HCG – How to Begin Phase 3
How to Have a Successful Phase 3
KNOW what you are doing 🙂
Questions – I am so scared, I start Phase 3 tomorrow. I’ve done my 3 days without HCG. I’ve been reading and checking out different recipes for this phase.
How do I figure the amount of protein to eat? Someone said just double the amount that I’ve been eating. I want to make sure that I get the correct amount. I know I have to start slowly introducing foods. Is 1500 calories the minimum daily caloric intake or do I start by 1st week: 800, then go to 1000 on the 2nd week, then go to the full amount of calories 1400/1500? How much fruit do I eat per day?
My Answer:
The very first Phase 3 can be intimidating!
My first Phase 3 went very wrong because I got too caught up in wanting to try all the great recipes I saw people making on Phase 3.
On my very first day I added so many different foods that those on Phase 3 had been talking about. Open face tuna sandwich using Ezekiel bread with cheddar cheese, I baked a phase 3 friendly cookie recipe. It has been so long now since that time it is hard to remember what else I slammed my poor body with.
So what I found out the hard way about Phase 3 is this….Don’t slam your system with everything at once even if it says it is P3 friendly.
Doubling the protein is fine, especially if your body type craves protein.
Just go very SLOW with adding back in the starches and sugars. I can not emphasis this enough. Journal as you add so you can pinpoint if there is a food that you are sensitive to at first. Go easy on everything you reintroduce and keep tabs on what you are adding and what activity you are doing..
Think Low Glycemic:
When it comes to fruit (at first), I’d say 2 maybe 3 servings the first day and see how your body responded.
I admit I have never counted calories just what types of food I eat and my activity level. Then I figure out between the two what the outcome will be. As long as you go slow and stick with healthy choices you are on the right track.
And for now be cautious with anything bread or pasta like. Example – If it makes you feel full (bloated) or lethargic.
I say “for now” because I don’t want you to think the foods I say to use caution with is a “never”.
But I can’t stress enough how slow introduction will help lock in your effort so you can keep the new you and enjoy what you choose to eat in the future.
If you feel better with counting calories – go for it. The plan you laid out looks like a pretty good one as long as you keep tabs on what you take in and how your body reacts so you can adjust accordingly
Easy does it – That’s my motto!
HCG Clinics
Do I Need a HCG Clinic?
I have been asked many times,”Did you have a Doctor’s Supervision”?
My Answer:
I did not go to a Clinic or Doctor. The clinics that are doing the protocol seem to be quite pricy and many people that have asked me questions in the past that have gone to clinics tell me the clinics also want to sell them anything from appetite suppressants to meal replacements and supplements. I had a friend that went to a clinic before she knew that I had done HCG.
Not only were they selling her the meal replacements but no one at the clinic had done the protocol themselves. The Doctor was overweight and when she would ask simple questions that anyone who had read the original manuscript would know answers to they were clueless. But of course they were more than happy to take her money.
I’m sure somewhere there has got to be a clinic that is above board. There is one in my town that another friend of mine helped create a testimonial video for. He said just listening to the patients stories made him a believer that the protocol really works. He said, “you could just see the happiness in the patients’ faces. They were so happy to have their life back”.
The only thing I don’t “get” is I was told that the doctor is obese.
Actually I think I do know why. I can’t tell you how many times people say they are serious and what to change but they really aren’t ready yet. They don’t want the food choices narrowed down even if hunger won’t be a factor. Food is comfort for many people and they may want to keep that for now. It won’t be until they are not comfortable in their situation.
I had another friend that even though she would tell her husband he was eating unhealthy. He stubbornly kept the food habit he enjoyed. It wasn’t till he went to the emergency room and was diagnosed with almost a complete blockage to his heart that he considered changing his ways. He was basically FORCED to change, it was either that or DIE.
Now let’s get back to what I did instead of going to a clinic;
My brother mentioned that maybe I should check out You Tube for info on a diet his girlfriend had done.
I watched all kinds of vlogs that HCGers had posted and they were stressing the fact that you have to read pounds & inches.
I ordered the HCG from  www.reliablerxpharmacy.com online and while I waited for it to arrive I read Dr Simeons
manuscript over and over.
Plus watched the vlogs and posted questions to the HCGers on youtube and other forums.
Please note that since there are some youtube videos that just want to capitalize on the “craze” use your discretion. Watch the people that have been around a long time like the OG mamaclok and other people (there are a lot of great ones) that are on the protocol and going about their lives. I think the “staged” videos uploaded by companies are a turn off.
I ordered the rest of the supplies I would need as a kit. The kit was more than if I had gotten the items on my own but after I had the one kit I knew exactly what I would need for future rounds and then bought my supplies through Amazon etc.
Please note: If you have a medical condition that you are being treated for only you know based on your situation if you should pursue this option.
Maintain Weight Loss After HCG
Understanding the Importance of Set Points
See You Tomorrow!
Many questions I get are about stabilizing and maintaining.
What these questions boil down to is, “how do I not gain back the weight”?
Looking at my post HCG journey the “stumble” I regret was ignoring the scale for too many days at a time. I was fitting in my jeans fine so I got too lax. Once I faced the music because I did start to notice that my jeans were fitting tighter it wasn’t that it was “too late” but I did make getting back on track more difficult for myself.
In a few of my blog posts I have mentioned that 2012 has had its share of life stresses.
During those times it is very easy to put discipline in the back seat and let emotions take the wheel. If I had simply mustard the courage to jump on the scale each morning my body could have settled right back into it’s comfy set point HCG got me to with only a couple of minor tweaks to get back on course.
Bottom line –
I think Dr. Simeon definitely got it Right.
If I had kept myself in check my body would have stayed in its new set point without a struggle.
This is my theory so bear with me here…
You figure the body has set points you have to push past when reducing.
These are the weight set points our body had settled into in the past at some time or another in our lives.
That is usually why we Plateau. Our body gets to that weight and says, “Oh I remember this place”. And for a bit thinks it is where it should be.
So once at goal and the body is settled into its new weight set point. It is pretty happy there. Especially when you have established that set point by doing the protocol using the phase 3 breaks between rounds to “lock in” the new set point. One, maybe two, ah heck even three little slips is no biggie as long as a person checks and sees the change on the scale and acts on that appropriately my making better choices to correct the “up flux”.
And because the body wants to be in the new and “happy to be in” set point it will respond by getting back in check.
But if you don’t know there has been an increase because you didn’t check the “numbers” and only relied on how clothes were fitting the weight could push toward an old set point. If you get to or past an “old set point” it can potentially open up the flood gates and cause difficulty in controlling the gain.
Your body might think it is time to settle into an old set point that it had been at before that we don’t want any part of.
When I goofed by not weighing daily I can tell that my body didn’t like the excess AT ALL. The extra wasn’t noticeably showing but I could feel it and it did not feel good.
If I would have caught myself in time the way Dr Simeon designed it I wouldn’t be writing this post.
But Good news is this has been a very important lesson learned for me.
And because I experienced it first hand not only do I know how to avoid that mistake in the future but I can help you do the same!
HCG Pounds and Inches
HCG – Pounds & Inches Equals SUCCESS!!
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A Must Read
 “Knowledge is Power”
                                             -Sir Francis Bacon
A lot of people are gearing up to get started and I can not emphasize enough how important it is to read the original manuscript pounds & Inches before you start your HCG Journey.Even if you decided to go to a clinic and assume the Dr. at the clinic is all you need –Au Contraire!
Before I ever took my first dose I had watched numerous you tube videos to find out what other HCGers were experiencing and read many forums etc.
BUT –THE MOST important was reading and re- reading the Pounds & Inches
manuscript.
Understanding Dr Simeons’ research is vital to your success. Because it is so different than just a diet plan, knowing why it is different is a vital component.
Question:
I’m thinking of getting started with HCG diet and to reclaim my life. For the past couple of days, I have been trying to read up as much as possible on HCG. I have seen quite a few vlogs on YouTube. I have also gone through your blog and must say that you are an inspiration to many. Could you please help me with few basic ques – I was wondering how many rounds would be required for losing about 70 pounds? Also, how do I space out these multiple rounds? I am 30 yrs and desperate to lose weight. I have tried everything short of bariatric and have done many other things in an attempt to get rid of my extra pounds. But every time I have been disappointed. I want to give HCG an honest attempt. Thanks in advance for all your help.
Answer:
Have you read Pounds & Inches
I have a link to a free pdf copy on my blog. That is an absolute must before starting the protocol. Reading the manuscript will answer your questions about time between rounds, what kind of fat the protocol targets, and why it works so well. Once you get a foundation of the research and do your first round you will believe that success can be yours. Then after your first round you can decide if you will stay “POP” (perfect on Protocol) or use a variation. I did interruptions or what is also known as cycling. I chose this route because I am terrible about being patient with myself. So don’t focus on that when you haven’t even dipped your toe in the water with your first round yet.
I feel that doing your first round following the original plan is the only way to go if you truly want to succeed at this. I also want to add that I highly respect the HCGers that kept with the original proper phase 3 breaks.
To plan for rounds – I always ordered 3 vials at a time to save on shipping cost when I purchased HCG. I always did 40 day rounds and since I don’t know if you want to do long or short rounds it is hard for me to say how many. But based on what you told me you have a lot going in your favor and I am excited for you! I thought I knew how much I wanted to lose and ended up losing far beyond my original goal and got where I never thought I could.
How to Store HCG
How to Store HCG Before and After Mixing
I Love when you ask questions instead of me only telling you what I did or know!
I think it helps everyone Ten fold when I am asked a question.Â
You see the question and answer which helps to put the information in perspective.Â
QUESTION:
How to Store Before and After Mixing     Â
I really, really appreciate your mixing instructions and they are so easy to follow. My only question is – with 5000 iu mixed for a 40 day round – do you fill the syringe daily as needed OR do you prefill 40 syringes and refrigerate? Am I correct in assuming that you only want to freeze it if you want it to last beyond the 40 days? I want to do it correctly and make sure that the last dose of hcg is as potent as the first dose.
What did you do?
Also, what is the best way to store the extra two vials of hcg until I need it for my second and third round? (I ordered 3 vials of 5000 iu from reliable).
ANSWER:
When doing a round I prefer to fill the syringe each day. The rest of the mixed HCG is stored in the mixing vial in the area of your refrigerator that will stay the most consistent in temperature. For Example; don’t put it in the door of your fridge since the temp will change because of people opening and closing the door.
The other 2 vials that remain unmixed until you are ready for another round.
I prefer to store in the refrigerator (though not mandatory).
Freezing is done when you need to save a batch that has already been mixed.
Really your best bet is once you mix HCG for a round Stay Committed and use what you mixed till it is gone and you have successfully completed your round.
BUT is life throws you some crazy curve and you just have to postpone your round and don’t want what you mixed wasted the alternative is to freeze your mixed HCG
Another thing to note when freezing already mixed HCG.
Someone in the HCG Community that truly cares about people getting great results on protocol went as far as testing HCG to figure out potency strength after freezing so a person could measure accordingly prior to freezing the loaded syringes.
Channel name Delmen on youtube is a wonderful resource for recipes, how to get increased releases and to help you get overall good solid understanding about the protocol and why it works so well. Along with why different elements of the plan are so vital to your success.
Here is the low down so you can store successfully;
Frozen/Thawed Trial
HCG can potentially lose close to 40% of its potency’
Pre-measure syringes to freeze, leave an air pocket for expansion and freezes needles pointing upward.
If you use 125 IU fresh, would want to load syringes to 200 IU before freezing. (200 – 40% = 120 IU)
HCG – What is the Correct HCG Dose for Weight Loss?
HCG – What is the Right DOSE ?
HCG Dose Example
HCG –Â Question of the Day
This is a really great question and there are different dose calculator.
Charts and Lists aside I have found it is all about
Finding the HCG dose “Sweet Spot”
QUESTION:
 I’m currently going to a “clinic” and with your help – plan on ordering HCG from ReliableRXPharmacy and supplies from Amazon and doing this myself. Although I’m having success at the “clinic” (lost 10 lbs. the first week) – they really do push the appetite suppressants and other unnecessary products. I’ll have to continue to go until I get my HCG delivery – but with your guidance – I know that I can do this on my own and save ALOT of money.
My question is – do you change your dose based on your weight or how your hunger is? What dose did you start with and did you continue the same dosage throughout all of your phases? Also – did you inject 6 days and skip one as outlined in the original protocol? I’m currently on 125 – five days a week – skip two – and feel kind of hungry.
ANSWER:
Congrats on such great results, you are doing awesome!
If you are just one week into it sometimes it takes at least that for the hcg to get at a good level. I remember my first week. I was concerned that I was going to be the one oddball that hcg wouldn’t work the same on as the people I was watching on youtube. Then it was Friday late afternoon and I suddenly realized that I wasn’t hungry and I had forgot to eat the P2 food I brought for lunch. I thought, “Oh this is what they are talking about”?
I did dose at about the same. I would fill to just past the “20 and not get to the “25″. How is that for being scientific-LOL
One funny thing about the HCG dose.
Once you find your “sweet spot” you can tell because hunger isn’t an issue. But here is the tricky part. Till you find the “sweet spot” if you don’t dose enough that could cause hunger but if you dose too much that could cause hunger. So if you at anytime decide to adjust do it ever so slightly till “bing” you find the spot! My dose amount stayed consistent pretty much, only backed off near the end but ever so slightly. During my rounds I would only skip a dose one day and of course when TOM arrived.
Phase 1 HCG -The Don’t Do List
 Phase 1 and Beyond HCG -The Don’t Do List
Never mind Phase 1- The Majority of of this List is Important to Take Seriously if you are Serious About Your Health
The Don’t List
• No Microwaving
I’m at least careful of what I use in the microwave . For example. Watch out for the type of container our leftovers in in. Don’t cover with plastic wrap before re-heating etc.
But for the Nuts & Bolts Theory and to be be sure your are protected from potential harm Google “the risk of microwave cooking”.
• Don’t Eat Farm Raised Fish
There is So MUCH Research especially based on salmon – Goggle it for yourself and see what you find out!
• Don’t Drink a lot of Ice Cold Drinks
It is a free country so I’m entitled –
I beg to differ; it is my opinion that drinking cold water can help the body burn more calories because it has to work to regulate the internal body temperature.
• No Lotions or Creams
This one I feel is a matter of common sense.
What you put on your skin absorbs into your system.
Take the time to really Know what you are using. I don’t go without anything, simply do your homework.
• Be in Fluorescent lighting
Artificial light adversely effects our bodies. Simply Goggle “fluorescent light health risks” to find out what it does to our bodies hormone levels that are associated with stress and how it can flare other life crippling maladies.
I had a boss that made a point to not work in fluorescent lighting even though the rest of us had no choice. If you work in a office environment that you do not have control over do not beat yourself up about it. Simply do what you can within your means to change the lighting that you can. Or educate the co-workers you can influence to make a change.
• No drugs OTC or Other
Many drug side effects “small print” will list weight gain etc. as a reaction that can happen when taking.
Ask you doctor first!
If you are on meds prescribed by your doctor I do not think it is a good idea to stop cold turkey
The Rest of this list is what I call the “No Duh” List – LOL
Don’t Eat Trans Fats
Don’t Eat Fast Food
Do Not Consume High Fructose Corn Syrup
Do Not Consume Monosodium Glutamate (MSG)
Do Not Eat Foods with Nitrates
Do Not Eat Foods with Artificial Sweeteners
Let’s face it – a blog post could be dedicated to each one of these!
For example; Aspartame-ew
HCG Mixing Instructions for Injection Method
HCG RX Mixing Instructions for Injections
I had done a Video showing a HCG being mixed
but thought it would help to post the 10 easy steps along with picturesÂ
HCG Mixing Supplies
Supplies
Supply List
Bacteriostatic Water – 1 Bottle Bacteriostatic Sterile Water for Injection, 30ml USP (sometime referred to as “Bac Water”)
Mixing Vial – 1 – Sterile Empty Vial 10ml
Mixing Syringe – 3ML SYRINGE/NEEDLE 25 Gauge (but you can also just use on of the insulin needles)
Diabetic syringes , .5cc, 30 gauge, 5/16″ needle (You will need enough to use one per day)
Buy HCG Online
My favorite “GO TO” for ordering RX HCG :
Reliablerxpharmacy
HCG comes in different brand names – I have used Hucog, Corion, and Noverall
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10 Easy Step by Step HCG Mixing Instructions:
1 – Make sure you are working on a sterile surface and do not touch your needle back to any surface after you start, to keep it sterile
2 – Remove the plastic tab lid off of the Bacteriostatic water (30 ml container with the pink lid) and off the HCG (you will see powder or what looks like a small white tablet in the bottom of the very small HCG vial).
3 – Then clean the tops of the sterile vial (sterile vial has a shiny green metal lid with a rubber stopper in the center), the bacteriostatic water and the HCG with an alcohol wipe.
HCG Vial
4 – Pull up the plunger on your large mixing syringe to 1 ml. Then put the needle into the bacteriostatic water and inject the air into the water. Then immediately pull out 1 ml of water. (It works best if you put the bottle upside down, with the needle underneath the bottle and pull the water out).
5 – Inject that water into the vial of HCG slowly and then withdraw 1 ml of air from the hCG vial, being careful not to draw out any of the liquid.
6 – Swirl HCG vial gently DO NOT SHAKE to completely reconstitute the hCG, with out shaking. This avoids adding too many air bubbles.
7 – Draw out the liquid HCG, using your mixing syringe again. Hold the hCG vial upside down and needle underneath the HCG, with just barely the tip of the needle into the bottle, so that you can get out all the HCG.
1 ml bac water
8 – Then, inject the 1 ml of liquid HCG into your sterile mixing vial.
9 – Pull out 3 ml of bacteriostatic water 3 times for a total of 9 ml of Bac water added to the 1 ml of HCG in the mixing vial (use the method of the bottle upside down and your needle underneath, when you draw out the water.)
Add 3 ml bac water 3X
10 – Now that the HCG is mixed it must be kept refrigerated. Store in a safe area of the fridge where the cold temperature will be most consistent.I also like to wrap the vial with foil to also help insulate it.
HCG Dose Example
I prefer to load the syringe just past the “20” mark but less that “25” That seems to be my “sweet spot” . You may need to adjust depending on if you experience hunger etc.
I have always purchased the 5000 iu which will mix for a 40 day round. If you want to freeze after mixing you can as long as you load the individual syringes then freeze.
Note – There is another mixing method that uses less Bac water. I tried that mixing method which is using 5 ml instead of 10.
I did the 5ML Bac Water the last recent rounds that were quite some time ago now (I did it to save on the bac water).
I dosed lower at around 15-20 till I found my “sweet spot” once again.I didn’t have a lot of weight to lose and got to goal well before the 23 day round completed. I think less fat to lose and HCG potency allowed for lower dosing.
Every body is different so I am just letting you know my personal experience.
Goal Planning for a Healthy New Year!
 HCG – Planning for a Healthy New Year!
Happy New Year Everyone!
I am so excited for all of you who have had an amazing journey so far and experienced the benefits of HCG.
Those of you gearing up for the new year of of transformation I am equally excited for you because I know what the future holds your you!
I want to include this article that I read because outside of HCG as a method there is a lot to say about keeping yourself accountable and really having a clear picture of where you want to be. It’s not just about fitting in clothes you have your eye on or a number on the scale and measuring tape. Good health and being able to feel and move the way you want to is a wonderful GIFT!
Be Blessed and Prosperous with all that this New Year has to offer us!
Your Plan For A New YOU
By Kevin DiDonato MS, CSCS, CES
You know what I really love?…. A List!
They keep you organized, on track, and are a GREAT way to MEASURE success.
And with this year ending and new one beginning, what can YOU do to make your HEALTH and WELLNESS a top priority?
Start a NEW list.
One which will hold you ACCOUNTABLE for all of your health, weight, and wellness goals!
So here is a good way to get started.
Better grab your pen and paper, and get ready to plan your new year and a NEW YOU.
Step #1: Where Do You See Your Weight/Health In The Coming Year?
Have you started out every year the same?
You’re gung-ho about eating right, going to the gym, and exercising for about three weeks, then you quit.
You stop seeing results and you say the heck with it!
The first step is to sit down and clarify what YOU want for next year.
Do you want to drop a dress size?
Do you want to fit into your skinny jeans again?
Whatever the goal, write it down.
Writing it down may keep you accountable
and hold you to accomplishing your goal
Step #2: Develop A Path To Your Goal.
Everyone needs a path or a plan.
A way to go from point A to point B!
What is your path?
Having small steps or goals may help you move
successfully from point A to point B
The goals are small, and you should have no trouble accomplishing them.
With each goal you accomplish, it may build your self-esteem and confidence.
Instead of your goal being a HUGE mountain to climb, you break it down into manageable steps that may make it easier to reach the TOP.
Step #3: Determine Where You Need To “Cut The Fat.”
This one can apply to almost any area in your life.
It could be financial, personal or business, and your health.
You should look at your diet and determine where you can make changes.
Do you stop for a muffin?
Is there a better option?
So here is how to cut the fat!
Keep track of everything you eat in a food journal.
Keep track of it for a few days, a week, or even a month.
Write down everything!
Anything you eat, drink, or any supplements you take should be entered into your journal.
Determine how many calories you are eating each day and then determine where you need to make changes.
Or you need to ADD food to your diet.
This may help you keep track of when and what you eat
It may even surprise you.
Step #4: Now That You Have A Food Journal, The Next Step Is To Fix Your Problem-Eating Areas.
Now you need to determine where changes are needed.
You found you are lacking calories: Find a time for a snack or add fruit and vegetables to any meal.
You found you overeat: Find ways to spread your calorie intake throughout your day.
Whatever your problem areas are, now is the RIGHT time to develop a plan to fix them.
Step #5: Determine How To Fit More Exercise Into Your Day.
Are you a person who has a hard time fitting exercise in?
Or do you dread going to the gym and sweating?
I can’t really help you with the sweating; it is just a natural process!
Increasing physical activity may be the BEST option
 for losing weight and improving overall health
Exercise may alter cholesterol levels, increase good hormones flowing throughout your brain, and you may BURN extra calories.
Now is the time to figure out what might be the best exercise for you, and go for it.
Remember: You need to develop the RIGHT plan for you.
Exercise in the morning or with a friend.
When there is a will, there is a way!
Step #6:Re-evaluate
This is the time to check your progress.
And this MUST be built into your plan.
This is where you take a good look at your goals, your success so far, and then determine where you need to change.
If it’s working and you are happy, then just keep going.
If you are bored and not feeling challenged, then mix it up and make it more challenging.
By building re-evaluations into your plan, it allows you to honestly
look at your plan and change what isn’t working
Set Yourself Up For Success
Developing a successful plan for yourself may lead you down the road to better health and wellness.
Your plan should have short- and long-term goals; and with every milestone, a reward for accomplishing your goal.
You may also need to change a few things.
Adding exercise and paying really close attention may help you accomplish your weight loss goals.
Possibly in a shorter time!
Whatever your goals are, you need to RE-EVALUATE and determine if your goals are still what you want or what you desire.
My Favorite GOAL Mentor:
You Got This!
How to Get REAL HCG
The Online Site I Preferred to Buy My HCG from
It was brought to my attention that the online site I had purchased my 1st batch of HCG from is no longer functioning,the site was Pharmacy Escrow. After that purchase I found out that Pharmacy escrow and All Day Chemist were one in the same. I don’t know this for fact but wonder if the company simply decided to have the whole thing be under the All Day Chemist name. The second purchase I made was with Reliablerxpharmacy.com. I liked their prices and YES they were reliable!
After that I did buy from All Day Chemist so I could advise based on experience if someone asked my opinion.That site was fine, I wasn’t thrilled by the payment method they use but I got what I ordered with out any issue.
Below is an except of an older post of which HCGÂ I bought and the supplies I needed as well.
A prescription wasn’t needed. I prefer to get Hucog brand or the generic version of it. I have also used Corion and it was fine too. To save on the shipping and handling I always purchased 3 at a time. And since I preferred to do 40 day rounds I would buy 5000 iu. I have the mixing breakdown on this blog for both 5000 iu and 2000 iu. But I am most familiar with the 5000 iu. The bacteriostatic water can be bought online from medical supply and even bodybuilder websites. My very first round I bought a supply “kit” hcgbasics.com that had everything to get started except for the hcg. After that because I had examples at my fingertips of what I needed I would get everything on my own.
Link to How to Mix HCG
Link to How to HCG Mix Directions
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