The HCG Diet Plan

The HCG Diet Plan, HCG is the abbreviation for Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin, which is a hormone that expectant mothers produce in the early stages of gestation.  Research has indicated that a small HCG supplement, taken on a daily basis, cause most healthy individuals to lose weight.

Typically, the weight loss that results from HCG is roughly between 1 and 2 pounds daily, and often people lose more, when they consume a diet very low in calories. I already covered the whole HCG weight loss topic in another post, so now let’s look into the HCG diet meal plan.

The HCG diet comprises three phases; loading, burning and maintenance. The first phase requires taking the HCG and loading with foods that have a high content of fats and carbohydrates. This is necessary so that the body will start to adjust to the effects of the HCG drops.

Moving on to the burning phase, you will continue with the drops and start the very low calorie diet. At the maintenance phase, you will not be able to eat any starches or sugar for a 3-week period. Additional details of the three phases are included below:

HCG Diet Plan Phase 1: Loading

Day 1 and day 2 require loading up on fatty, high-calorie foods.  Many see this as crazy or counter-productive; however, it is extremely necessary for the diet to work optimally.  Go right ahead and have a some tasty meals over these two days.

HCG Diet Plan Phase 2: Burning

Before beginning, a goal should be set regarding the amount of weight you would like to burn off.  It is not uncommon for individuals to lose as much as 30 pounds during a 25-day HCG cycle; however, results vary as each individual’s body is unique.

This diet requires that you immerse yourself in the burning phase for a minimum of 21 days and a max of 42 days.  If your weight loss goal is achieved prior to the ending of the 21-day period, the number of calories you are consuming can be bumped up but the burning phase should be continued until you have completed at least 21 days.  If your weight loss goal is not achieved after being in the burning phase for 42 days, you must proceed to the maintenance phase.

During the burning phase, go with the HCG Diet Plan. The plan provides you with a menu that should be followed throughout the burning phase. Stick it out, you will be elated that you did.

A few other things to take note of during this phase:

Drink a lot of water

Follow the HCG diet plan

Do not forget to use the HCG Drops

During the last 3 days of the burning phase, the HCG drops should be discontinued; however, the Diet Plan should continue.

HCG Diet Plan Phase 3: Maintenance

Prior to resuming a normal diet, this step must be followed to assist your body in adapting to other foods.

Over the next 3 weeks, no sugar or starches should be consumed, with those exceptions, your normal diet can be resumed.  The body requires this stabilization period; therefore, as the 3 weeks go by, reintroduce the foods into your diet. Close to the end of the maintenance period, introduce starches and sugars back into your diet gradually.

Continue the daily recording of your weight every morning and if more than 2 pounds have been gained on any given day, skip a meal.  This assists your body in regulating both your weight and your appetite.

Below is a detailed outline of the HCG Diet plan:

This is extremely essential. Ensure that you adhere to the HCG diet plan to boost your results.

Breakfast

Drink as much coffee or tea as desired but no sugar should be used.  One tablespoonful of milk is allowed daily.  Stevia or saccharin can be used as sweeteners.

Lunch and Dinner

The following items must be eaten for Lunch and Dinner.  Try mixing it up a bit; perhaps cucumbers and  fish for lunch and asparagus and grilled chicken for dinner.

A. 100 grams  of the meats below (weighed raw):

Chicken breast

Beef

Shrimp

Fresh white fish

Veal

Lobster

Please note: All fat should be removed before grilling, baking or boiling.

B. A single serving of one of the vegetables below:

Green salad

Chicory

Asparagus

Beet-greens

Chard

Spinach

Onions

Celery

Cabbage

Fennel

Red radishes

Tomatoes

Cucumbers

C. One Melba toast or breadstick.

D. One of the fruits below:

Half a grapefruit

Orange

A handful of strawberries

Apple

Remember, each of these foods is consumed twice every daily.  Spacing out the foods is a good idea. For instance, eat the vegetable if you start feeling hungry and after an hour, eat a fruit.  Having the meals spaced out like that will help you to stick to the task at hand.

Use the following for seasoning:

Basil, garlic, parsley, oregano, thyme, etc.

Vinegar

Mustard powder

Pepper

Salt

Please note: No butter, oil or dressing should be added to the meals.

The following drinks can be consumed all day:

Plain water

Coffee

Tea

Please note: It is recommended that a minimum of two liters of water be consumed on a daily basis.

Important Notes on the HCG Diet Plan

2 small apples are an unacceptable trade for 1 apple.

Stick to the 500-calorie restriction.

Occasionally, 100 grams of skimmed milk cottage cheese can be substituted for meat.

On rare occasions, a raw, boiled or poached egg  can be eaten

Please note: Individuals who, for any reason, cannot eat meat should consume 3 egg whites and whole egg instead.