Did you know? by Sonia Russell author of the "800 Calorie Protocol"

Did you know that dieters that maintain a positive attitude towards their weight loss LOSE MORE WEIGHT?

Did you know that dieters that have a great diet coaching support team will lose MORE weight then those that don't?

Did you know that Apple Cider Vinegar, the star condiment on the hCG diet has been scientifically PROVEN to assist in the release of FAT, much similar to the action of grapefruit?

Did you know that skipping breakfast can cause the body to store fat?

Did you know that a Total Body Detox Cleanse will speed Phase 2 losses? A Detox Cleanse targeting the liver, colon and all the vitals organs within the body assists in removing toxins from the foods that we eat. These toxins include: pesticides, herbicides, antibiotics, preservatives and additives that can slow down weight loss or prevent weight loss. A Cleanse allows for better digestion and absorption of nutrients via the intestine. Dieters have reported losses of 5-10 more pounds by the end of their round by beginning a 2 week colon cleanse prior to starting Phase 2 of the hCG VLCD

Did you know the components of GRAPEFRUIT JUICE believed to be clinically active are also found in limes, pumellos, and Seville oranges? Grapefruit, one of the 4 allowable fruits on the hCG diet protocol interacts with many medications.

Did you know that food cravings while on P2 may be due to a lack of adequate nutrition? Simply taking a multi-vitamin/mineral supplement will reduce cravings, increase energy and prevent weakness, fatigue, hair loss and improve moisture of the skin.

Did you know that calcium and vitamin D3 help to protect your lean muscle tissue and metabolism while on a VLCD? Always check with your physician before starting a new supplement.

Did you know that GRAPEFRUIT interacts with many prescription medications? Always inform your doctor when taking any new supplements or starting a restricted calorie diet. Here are the most common:
Examples of grapefruit-medication interactions
**Thyroid Medications***
Anti-anxiety-Buspirone (BuSpar)
Anti-arrhythmia-Amiodarone (Cordarone)
Antidepressant-Sertraline (Zoloft)
Antihistamine-Fexofenadine (Allegra)
Anti-retroviral-Saquinavir (Invirase), indinavir (Crixivan)
Anti-seizure-Carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Tegretol)
Calcium channel blocker-Nifedipine (Procardia), nimodipine (Nimotop), nisoldipine (Sular)
Statins-Simvastatin (Zocor), lovastatin (Mevacor), atorvastatin (Lipitor)
Erectile dysfunction drugs, Sedatives triazolam, midazolam and diazepam

Did you know that taking Magnesium citrate 300mg daily will help prevent sugar cravings?

Did you know you can prevent hair loss when on a VLCD just by taking a good multi-vitamin/mineral (vitamins A-Z)?. I cannot stress enough how important this is in providing adequate nutrients to your tissues, cells, organs and your HAIR FOLLICLES.

Did you know that your weight gain could be the result of an unknown food sensitivity or intolerance? A food sensitivities or intolerance will decrease the metabolism of food which can result in excess bloating, gas, and possible weight gain.

Did you know that research obtained from Yale University suggest that dieters who take calcium supplements lose up to 500% more weight than those that do not? Researchers also found that dieters that take vitamin D lose up to 300% more weight and melt significantly more belly fat than those that do not.

Did you know that microwaving your food while on a VLCD is not recommended or to be avoided as much as possible? This is because studies have shown the majority of nutrient rich vegetables such as asparagus and brocolli, which contain an abundance of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants are zapped right out from microwaving.

Did you know that researchers found that viruses such as the common cold or flu can cause the storage of fat and water as a means of protecting you? Fortunately this is just temporary - only through the duration of your illness.

Did you know that there is a big difference between whey protein ISOLATE VS whey protein CONCENTRATE? Whey protein isolate only contains 1% lactose and is gentler on the tummy then whey protein concentrate that contains 30% lactose which can cause excess gas, intestinal inflammation and bloating.

Did you know that Dr. Oz recently touted the supplement Calcium pyruvate as one of the best natural fat burners? Calcium pyruvatet yields no side effects because pyruvic acid is already made in the human body, but in higher levels will assist in burning more fat and calories. Take it in the morning with breakfast in phase 2! Always check with your doctor before starting a new supplement.

Did you know that you can store FAT if you do not get at least 7 hours of SLEEP each night? A hormone already made in the human body called Gherlin is released in higher amounts within the bloodstream that causes the body to store fat.

Did you know that Braggs LIQUID AMINOS is loaded with Sodium? 1.5 tsp = 480MG OF SODIUM. A sure fire recipe for water retention!

Did you know that most women experience a heavier menses while on the hCG diet? Others will be irregular or spot for a few weeks. A small percentage of dieters will miss their period entirely. Women with an IUD that don't get a period will experience PMS symptoms and some may even experience light spotting. Menopausal women that haven't had TOM in years have reported intermittent spotting on occassion.

Did you know that Fat Free products make you fat? They contain artificially man made flavor enhancers and ingredients that are pumped into foods to make them taste better. These artificial ingredients are very hard for the body to digest and slow down weight loss. In addition, many people buy fat free products thinking they are being healthy. WRONG! They wind up eating the whole box, or package instead of one serving. The sugar alcohol alone in these products is monumental. Full fat is much healthier for you in moderation and especially when on a VLCD. The body can metabolize full fat much more efficiently and doesnt leave toxic residue within the colon.

Did you know that low hormone output and a slowed metabolism are directly related? Menopausal women and those with low hormone output due to surgical hysterectomy have very low levels of reproductive female hormones in their body.When these hormone levels decline, so does metabolism. The good news is that hCG will raise the hormones (estrogen and progesterone) on a small scale, thereby improving their losses and raising metabolism. This is why the hCG diet is PERFECT for women with low hormone production.

Did you know that those who admit their cheats will reach their desired goal weight?

Did you know that sex will assist in curbing late night hunger and help you lose weight?

Did you know that most dieters don't know if their weight scale is accurate? Placing a 5 pound free weight on your scale will give you an accurate weight measurement.

Did you know that self-control acts just like a muscle? The more you resist temptation, the stronger your will-power and self control will be for that moment and in the future.

Did you know that if you brush your teeth right after eating you will be less likely to still feel hungry?

Did you know there is a 7-14% mortality rate within 90 days of Bariatric surgery?

Did you know that drinking green tea 6 times a day will help reduce cardiovascular disease?

Did you know that you should be losing 1% body fat per week on P2?

Did you know that Probiotics taken 3 times per day will reduce intestinal bloating and inflammation and reduce water retention?

Did you know that if you don’t drink enough water every day that your body will actually store water as a way of protecting you? Up to 2-3 pounds! Drink 3 quarts of water or tea daily when on the hCG diet. Every ounce counts!

Did you know that in order to make most bread and starches gluten-free without compromising the taste, that many food-makers add in extra fat and sugar? Gluten free products also have less fiber. You will not have too much difficulty fat loading with a gluten-free diet?

Did you know that a rapid insulin spike which is caused by a "cheat" can lower your immune system leaving you vulnerable to catch all sorts of viruses?

Did you know that the color blue suppresses the appetite?Use blue plates folks and put your red plates away, as the color red can stimulate appetite and hunger?

Did you know that whey protein isolate assists in burning fat and curbing the appetite and also targets fat loss in the hips and thighs?

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800 Calorie Protocol

The Best Diet's Ultimate HCG Recipe book

Phase 3 HCG Diet: Successful Stabilizatio Plan

HCG Diet: What is a Stall? by Sonia Russell

A weight loss stall while on phase 2 of the hCG diet can occur even when you have followed the diet strict and have been perfect on protocol days before. You rush to the scale in the morning, so excited to see how much weight you have lost... and to your surprise, the scale has not moved. Everyone will experience their first stall somewhere between day 8 and day 11.

Why does a stall occur when you have been so strict and staying on protocol? After the first week on Phase 2, it is common for the body to fight you in dropping more weight. Your body is catching up with the rapid weight loss from the first 7-10 days which is where you will lose the most weight. Ignore this stall and move forward by staying POP (perfect on protocol) and the losses will come. They always do. Keep in mind that what you don’t see on the scale, you are losing in inches so it is best to keep accurate recorded measurements at least every 3 days.

Stalls can last anywhere from 1 day up to 5 days of no weight loss. A stall beyond 5 days is usually an indicator of another issue such as excess salt -induced water retention, constipation, lactose intolerance, menses, illness, prescription medications or eating off protocol.

If your stall does not break after 3 days of staying POP, you may try one of my stall breakers.

The challenges of losing weight are definitely frustrating at times. We all go through the highs and lows and try to accept what we see on the scale, even if it not in our favor. A stall is expected and is part of the program. Also, It is very important to remain positive about your weight loss .Studies have shown that dieters who maintain a positive attitude about their weight loss actually lose more weight. Dieters that have a good coaching support system will also lose more weight and obtain their weight loss goals. A weight loss stall is expected so keep your chin up, move forward and then downward.

New HCG Diet Plateau Breaker  by Sonia E. Russell

Here are the best HCG Diet  plateau breaking tips that have been found to be very effective when following the hCG Diet Protocol. Many of the plateau breakers listed can be utilized in both Phase 2 and 3.

NEW! Cantaloupe Plateau Breaker: At bedtime, eat half of a medium sized cantaloupe (make sure to cut it yourself) and drink 1 full glass of water right before you lay down to sleep. You should lose between 0.5-3 pounds the following morning. Eating cantaloupe assists in pulling water out of the fat cell and this action works best while you are asleep. For dieters on the 500 calorie protocol, the 1/2 cantaloupe at bedtime will be your second fruit of the day. For dieters on the 800 calorie protocol, the 1/2 cantaloupe at bedtime will be your third fruit of the day. There is a 99% success rate for both protocols in P2. It really works!

NEW! Take Calcium pyruvate 3000 mg daily in the morning with food. Pyruvic acid is a natural substance already made in the human body. Higher levels of pyruvic acid in the bloodstream assist in calorie and fat burning and helps to boost metabolism for the entire day. For P2 and P3.

NEW! Ask your prescribing hCG diet weight  loss physician to increase your hCG dosage by 25 IU's daily until you lose weight and then resume the original dosage once the plateau has been broken.Do not increase your hCG dosage without the permission of your prescribing doctor. For P2.

NEW! Drink Oolong, Black and Green Tea as they are made from the Camellia sinensius plant. There are only 3 types of real tea that have significant health benefits - black, green and oolong, all which increase metabolism and burn fat. For P2 and P3.

NEW! Get enough sleep. Many dieters have reported that not enough sleep has reflected little or no weight loss on the following day. The reason this occurs is if you do not get at least 7 hours of sleep each night, especially on phase 3 when the body is stabilizing your metabolic rate, the body will increase the production of the hormone gherlin which increases appetite and slows down metabolism. For P2 and P3.

NEW! Intense exercise is not needed for success on the HCG diet. If you are on the 500 calorie protocol and have been lifting weights, consider limiting your workouts to just walking on a treadmill for 30 minutes a day. Resistance training builds lean muscle mass. Lean muscle weighs more than fat and may skew your weight loss on the scale. Dieters following the 800 calorie hCG diet protocol may particpate in some light resistance training or 30 minutes of low impact aerobics only as tolerated. However, it is best to wait until you have finished the Phase 2 HCG therapy. For P2.

Increase your fluid intake to 3 quarts per day. Additional fluids will assist in promoting adequate digestion, help prevent constipation and may help to flush out toxins and fat. If you are not drinking enough water daily, your body will store water as a means of protection. For P2 and P3.

Try increasing your protein by half an ounce. You may not be eating enough calories per day. Avoid consuming less than 500 calories daily because your body may store fat or you may not lose any weight. In some cases you may actually gain. For P2.

Limit eating red meat to only 1 or 2 times per week. Red meat digests slowly in the bowel and may slow down weight loss. For P2 and P3.

Make sure you are not using garlic salt or salt substitutes. Garlic powder and sea salt are acceptable. Products such as Mrs. Dash and No Salt are forbidden. For P2.

Do not mix green vegetables. For example; do not mix asparagus and cabbage together. However, you can mix vegies in your salad such as lettuce, tomato, and onion. Just remember that green vegetables should not be mixed. For P2.

Discontinue Grissini bread sticks, Melba toast and Wasa crackers. For P2.

Do not eat the same protein, vegetable or fruit more than once in the same day. For example; do not eat tilapia for lunch and dinner or half a grapefruit for breakfast and the other half for lunch. Metabolism increases when the body has different foods to break down and digest. For P2 and P3.

Make sure there are no antibiotics, flavor enhancers or added rib meat in your chicken or other protein sources. For P2 and P3.

Do not eat any canned food products. Many canned food products contain high fructose corn syrup, preservatives and flavor enhancers that may slow down weight loss. For P2 and P3.

Make sure you buy your proteins raw and without any marinades. For P2 and P3.

For women, your menstrual cycle may cause a water weight gain of 2-5 pounds. Be aware of the date of your last menstrual cycle and never begin the hCG diet right when you start your period. For P2.

If you are not having regular bowel movements, a fiber supplement such as over the counter Senna is highly recommended to be taken daily. It is possible to hold 5 or more pounds of stool in the colon. High protein  low fat diets most often will cause constipation. If you have not had a bowel movement for 5 days, an over the counter laxative suppository should be taken. If you do not experience relief then please contact your doctor's office for further instruction.

Raw Unfiltered Organic Apple Cider Vinegar is the star condiment on this diet. If you suffer from acid reflux or just dislike the taste, consider taking Apple Cider Vinegar Capsules found at most health food stores. ACV has been scientifically proven to release fat within the body and contains similar properties that have been found in grapefruit. For P2.

Dr. Simeons "apple day". Reduce your fluid intake by 1 quart and eat 6 apples throughout the day. This method typically eliminate excess fluids in the body and most dieters will lose about 2 pounds. This method is not recommended to be followed on a regular basis. For P3.

Dr. Simeons "steak day". Drink as much fluid as possible throughout the day and then enjoy a large steak for dinner. You may have 1 tomato and an apple with your steak. Many dieters have reported a weight loss of about 2 pounds the following day.For P3.

By Courtney Washburn Mullins, Sandra Uldrick and 2 others in HCG Diet 800 Calorie Protocol

HCG Diet 800 Calorie Protocol -Updates

Please download a copy of my 800 calorie protocol. It is very important to have all of the information and tools readily accessible to maximum weight loss results.

http://www.rebekahspureliving.com/hcg/oral-hcg-drops/hcg-diet-800-calorie-protocol-ebook

The HCG Diet 800 Calorie Protocol was developed over 4 years ago with my team of medical professionals. There have been just a few updates that are not included in the eBook. The following updates are for Phase 2:

Phase 2 approved updates:

* RED and GREEN APPLES are allowed.

* Soy products are prohibited.

* NO breadsticks, melba, grisinni or wasa crackers allowed on P2.

* EGG WHITE BREAKFAST ALTERNATIVES:

More than a few dieters have reported an allergy or intolerance to egg whites. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE AN INTOLERANCE OR ALLERGY, please do not substitute. My protocol food studies only utilized egg whites with our patients for breakfast. You may enjoy adding Sonia's HCG Salsa to them for flavor. (many dieters report the salsa tastes delicious)

After careful consideration and detailed research on allowable phase 2 product ingredients, I have approved the following egg white alternatives on an "experimental" basis. The majority of dieters report consistent losses using the following products listed below:

OPTION 1: Jay Robb Whey Protein Isolate shake may be substituted in place of 3 eggwhites for breakfast only. Please add 1 serving of fruit. (Do not confuse the Jay Robb Whey Protein Isolate shake with Jay Robb Whey Concentrate or Jay Robb Egg White- these are NOT approved)

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OPTION 2: LOW SODIUM 4% Cottage Cheese is an approved protein substitute if you have an intolerance to egg whites and whey protein isolate. You may have a 4 oz. serving and no more than 140mg of sodium allowed in a 4 oz. serving. These brands are low in sodium: Lucerne, Friendship and Hood manufacturers. You will most likely retain water if you do not pay attention to the sodium content. Make sure to add 1 fruit serving.

*If you experience a stall for 3 or more days, discontinue the egg white alternative immediately. 

Why Whey Protein Isolate? Whey protein isolate shakes are a great alternative food for those with egg allergy or an intolerance. Whey protein isolate contains only 1 percent of lactose compared to whey protein concentrate that can have up to 30% lactose. If you are sensitive, even 1 percent can make you feel bloated and gassy. Taking whey protein isolate while on the hCG diet will not cause weight gain, its quite the opposite. Whey protein isolate assists in preventing muscle loss, increases energy and metabolism which will cause your body to naturally burn more calories daily. In addition, studies have proven that whey protein isolate controls blood sugar levels and is recommended for diabetics by physicians. Whey protein has also been proven in studies to increase fat burning in the belly area and thighs.

*VEGGIE TOPPERS

There are 2 types of vegetables in the 800 calorie protocol. Dark green fiber rich  broccoli and water veggies. celery. Water veggies are mainly made of water and do not provide a whole lot of nutritional value. They can be added to your egg whites for breakfast such as preparing an hcg salsa topper. They can be added to your lunch salad, smothered over breast of chicken, or stuffed in a green bell pepper.

What exactly are the allowable "WATER VEGGIE" toppers?

Tomato, cucumber, celery, green leaf lettuce and white onion.

What exactly are green fiber rich veggies?

Any green vegetable ie. asparagus, spinach, broccoli, green beans, cabbage etc... You are required to eat 1 cup serving of cooked green fiber rich veggies for lunch and for dinner. Veggies have been proven to increase digestion and assist with weight loss.

*Please do NOT substitute a whole tomato or cucumber as your veggie serving. These are "water veggies"  that are just toppers on your egg whites or salad. They are not green fiber rich vegetables that assist in digestion.

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DISCLAIMER *The above statements provided are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Although great care has been taken to provide the above material, please note that the information provided is for informational purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the advice provided by your own physician and in no way should be taken as Medical Advice.