Simeons Protocol (HCG) January 2010

[Rory]

Starting VLCD 7 today down 11.9 pounds this morning.

[debkeversole]

Originally Posted by Rory

Starting VLCD 7 today down 11.9 pounds this morning.

GO RORY!! GO RORY!!

[donia]

I've decided that last night was going to be my last dose for this round. I lost half a pound today, so at least that's something. I'm embarking on the dreaded 72 as of now. I lost 24 lbs in 24 VLCDs. Not too shabby and yes, I count my load weight in there. Looking forward to an omlette from my fave Mexican place soon. I'm taking 3 weeks off and then doing another round. Yay for me! (cross posted)

[FitAtForty]

no fair- I'm on R1P2 and drooling over that pizza picture- OMG
oh well in time I to shall be able to try it...... it looks totally dinvine and awesome-

[dawnyama]

Originally Posted by CandySanDiego

I thought I knew all the Yahoo groups for HCG but I don't seem to have seen the one with Harmony Grace moderating. Must look for it.

YaaHooooooo! Can't help thinking about those Yahoo ads.

-C

Her signature is CC and she is really known as Cindy Cox. She has a book out by that name. Barbara is the one who told us this....way back!!

[40winks]

I'm down exactly a pound today (vlcd #10, sublingual HCG), so I've lost 14.4 lb. from my start weight. I slept great, I feel great. My clothes are fitting better, my posture is better. HCG is amazing!!!

[Bob1956]

Originally Posted by mlilly11

I won't turn into a wild woman, I promise!

I didn't think so.

Originally Posted by mlilly11

Yesterday was my LIW. So I'm stuck in the dreaded VLCD with no hcg for the next two days. Already my weight is up +1 lb. Boooo! Well, I had a late dinner last night (7:30) as I got home from work late. Went to bed about an hour later, and don't think I got all my water in for the day. I'd like to be back to LIW before enjoying my eggs on Sunday.

Have a safe and wonderful weekend!

Lilly the first 48 hrs. aren't bad, but that last 24, are a killer for me. Just hang in there, those eggs and cheese are coming.

Originally Posted by klittle

Good Morning everyone!! Today is VLCD #12 for me. I had a 1.1 loss this morning for a total of 11.7. Yea!!! I am so happy with this protocol. Yes, the variety of food gets a little boring, but the results are so worth it. I'm still surprised at how easy this protocol has been for me. Amazing!!!

Wishing everyone great losses today!!!

Kristy, your doing great. This protocol IS the best.

Originally Posted by dawnyama

And the "correct" recipe is on page 2, where she puts in 2 cups of mozzarella cheese with the 1 cup of cheddar. So please keep reading!!! There is even a tweak to where you can have your own personal pizza size if portion control is a problem for you!!!

Dawn, I got the 2nd one, the correction to the 1st. Not only am I going to eat it as pizza, I'm going to make one and eat it with your chicken dip if it's crispy enough

[KMM]

Originally Posted by FitAtForty

Question for the gals- have any of you had issues w/your TOM while on protocol? I normally have a 5 day cycle and this is the first month while on protocol and have have had my TOM going on 10 days now.... not heavy these past few days but this is totally not the norm for me and TOM? I am doing the Hhcg sublingual and am on R1Pd vlcd#12? Totally weird

Yup.. it's normal.
It'll make it all sorts of wonky.

[wmac]

Some days are soooo frustrating! I really thought I would lose more today. I am only down .2! I drank more water and stayed very intentional. I found the grissini and ate one of those..I am wondering if that was the problem
Today I used a green apple in my salad and only half and no grissini! I hope tomorrow is better.

[Dizzybell]

Originally Posted by Emmytheshiba

This morning I woke up to much much happier skin AND a .8 lb loss!

I can hear the angels singing!!

Originally Posted by FitAtForty

Question for the gals- have any of you had issues w/your TOM while on protocol? I normally have a 5 day cycle and this is the first month while on protocol and have have had my TOM going on 10 days now.... not heavy these past few days but this is totally not the norm for me and TOM? I am doing the Hhcg sublingual and am on R1Pd vlcd#12? Totally weird

Mine comes every 3 weeks when I'm on protocol, I basically hemorrhage for 4-5 days, and it lingers another 4-5. Small price to pay, and then it goes back to normal.

[klittle]

Originally Posted by wmac

Some days are soooo frustrating! I really thought I would lose more today. I am only down .2! I drank more water and stayed very intentional. I found the grissini and ate one of those..I am wondering if that was the problem
Today I used a green apple in the my salad and only half and no grissini! I hope tomorrow is better.

I'm new to this, only 12 days in, but I have found that I will have a small loss one day, then a bigger loss the next. Hopefully you will have a great loss tomorrow.

[Coconutty]

This day 2 of my interruption and my weight held steady this morning after eating plenty of fat yesterday! I was needlessly a little nervous before weighing. Sometimes I can't quite believe this protocol and how you can go from eating 500 calories to triple the amount without gaining! I hadn't noticed significant changes in my body looking in the mirror, until last weekend when it seemed like my belly had suddenly noticeably shrunk. I guess it's apparent to others as I've started to get some comments on my weight loss this week. I'm going to go back on the juice on Sun or Mon.

Originally Posted by Bob1956

Good morning All. Today is VLCD 30 of R3, and my weight is 182.5 lbs., the same as yesterday. After today, only three more days on the juice. Monday will be my last injection date, no matter what my weight is. Gotta go. Everyone have a great and INTENTIONAL day.

Woo Hoo! The end is in sight!!! Must feel real good!

Originally Posted by dawnyama

I made it for dinner last night and put it next to the Digorno I made for the family. Could not tell the difference by looking that they were different. Hubby loved, loved the low carb version. He could tell it was different, but different in a good delicious way!!! I totally suggest you try it!! And while I am embarrassed to admit this.....I ate about 1/2 of it!!!

Sounds real good. I'll have to try that one.

Originally Posted by Emmytheshiba

Yayyy! Thank you everyone for sending good ju-ju to my skin! Happy to report that it's MUCH more comfortable today (Also shout out to my Mama who seems to be on the big Losers' train! Yayy!!!)

Well today's report is much nicer than yesterday's! After practically opening a drug store out of my own bathroom (Candy I laughed out loud when I read that! ) I think I found something helpful. Last night my skin was UNBEARABLE so I straight up slathered on cortizone cream, thinking "to the wind with a loss tomorrow." This morning I woke up to much much happier skin AND a .8 lb loss! I was expecting to have to do an apple day and instead I'm down almost another pound!!! I'm within 5 lbs of my r1 ldw...creepin' along but with happier skin!

Thanks all for the love...I love you all too!!!! Hope you have wonderful losses, maintains, and shrinkages, you schmexy thangs!

Yay for happy skin and a .8lb loss!! I'd hate to add another product to your drug store, but I want to tell you that in the past I've bought hydrocortizone in a clear gel. I believe it was oil free. Maybe you can look for that if you're still worried about using the cream.

Originally Posted by debkeversole

guys i am inhaling HWC like there is no tomorrow! i might need a 12 step program!!

Deb, step away from the HWC!!

Originally Posted by Rory

Starting VLCD 7 today down 11.9 pounds this morning.

Great job!!

Originally Posted by donia

I've decided that last night was going to be my last dose for this round. I lost half a pound today, so at least that's something. I'm embarking on the dreaded 72 as of now. I lost 24 lbs in 24 VLCDs. Not too shabby and yes, I count my load weight in there. Looking forward to an omlette from my fave Mexican place soon. I'm taking 3 weeks off and then doing another round. Yay for me! (cross posted)

Congrats! I don't find the 72 hours dreaded as all. Maybe it's a psychological thing, but I guess knowing what I will be able to eat in a couple days makes the cravings/head hunger calm down and I feel fine!

Originally Posted by 40winks

I'm down exactly a pound today (vlcd #10, sublingual HCG), so I've lost 14.4 lb. from my start weight. I slept great, I feel great. My clothes are fitting better, my posture is better. HCG is amazing!!!

WOW!! Excellent results!

Originally Posted by wmac

Some days are soooo frustrating! I really thought I would lose more today. I am only down .2! I drank more water and stayed very intentional. I found the grissini and ate one of those..I am wondering if that was the problem
Today I used a green apple in my salad and only half and no grissini! I hope tomorrow is better.

All the loses count. Congrats on being .2 down! I find that after the first week I rarely see loses for more than 2 days in a row. But in the end it all adds up to a significant loss. Dr. S. mentioned that women may not see a change on the scale on a daily basis due to hormones, water being retained and lost, etc. So relax, stay intentional, and the weight will whoosh away!

[mrscapiii]

VLCD 5, down 5 lbs. including loading weight.

I had some ground chicken left over from making 4 servings of spicy chipotle chili yesterday so I spiced it up to use for lettuce wraps. It was so good I thought I would share.

Spiced Beef for Lettuce Wraps - 2 servings
7 oz. ground chicken or very lean ground beef
2 Tbls minced onion
1/2 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp garam masala
1/4 tsp coriander
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (use more or less to taste)
4 sprays liquid aminos
4 Tbls. chicken broth
salt to taste

Brown the ground chicken/beef and drain well. Add spices, aminos, and broth to ground meat and simmer until broth is evaporated.

[dawnyama]

Originally Posted by wmac

Some days are soooo frustrating! I really thought I would lose more today. I am only down .2! I drank more water and stayed very intentional. I found the grissini and ate one of those..I am wondering if that was the problem
Today I used a green apple in my salad and only half and no grissini! I hope tomorrow is better.

Sweetie,

I would not short yourself on the food. You are allowed only so little food. Please eat all allowed food EVERY DAY!!!! You will have days where you lose, (and lose big!!), where you will lose a bit (like you did today) and then when you gain (GASP!!). It is all explained in P&I and it is to be expected. This is not a straight downward trend on the scale for any of us. Please reconsider taking any food out of your day. These blips happen to us all.

[traceym1]

Hi
I am on day 28 and losing great! I think I will go 23 more days and do the 48 hours with out the hhcg and move on to P3 the day of my birthday, feb 26th. That my husband can take me out to dinner. I am hoping I am at goal by then or very, very close.
I have a question. I have two boxes of melba toast. One box the melba was circles and the new box I just opened are rectangles and appear larger. I had those today and am hoping they are the correct ones. Any opinions?
Also, when entering P3 is it okay to have Organic Almond butter? A Tablespoon now and then sounds wonderful.

Tracey

[debkeversole]

Originally Posted by traceym1

Hi
I am on day 28 and losing great! I think I will go 23 more days and do the 48 hours with out the hhcg and move on to P3 the day of my birthday, feb 26th. That my husband can take me out to dinner. I am hoping I am at goal by then or very, very close.
I have a question. I have two boxes of melba toast. One box the melba was circles and the new box I just opened are rectangles and appear larger. I had those today and am hoping they are the correct ones. Any opinions?
Also, when entering P3 is it okay to have Organic Almond butter? A Tablespoon now and then sounds wonderful.

Tracey

[lbecker28]

I am gathering items I need to start a round and wondered if anyone is taking a multi-vitamin that is not causing a stall. If so, what brand? Thanks!

[FitAtForty]

Good morning to all and happy saturday.... well up & @ 'em early today since DH could not sleep so guess who is up now @ 4:45am?!?! arghhhh
anyhow daily weigh in produced no loss or gain- holding steady on vlcd#13 and thats fine with me- I know the body needs time to adjust to the daily losses so I'm totally content in staying put w/no loss.... I'm melting inches though I can feel it??! hahahahah
Anyhow hope you all have a great OP day and stay intentional- we can do this remember.... we are not alone!! till next time rock on my friends!!

[Bob1956]

Good morning All. Todays is VLCD 31 of R3, and my weight today is 181.5 lbs., A 1 lb loss from yesterday. Two more days on hCG left, I'm a little excited that that phase of my protocol might be over for good. I'm thinking of joining Bootcamp, but not 100% sure. Can't wait to start eating P3. Gotta go now, see you guys later.
Everyone have a great and INTENTIONAL day

[Bob1956]

Originally Posted by Coconutty

This day 2 of my interruption and my weight held steady this morning after eating plenty of fat yesterday! I was needlessly a little nervous before weighing. Sometimes I can't quite believe this protocol and how you can go from eating 500 calories to triple the amount without gaining! I hadn't noticed significant changes in my body looking in the mirror, until last weekend when it seemed like my belly had suddenly noticeably shrunk. I guess it's apparent to others as I've started to get some comments on my weight loss this week. I'm going to go back on the juice on Sun or Mon.



Woo Hoo! The end is in sight!!! Must feel real good!

Alisa, the end is in sight, and it does feel good. I see that the interruption is going well, it will recharge you, so when you back to P2 you can deal with it better. Your doing agreat job. KUTGW.

[dlkin91]

Good Morning my friends! I am down 1.2 lbs today and 3.8 lbs down under previous LDW. Meanwhile some time next week I will have to put a new hole in my belt and all the clothes that were tight on me after my last round are really starting to get loose! One of the ladies doing HHCG "quietly" told me she is down 6 lbs and is absolutely feeling great. See I love this protocol, I am going to shout it from the roof top and I do not care who knows it!. (I love the movie ELF) Anyway we are kicking some serious hiney and we are moving towards our goals and I am very thankful for everyone of you. Those of you who are not seeing the huge losses I feel your frustration but just focus on the inches part because I have lost only 3.8 lbs in 15 days due to being over LDW from last round but I am moving in the right direction and so are you. Thankfully we have not placed our lives on hold while we run down our new bodies. Enjoy the journey!

[dlkin91]

Originally Posted by FitAtForty

good morning to all and happy friday finally!! Wowzah has this week dragged on.... course the bitter cold temps here in ND make everything seem more unbearable.... totally drains ya after after.... BUT it has not drained our energy for DH & I on this protocol.... we are committed & 100% intentional.... We both were down .8 this morning..... I am @ almost 12 lbs gone fever and DH is around -19.... so we are proud of ourselves and how far we have come in this short time- vlcd12 anyhow off for now good day to all- p.s. tried the vaseline all over my hands w/gloves to bed @ night and it really helped alot- tks to all.... will have to be a nightly ritual now till these alligator paws heal... teehee

Congrats Fit! way to work protocol and find ways to stay within plan and get desired results to boot!

[JayJayRox]

Originally Posted by Bob1956

Good morning All. Todays is VLCD 31 of R3, and my weight today is 181.5 lbs., A 1 lb loss from yesterday. Two more days on hCG left, I'm a little excited that that phase of my protocol might be over for good. I'm thinking of joining Bootcamp, but not 100% sure. Can't wait to start eating P3. Gotta go now, see you guys later.
Everyone have a great and INTENTIONAL day

Yay for you Bob!!!!
I am definately doing Bootcamp due to extreme difficulties I experienced on my first attempt at P3.

Originally Posted by dlkin91

Good Morning my friends! I am down 1.2 lbs today and 3.8 lbs down under previous LDW. Meanwhile some time next week I will have to put a new hole in my belt and all the clothes that were tight on me after my last round are really starting to get loose! One of the ladies doing HHCG "quietly" told me she is down 6 lbs and is absolutely feeling great. See I love this protocol, I am going to shout it from the roof top and I do not care who knows it!. (I love the movie ELF) Anyway we are kicking some serious hiney and we are moving towards our goals and I am very thankful for everyone of you. Those of you who are not seeing the huge losses I feel your frustration but just focus on the inches part because I have lost only 3.8 lbs in 15 days due to being over LDW from last round but I am moving in the right direction and so are you. Thankfully we have not placed our lives on hold while we run down our new bodies. Enjoy the journey!

We ELF also!!!!

[JayJayRox]

After a week of slow losses I dropped 1.8 this morning!!!!!

I feel encouraged this morning. HCG is a wonderfull tool, but you just have to stick with it. Sometimes I get very distrustfull of my body and worry that I will be the minority that it doesn't work on. So this mornings weigh in has me pumped!!

I had the 3 egg whites to 1 whole egg last nite. Not sure if that helped or not. I will wait afew days and try it again and hope for another nice loss.

Have a great Saturday!!

[debkeversole]

Originally Posted by dlkin91

Good Morning my friends! I am down 1.2 lbs today and 3.8 lbs down under previous LDW. Meanwhile some time next week I will have to put a new hole in my belt and all the clothes that were tight on me after my last round are really starting to get loose! One of the ladies doing HHCG "quietly" told me she is down 6 lbs and is absolutely feeling great. See I love this protocol, I am going to shout it from the roof top and I do not care who knows it!. (I love the movie ELF) Anyway we are kicking some serious hiney and we are moving towards our goals and I am very thankful for everyone of you. Those of you who are not seeing the huge losses I feel your frustration but just focus on the inches part because I have lost only 3.8 lbs in 15 days due to being over LDW from last round but I am moving in the right direction and so are you. Thankfully we have not placed our lives on hold while we run down our new bodies. Enjoy the journey!

[wmac]

Congratulations on all the great losses today!!! I too was down 3.2lbs Yipee! I was starting to think this wasn't working for me .....but then I get a great loss!
What is Bootcamp?

[dlkin91]

Originally Posted by wmac

Congratulations on all the great losses today!!! I too was down 3.2lbs Yipee! I was starting to think this wasn't working for me .....but then I get a great loss!
What is Bootcamp?

there is a P3 boot camp over on another site. Sorry I cannot say the name or it will just get edited....it apparently is a program to give extra accountability and direction as P3 is atleast in my opinion the hardest phase. Some one sort of holds your hand and answers your questions and works with you through the different things you may face.
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Congrats on the 3.2 down!!!!

[CandySanDiego]

Hope the weekend is off to a great start for everyone. Weight today is 110 - officially at revised goal. Went up a bit yesterday from 110.8 to 112.2 (Bob - I think you were right about the half & half tweaks) but after a nice visit from Bernice today back down to 110! Monday is day 21 of VLCD so will probably be my last.

Em - So happy to hear you have happy skin ... and a happy release!

Looks like lots of nice losses this morning!

Wishing everyone a successful P2, P3 or P4 weekend!

-C

[debkeversole]

Originally Posted by lbecker28

I am gathering items I need to start a round and wondered if anyone is taking a multi-vitamin that is not causing a stall. If so, what brand? Thanks!

yup we all took a multivitamin every day DH and Ds14 took a teen's one but i can't remember which one i took maybe the generic walmart brand?? i am out now or i would go look

oh and potasssium and magnesium too

[ic120soon]

Originally Posted by dlkin91

there is a P3 boot camp over on another site. Sorry I cannot say the name or it will just get edited....it apparently is a program to give extra accountability and direction as P3 is atleast in my opinion the hardest phase. Some one sort of holds your hand and answers your questions and works with you through the different things you may face.
-
Congrats on the 3.2 down!!!!

Originally Posted by CandySanDiego

Hope the weekend is off to a great start for everyone. Weight today is 110 - officially at revised goal. Went up a bit yesterday from 110.8 to 112.2 (Bob - I think you were right about the half & half tweaks) but after a nice visit from Bernice today back down to 110! Monday is day 21 of VLCD so will probably be my last.

Em - So happy to hear you have happy skin ... and a happy release!

Looks like lots of nice losses this morning!

Wishing everyone a successful P2, P3 or P4 weekend!

-C

way to go Candy!! That is so exciting girl!! I so wish my body would of let me go further then 121.2...I may do another "reshaping" round mid April unless I can get my tummy to shrink down with exercise that I will start when I'm in P4. KUTGW