studies have shown that people who eat spicy foods eat smaller portions which can reduce their calories intake.

2. Good for heart: Hot peppers may help to improve heart health by improving the body's ability to dissolve blood clots. Research has shown that low-density cholesterol (LDL or bad cholestrol) resisted oxidation for a longer period of time (which can clog your arteries) when chili was added to the diet, thus reducing the heart stroke risk. The capsaicin in peppers also fights inflammation, which has been identified as a risk factor for heart disease. Additionally statistics show that cultures that eat spicy foods frequently have a much lower rate of heart attack and stroke.

3. Improved circulation: Spicy foods also promote good circulation, and they appear to lower blood pressure. When you eat spicy food, your body's temperature is raised; therefore, it increases your blood flow and gets your heart pumping. Peppers help strengthen the blood vessel walls as they are high in vitamin A and C.

4. Anti cancer: Many studies have shown that regular consumption of chilies and curry decrease the risk of cancer. Capsaicin slows the growth of cancer cells and in some cases, even causes the cancer cells to die off without harming the surrounding cells. In countries where diets are traditionally high in capsaicin like India and Mexico, people tend to have lower rates of some cancers.

5. Improved digestion: Spices also improve your digestion because they increase the hydrochloric secretion of your stomach. This in turn will increase blood flow to the stomach and even increase the mucous lining. Capsaicin also helps to kill bacteria like H. pylori and help to prevent or cure stomach ulcers. However, if you get heartburn from spicy foods, try taking an antacid relief tablet which will neutralize acids in the stomach.

6. Arthritis: Turmeric (haldi) reduces joint inflammation and bone destruction in people. Circumin present in turmeric helps to alleviate the pain associated with arthritis.

7. Cold and Flu: Capasicin promotes sweating and eases the discomfort of cold and flu symptoms. It also helps to open up the nasal passages. It may also reduce sinusitis, and other flu symptoms.

8. Improved Sleep Pattern: Australian researchers have found that people who regularly consumed spicy meals fell asleep more easily. They also woke up easier and had more energy throughout the day.

9. Mood lifter: Chili peppers boost the level of endorphins and serotonin that dulls pain and give us a feeling of well being. It can act as a depression fighter and powerful stress reliever.

10. Improves breathing: Hot peppers act as an expectorant, and can help people with asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, sinusitis, and other respiratory conditions breathe easier. Hot peppers can help you to breathe better by opening up clogged nasal passages.

However, it is important to take spicy foods moderately especially if you have sensitive stomach or you simply have a low tolerance for them. Learn to have your food spicy and hot and enjoy the amazing heath benefits of spicy foods.

Spanish Chicken Soup Recipe Phase 2

Spanish Chicken Soup Recipe  Phase 2 

Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

3.5 ounces chicken breast
1/2 can diced tomatoes (sugar free, low sodium)
1 jalapeno
1-2 tablespoon cilantro
1-2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 green onion
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
6 drops lemon Stevia
1 cup beef broth
1 cup water

Directions

In a small pot add beef broth, water, chicken, jalapeno (put two knife slits in pepper) and garlic salt. Remove pepper after about 5 minutes or taste broth to make sure it has a little flavor of jalapeno. 
Cook chicken through and remove from broth, let cool and shred with fingers. Put tomatoes, cilantro, and a 1-3 inch piece of the pepper in blender. Pulse until creamy. Add puree to broth and simmer a few minutes over med heat. Lower heat to med-low, add chicken, green onion, lemon juice, stevia and vinegar. Simmer 10-15 minutes. Garnish with fresh green onion and cilantro.

Makes 1 Serving

Salad Dressings Phase 2

Salad Dressings

Vinaigrette Dressing

1/4 c. apple cider vinegar

1/2 c. water

2 shakes celery salt

2 shakes onion salt

ground pepper to taste

20 drops clear stevia

2 packets stevia

Combine ingredients, pour into jar, and refrigerate.

Lemon Dressing

1/4 c. apple cider vinegar

1 c. water

1 T. fresh lemon juice

25 drops clear stevia

1 packet of stevia

Combine ingredients, pour into jar, and refrigerate.

Citrus Dressing

1/4 c. apple cider vinegar

1 c. water

1 T. fresh lemon juice

15 drops clear stevia

10 drops Apricot Nectar flavored stevia

1 packet of stevia

1/4 t. Chinese Style Five Spice (optional)

1.4 t. garlic salt (optional)

Combine ingredients, pour into jar, and refrigerate.

Frozen Fage Yogurt and Fruit Phase 2

 During my last round of the HCG Protocol, 

I discovered this simple 

yet delicious idea!

I can't believe it took me this long!

Almost feels as though you are cheating! 

1 cup Fage 0% Greek Yogurt

Handful of berries

(strawberries or blueberries)

Mix

Freeze

Enjoy

Peppered Shrimp & Cucumber Salad Phase 2

Peppered Shrimp & Cucumber Salad  

• 100 grams of Pre-cooked Shrimp 
• 2 cloves of Garlic, Minced
• ½ of a Lemon, Juiced
• ¼ teaspoon Turmeric
• ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
• ¼ teaspoon Salt
• ½ teaspoon Pepper

To make the HCG Safe Lemon Peppered Shrimp Salad by mixing together the minced garlic, black pepper, salt, cumin, and red pepper flacks in a bowl. Place the shrimp in the mixture, cover and refrigerate to allow spices to marinate for 1 hour. Cut cucumber into bite-size pieces add to shrimp mixture. Serve this HCG Safe Shrimp recipe with fresh squeezed lemon juice over the top. 

. This HCG recipe counts as 1 HCG protein serving, 1 HCG vegetable serving, and part of your daily allotted lemon juice.

Love Handles vs Muffin Top

Are they "love handles" or a "muffin top?" 

Muffin Tops are usually associated with women, but men have them too! You don't have to be "fat" to have a muffin top, it's actually that little bit of flesh you have at your sides or under your belly button that sometimes hangs over when you wear your "skinny" jeans.
Muffin Tops hang over all the way around your body.. front and rear.

"Skinny" people have muffin tops too!

It's really just about where your pants fall on your body and how tight the waistband is and the tightness of the shirt you are wearing.

Men tend to call them "love handles"
Love Handles may sound (and feel) warm and delicious,
but for most people, it's one of the hardest places to lose weight.
The two fatty deposits that hang over the back of your jeans are usually considered "love handles"

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Day 2 Results

Down another 1.4 lbs

3lbs in only two days!

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Baked Apple Chips Phase 2

 Baked Apple Chips

Great for when you need a crunchy snack!

1 apple

1 tsp cinnamon

stevia to taste

lemon juice

Preheat oven to 215 degrees.

Slice apple and place on cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.

Sprinkle lemon juice, cinnamon and stevia on slices.

Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes

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 Particularly since there are millions of HCG sites not related to the HCG diet. 

Not all HCG diet programs are created equal either. 

Over the last few months, Internet marketing companies have flooded the Internet with fake and junk "HCG." Since diet HCG is NOT regulated, they will make any claims to sell you what is essentially bottles with only water and alcohol in it. Their websites look 100% legitimate, but what they are selling is not. Their testimonials are fake and the claims are FALSE. 

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Spicy Taco Salad Phase 2

 Spicy Taco Salad

Spicy Taco Salad

2 c. Romaine Lettuce

100 grams 93% Fat Free Ground Beef

1/4 t. Garlic Salt

1/4 t. Chili Seasoning

2 Onion flavored Melba Toast rounds

Vinaigrette Dressing 

Prepare ground beef on George Foreman grill. Crumble beef and mix in garlic salt and chili seasoning. Top lettuce with ground beef mixture. Spray or spoon on Vinaigrette Dressing and sprinkle with crumbled Melba rounds.

Servings: 1 protein, 1 vegetable

Diet Salsa Phase 2

  HCG Salsa

• 1 chopped Tomato
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
• 1/4 tsp Oregano
• 2 cloves Garlic, Crushed
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• Fresh Chopped Cilantro
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Pepper

To make this HCG safe salsa, chop ingredients and mix together in a bowl. Add remaining spices and chill in refrigerator overnight for the best HCG salsa ever! This HCG recipe is safe from Phase 2 of the HCG Diet. This HCG recipe counts as 1 HCG vegetable servings and some of your daily allotted amount of lemon juice.