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HCG Protocol

by Kathy Brannon, May 11, 2007 12:00AM
I have been on the HCG Protocal for almost four weeks and have not achieved the expected results. I have been following the prescibed diet and HCG injection instructions to the letter.

I live in Houston, Texas and have been working with a clinic in Colorado Springs.  Is there a clinic in Houston that provides the HCG protocal.  Perhaps support in my local area would achieve the desired results.

Member Comments (32)

by Celest, May 11, 2007 12:00AM
To: hcg diet protocol
Are you following the protocol to a T?  Are you using conditioner or lotion?  I'd review the protocol again.  The original HCG Diet protocol is published at hcgdietinfo.com.  

I'm just finishing my first week tomorrow, I'm down 6 lbs and 2 inches around my waist.  The first 2 days I lost a whole inch!  The third and fourth days, I had too many strawberries and used conditioner and didn't lose anything.  The other thing that helped up the loss was adding 15 minutes of exercise when I first wake up in the morning.  I lose by the end of the day if I do that!

Celest

by Beeblein, May 12, 2007 12:00AM
I, too, am a little discouraged but went back and read Dr. Simeom's Protocol and found that mushrooms and little low calorie items (ground turkey) are probably what I'm doing wrong.  I have NHW's diet and am now going to try this week with only Dr. Simeon's list.  We'll see if it makes a difference.  I only lost 1 lbs over the entire week of strict 500 calories and lots of walking and biking.

by Nieesie, May 12, 2007 12:00AM
Can someone tell me where I can get Dr. Simeons weight loss protocol?  I've been looking and cannot seem to locate it.  Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you,
Nieesie

by aprilj, May 12, 2007 12:00AM
I too haven't lost ..discouraging..  I ahve read many post by people losing and they use moisturizer..or what ever  the vice is.  I have been strict too...and nothing.  I don't get it?

by Tortellini, May 13, 2007 12:00AM
To: HCG
I started the HCG 2wks ago and have lost 16lbs, ..the diet has changed a little, allowing more options, but I still stay away from the starchy foods, because I know I wouldn't see the results, my body does not do well with carbs, so I'm sticking to no more than 800 calories, some days its 500, drinking LOTS of water 3-32oz a day.   I'm so thankful to have found Transformations Weight Loss in Lake Mary.   I'm in St Augustine Fl, so they will mail the HCG to me, very convenient, and the shots,... nothing to them, such tiny needles can't even feel them, so thats nice.  But anyone out there having problems losing weight, HCG is a miracle, don't understand why more doctors are not recommending it to their patients, much safer than some of the diet pills out there.  Then after you reach your goal weight, just make up your mind to change your eating habits for life, I know I am, I never want to gain my weight back ever again. I'll stick to the maintenance during the week and have my free day on the weekend, ..has to work, and I'll still continue to drink my water.  I have 45-50lbs to lose total, so I'm taking it 10lbs at a time.  :)

by Tortellini, May 13, 2007 12:00AM
To: HCG results
I feel the original HCG is the best, ...stick to the veggies, no oils, weigh your meat, and veggies,  stick to chicken or fish, and DRINK YOUR WATER, thats very important.  I work in a call center so didn't know how I could do that, ...but I made it work, I'll drink my first 32oz in the mornings before I leave for work, then drink one on the way home, then another in the evening, ...works great, sometimes I may drink more. If you drink it quickly it will work like a water pill.  May want to limit the breadsticks and melba toast, I only eat one a day, no more than that.  Good Luck, .. don't give up, you'll get there!!

Blessings,
Vicki

by lacekar, May 14, 2007 12:00AM
1500 IU of HCG received Saturday, how do I mix 'dry'? No pre-mix in advance for me, many of the dieters I have correspondeded to,  have huge hunger and stress problem after 8-10 days.  The HCG looses its potency when pre-mixed - see Dr. Simeon - it desintegrates after 64 HOURS when diluted.  So I am mixing every morning my HCG with water. However I use 1500 iu vials divided by 10, that's 150 iu each less a little spill, I should be okay for 125 iu recommended by Dr. Simeon.  

Anyone else who does want to pre-mix their HCG to preserve full potency?  My local pharmacies did not want to give me bacteriostatic water, and the pharmacists looked at me 'funny'.

by Vquest, May 14, 2007 12:00AM
I am into week 6 of the protocol.  I started the day after Easter at 161.5 and today I am 138.  I use KT's diet.  I have found that the weight loss is slowing down.  For the first 4 weeks on the program, I was losing 5 lbs per week.  Last
week only 3.  Hcg is a miracle.  It would have taken me 4ever to lose what I have with alot of exercise.  All I do now now is walk my dogs an hour a day!
Try Keven's diet. Not alot of choices but the weight comes off.

Good Luck!

Vikki

by jeannedaire, May 15, 2007 12:00AM
To: Kathy Brannon
Can you give me the contact information to the clinic you are working with in Colorado Springs?
***@****

by Vivacious Granny, May 15, 2007 12:00AM
To: All
I am very happy that I found this thread.
I too am having disappointing results on the Hcg.  I have been on the program for 5+weeks and have only lost 12 pounds.  Could I be undereating?  I am following NHW's protocol.  I have not been exercising and am feeling very mushy.  Maybe that is my problem?  According to KT you do not need to exercise while on hcg.  Has any one tried anything additional to be of help like lipotrophics or phentermine?  Thank you in advance for any help you can give me!

by jodysk, May 16, 2007 12:00AM
Hi Everyone,  I started with the NHW for the 1st 4 weeks and lost 20 lbs. I ordered HCG from the internet and it took a long time to arrive so I was off the protocol for 3 weeks and did not follow the diet. I gained 8 lbs but my measurements did not increase. When my HCG came in I went back on the program an I lost 9 lbs that week. I started at 191 and I am now 169 plus I have lost 26 1/2 inches. I can't beleive that I have achieved this much success. I want to lose 15 more lbs. I am 59 and I did not give up my face creams and I also had a perm so I look as good as I feel.
I am sticking to the 500 cal diet with no sugar, starch, or oil. But I live in Phoenix AZ and will not give up my skincare creams. They are from Poland and have fewer chemicals and no colors so and they keep my skin moist and less wrinkled.
I actually wore a bathing suit last week to help my grandson in his swimming class and my daughter said WOW Mom you look great. I am pumped.
I love this protocol.
Jody

by fit, May 17, 2007 12:00AM
To: jodysk
Can you tell me what site you ordered from? How long did it take to get it? How much you are doing, and how often? Was it expensive? Sorry about all the questions.

by musicgirl, May 17, 2007 12:00AM
To: WHERE you find h CG in St.Louis area
Has anyone found a Dr. or a place to get  hCG in the St. Louis area.  I live close to Six Flags.  I would be very appreciative of any info.  thanks

by Nikster, May 23, 2007 12:00AM
To: jodysk
I'm in Flagstaff and am interested in knowing what safe place to obtain and any other helpful info

by Ohiogal, Jun 04, 2007 12:00AM
Does anyone know of a HCG clinic near Cleveland, OH? I would appreciate any comments!  ... Even those clinics in nearby states. Thanks!

by swinky25, Jun 19, 2007 12:00AM
im extremely interested in starting this protocol, but i love to weight lift & am committed to my training. i dont want to lose the muscle strength iv worked so hard to achieve...can i continue to work out while on this protocol? thank you

by mebcolorado, Jun 22, 2007 06:34PM
Can someone tell me of a doctor/clinic in Colorado Springs, CO?

by mebcolorado, Jun 22, 2007 06:44PM
To: Kathy Brannon
Can you tell me who you are using in Colorado Springs?

by kateinPhoenix, Sep 09, 2007 12:44AM
To: jodysk
Where did you find a doctor in Phoenix to start this program with? I am very interested in starting this program. kate

by flygirl737, Sep 20, 2007 03:03PM
In Phoenix, ther eis Medshape weight loss clinic that does the original Dr. Simeons protocal.  I have been getting the injections now for almost a month.  26 pounds down.

by MsThang, Oct 08, 2007 09:55PM
To: flygirl737
I recently read Kevin Trudeau's book "The Weight Loss Cure" and I am interested in getting the HCG shots as well.  He states in his book that if you can't get the HCG that you can do the Almased - but after reading his booking, I am convinced that the HCG is really the best way to go.  I am in Phoenix Arizona - and I'm interested in this MedShape clinic - is something like this costly?

by flygirl737, Oct 23, 2007 09:58AM
To: Msthang
It really is not expensive, when you think of the results.  I would have spent double on it.  I think my overall expense for the whole program, including labs, hcg and weekly dr. visits was under $800.  I spent alot more doing other stuff that did not work.  I am just thrilled with the results!!  The program is actually pretty easy to follow.

by mcconnell792, Jan 09, 2008 06:59PM
Has anyone had success with the HCG pills?  I ordered some HCG in the pill form from OraThin.  I have heard that they are effective but wanted to hear it from someone that has used them... Any help will be appreciated

by RoberttheGreat, Apr 29, 2008 03:26PM
I finished my six weeks of hCG injections and lost 55.5 pounds.  I hit an eight day plateau and only lost .1 pounds during that period, but I was also using Liquid Aminos to add flavor to my food and the sodium caught up with me.  In two weeks, I am beginning my second round of injections and hope to achieve more great results.

by Cabanagrl, Apr 29, 2008 06:08PM
I've been reading the comments on this forum for a few days.  There seems to be a lot of questions but few answers :)  

Congratulations to all of those that have lost!  I need to lose about 40 lbs total.  Nothing seems to work for me and think this could be an option.  A lot of people mention getting the HCG by mail order but no one ever says who they get it from.  I keep reading about all of the scams online and don't want to order from someone I am not familiar with.  Can someone list a reliable source or even the name of a doctor to start?  I am in St. Louis.  You can email me at j.***@****.  

by angipi, May 26, 2008 10:30PM
To: cabanagrl
Did you ever find a provider or a source in st louis?

by Jan3995, May 28, 2008 12:45PM
To: HCG users
Doesn't appear anyone has the answer to how to obtain HCG online. I can't seem to find it. There is no where in my area as doing this. I live in a small town that will prob. never offer this. Some please give us the "skinny"!!!

by mxchick13, May 31, 2008 04:38PM
To: Jan3995
Jan I ordered from drugdelivery . ca  I ordered my supplies from researchsupply . net. I ordered my hcg on 5/10 from the european pharm choice and received it in Phx on 5/23. It is definitly worth it to pay for the discreet and priority shipping.

by slimsexy35, Jul 31, 2008 08:44PM
Saturday will be my third week one the protocol and I have already lost 17 pounds.  For the past four days, I have been consistantly losing half a pound per day, which is still good.  In addition, I don't snore any longer and my cravings are decreasing.  I am taking the oral hcg and purchased it at ****.com for those of you who are interested.

by bmorris, Apr 21, 2009 10:59PM
To: ALL
I'm on this diet, my wife and I both...it is working lost over 12 pounds and we're a week into it...would love to correspond with anyone else on this diet or that my have questions

by blueyed1976, Apr 22, 2009 02:48PM
The only place I've been able to buy HCG online without any problems is alldaychemist.com.

by GonzoDC, May 09, 2009 10:01AM
To: Everyone
Please. Do not purchase or follow the book by Kevin Trudeau. He is a scam artist who sells junk and promotes "things you have to have' inorder to allow the hCG to work. The hCG protocol is a good protocol for weight loss and health improvement. Tudeau has NOTHING to do with the hCG protocol. The government and physicians are not "hiding this cure' from the public. Go to any hCG provider and get the honest scoop concerning the hCG protocol and how it may be applied to you. DO NOT purchase hCG online and try to do this on your own. You need physician direction.

DrG
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