HCG, which stands for human chorionic gonadotropin, is a natural hormone produced by the placenta during pregnancy. The main functions of HCG include protecting the fetus and providing sufficient caloric energy to the fetus in the earliest stages of pregnancy. HCG accomplishes this by metabolizing excess fat, which is delivered to the developing fetus. Though this hormone naturally develops in pregnant women, it can be supplied to male and female dieters to accomplish the same metabolic effects in conjunction with a low-calorie diet. HCG can be supplied through injections.

Most HCG dieters report a loss of ½ to 1 pound a day. Most of the weight loss occurs during the first week where we have seen as much as 11-12 pounds lost during that period. Factors that guarantee faster weight loss includes proper preparation before, during, and after the diet and adhering to the proper protocol for the diet.

HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) is a natural hormone produced by our bodies. In addition to being the Pregnancy hormone, it has many functions. HCG allows the body to burn fat as the primary source of energy. When HCG is combined with a calorie deficit diet the body uses fat as the primary energy source, causing significant fat loss while conserving Muscle.

The HCG Program must be followed correctly until you attain your goal weight. After the program is completed, a post-diet low-carb maintenance phase should be followed for the first three weeks. After that, you will have a smaller appetite, more energy, and a healthier lifestyle so most people do not regain the weight. If someone goes back to poor eating habits, they will regain weight after any diet.

Although side effects are rare and minimal, it is important to undertake this diet under the care of a physician. Headache is the most common symptom during the first few days as your body adjusts to the diet and is easily relieved by an over-the-counter pain reliever. Some people also experience constipation which can be relieved by drinking more water and adding a fiber supplement to their diet.

As HCG is a natural hormone, it should not interfere with any of your current medications. However, you should not take any oil-based supplements such as fish oil and vitamin E. HCG makes your metabolism very sensitive to fats and oils and will decrease your weight loss during the diet.

The needle used for HCG is the same tiny needle used for insulin and is relatively painless. Our patients quickly become used to giving themselves this tiny shot every day, or a family member can do it.

Although HCG is only produced naturally by females, there are no negative side effects for men. Medically-approved use can lead to positive side effects such as increased libido and heightened energy levels. Men and women typically see the same results when following the HCG diet.

Weight loss is usually greatest in the first month and then slows down, but does not stop. It is common to see inches being lost continuously.

This depends on how much weight you need to lose. If you want to lose 20 pounds you need to be on the HCG diet for 1 month. If you want to lose 40 pounds you will need to be on the HCG diet for 2 months. Anything more than 40 pounds, 3 months on HCG diet, then a month off HCG.

Alcohol behaves metabolically as a Carbohydrate. So, it gives empty calories that can interfere with the HCG Diet. In addition, certain alcohols like wine have high sugar content which can also interfere with the HCG Diet. Most patients who successfully finish the HCG diet lose their cravings for alcohol possibly through the action of the Hypothalamus which controls emotions.

B12: Regular B12 shots are an intramuscular injection usually given to people who have a B12 deficiency, which greatly impacts the size of red blood cells produced in the body. Average B12 injection uses a concentrated serum of the vitamin to boost the energy and metabolism of those seeking the treatment.

Lipotropic B12: Lipotropic shots are a more recent treatment that is quickly gaining a reputation for helping patients increase energy, boost metabolism, and burn fat at quicker rates than before. Lipotropic shots are formulated with a compound of ingredients; while the base of this treatment is vitamin B12, the other ingredients include fat-busting and metabolism-increasing amino acids that work with the body to eliminate unwanted fat and remove toxins clogging up your metabolic rate.