Golden Rules of HCG Diet
1. 500 Calorie Diet Is Mandatory
500 calorie diet is mandatory in HCG weight loss protocol. The combination of 500 calorie diet and HCG Drops can shed 300grams per day from the total body weight of a dieter.
2. Understand The Phases Well
There are 4 HCG Phases. These are Loading, Maintenance and Stabilization Phases. The initial 2 days are loading phase while there are 21 days each with the final 2 & 4 stages.
3. No Cheating
Cheating is the main reason behind the failure with 4 phase Fat Elimination Protocol. Dieters who are not strictly following 500 calorie diet everyday or nibbling now and then are more vulnerable to put on weight.
4. No Breaks
No breaks are acceptable during HCG weight loss plan.
Breaks would completely nullify the gains & you would have to redo the complete plan from day 1.
5. Understand Side Effects
So You Could Be Ready For Them – HCG weight loss protocol generally has no side effects but you may experience mild headache, constipation, lethargy etc. Whatever they are be prepared to tide over these minor inconveniences as they usually only occur in the first week as your body adjusts to the changes
6. Monitor your Weight & Inches Regularly
It is very important to monitor your weight and inches regularly. The sheer happiness to see your weight drop consistently will be motivating enough to complete the protocol.
7. Be Ready for Weight Plateau
Weight plateau is a phase when a dieter’s weight losing tendency comes to a stall. This stagnancy is broken by HCG Apple Day, where one has to eat 6 apples a day to regain normalcy.
8. Never Miss Your Doses
Skipping your HCG doses can be a hindrance in your weight loss goal. Missing your dose can increase your fat sometimes. You might feel weak if you do not take regular dosage but stick to the very low calorie diet even if you have missed a dose of drops.
9. Avoid Cosmetics & Makeup
Avoid cosmetics and make up that contains laxatives, animal adipose and essential oils. These unwanted greasy substances contribute in the abnormal fat loading and for this reason HCG dieters should not use them.
10. No Alcohol
No alcohol should be consumed while undergoing the HCG weight loss program. As this hormone stimulates hypothalamus, dieters, however, do not feel the necessity of taking intoxicated drinks.
11. Plan Your Grocery List
Plan your grocery list smartly, read the labels carefully, there are lot ingredients like Hydrogenated Oil, Fructose Corn Syrup, Wheat Gluten, etc which are extremely unhealthy and need to be avoided. To be safe stick to organic food and fruits.