Simeons HCG protocol--May 2010

[MandyRae7]

Dang it! I"m at 123 today but I think its because of TOM - tomorrow phase 3 begins, hoping I'm back down so I don't have to do a steak day right away in phase 3! Big weekend planned

[Calli777]

Originally Posted by Victrola

Okay, I take back what I've been saying about grapefruit. I got the red one, and with Splenda it wasn't bad! I can definitely see myself using it as my fruit.

And, yes, yes, I use Splenda and I'm not going to stop.

Also, only lost one pound over the last two days, so the grand total so far is P2VLCD18 and 16.4 pounds released.

You and I are running about the same. I'm down 16.8 on Day 17. Ive noticed that if I dont see BERNICE in 4 days the loss will drop to .6 or so and then when I have the smooth move the next day I release at the least 1.2.

[Victrola]

Yeah, I haven't seem very much of Bernice in a few days. She swung by yesterday, but didn't stay long and brought a pretty lousy housewarming gift.

[Calli777]

Originally Posted by Victrola

Yeah, I haven't seem very much of Bernice in a few days. She swung by yesterday, but didn't stay long and brought a pretty lousy housewarming gift.

Damn houseguests, I swear!!!!

[Calli777]

I just bought some Stevia seeds! Ive never seen them before now and they're sprouting up already. Now...I dont have a clue what I will do with them but I'm gonna figure that part out for sure!!!

Hey Vic....want me to send ya some??

[debkeversole]

Originally Posted by Calli777

I just bought some Stevia seeds! Ive never seen them before now and they're sprouting up already. Now...I dont have a clue what I will do with them but I'm gonna figure that part out for sure!!!

Hey Vic....want me to send ya some??

Cool! we need progress pics of their growth!!

i always want some Ma huang seeds ephedra *sigh*

[Selahgal]

Originally Posted by Calli777

I just bought some Stevia seeds! Ive never seen them before now and they're sprouting up already. Now...I dont have a clue what I will do with them but I'm gonna figure that part out for sure!!!

That's why I've never tried to grow stevia ... nary a clue what to do with it once it's grown!! And I'm a pretty fair gardener!!

[shebasmudder]

Originally Posted by wishbone

I have heard some of you say that we should avoid some skin products. I posted the thing about Haileys because there are times that I absolutely have to use the Aquaphor or GO NUTS!! The ingrdients are :
Active ingredient: Petrolatum 41%
Inactive ingredients: Mineral oil, Ceresin, Lanolin Alcohol, Panthenol, Glycerin, Bisabolol


I don't know if this stuff is a no-no....but at least it has not stopped the weight from coming off. What a Blessing!! I know that each and everyone of us are different. So...if you have to use something for whatever reason....GO FOR IT !! If the weight comes off a little slower...so be it.

JAN

Jan - Mineral oil and glycerin are fine. You make have to google ceresin to find out what it is.

Originally Posted by wishbone

Oh....I forgot to say the scale was good to me finally!!
Down 1.5 this morning. I'm gonna tell the Haileys to STUFF IT !!!!

Great Job !

Originally Posted by Victrola

Okay, I take back what I've been saying about grapefruit. I got the red one, and with Splenda it wasn't bad! I can definitely see myself using it as my fruit.

And, yes, yes, I use Splenda and I'm not going to stop.

Also, only lost one pound over the last two days, so the grand total so far is P2VLCD18 and 16.4 pounds released.

Wow, you're doing AWESOME !

[Calli777]

Originally Posted by Selahgal

That's why I've never tried to grow stevia ... nary a clue what to do with it once it's grown!! And I'm a pretty fair gardener!!

Apparently it is not easy to grow....check out this link I just found.

How to Grow Stevia | Growing Stevia | Grow Stevia Plant | Stevia Cafe

[kerbear879]

Hey everyone..I know I have been gone about 2 weeks..but my boyfriend was in a very serious car accident 2 weeks ago and it's turned my world upside down. He's still in the ICU and has not woken up yet. He's going to have a very very long recovery. So I probably won't be around much these days. Good luck to everyone who's starting the hcg or continuing with it.

If anyone is interested in seeing how Chad (my boyfriend) is doing, we have a support page on Facebook - Chad Robert Smith Support Group.

[Calli777]

Originally Posted by kerbear879

Hey everyone..I know I have been gone about 2 weeks..but my boyfriend was in a very serious car accident 2 weeks ago and it's turned my world upside down. He's still in the ICU and has not woken up yet. He's going to have a very very long recovery. So I probably won't be around much these days. Good luck to everyone who's starting the hcg or continuing with it.

If anyone is interested in seeing how Chad (my boyfriend) is doing, we have a support page on Facebook - Chad Robert Smith Support Group.

Oh Kerri I am so sorry to hear about this. You and Chad will be in my prayers.

[debkeversole]

Originally Posted by kerbear879

Hey everyone..I know I have been gone about 2 weeks..but my boyfriend was in a very serious car accident 2 weeks ago and it's turned my world upside down. He's still in the ICU and has not woken up yet. He's going to have a very very long recovery. So I probably won't be around much these days. Good luck to everyone who's starting the hcg or continuing with it.

If anyone is interested in seeing how Chad (my boyfriend) is doing, we have a support page on Facebook - Chad Robert Smith Support Group.

:aprayer :

[Gracie514]

Originally Posted by kerbear879

Hey everyone..I know I have been gone about 2 weeks..but my boyfriend was in a very serious car accident 2 weeks ago and it's turned my world upside down. He's still in the ICU and has not woken up yet. He's going to have a very very long recovery. So I probably won't be around much these days. Good luck to everyone who's starting the hcg or continuing with it.

If anyone is interested in seeing how Chad (my boyfriend) is doing, we have a support page on Facebook - Chad Robert Smith Support Group.

Oh my goodness, I am so sorry about your boyfriend. That is horrible. I will be praying for his full recovery and for you & his family.

[shebasmudder]

Originally Posted by kerbear879

Hey everyone..I know I have been gone about 2 weeks..but my boyfriend was in a very serious car accident 2 weeks ago and it's turned my world upside down. He's still in the ICU and has not woken up yet. He's going to have a very very long recovery. So I probably won't be around much these days. Good luck to everyone who's starting the hcg or continuing with it.

If anyone is interested in seeing how Chad (my boyfriend) is doing, we have a support page on Facebook - Chad Robert Smith Support Group.

I am praying for a speedy recovery.

[newjeneed]

Originally Posted by FatFatnomore

I did the same thing. I was doing low carb for months, and then about 4 days before I started protocol, I started eating carbs and I ate like crazy for 4 days and gained 10 pounds before starting protocol! I'm on VLCD 6 today though and I've already lost 13.6 pounds. I just wish I hadn't gained those 10 pounds right before protocol cause then I would have lost 13 NEW pounds and I'd be at a new low weight that I haven't seen in a LONG time. Learn from my mistake and try to control yourself between now and Saturday. lol

The protocol DEFINITELY works though. I'm a HUGE believer now that I've seen how quickly it has worked on me.

Make sure you load on lots and lots of fats instead of carbs so that you won't feel hungry once you start your VLCD.

Good Luck! I can't wait to see your results!

I wish I had listened to you before I ate fried chicken at lunch today UGH I need to start. I have noticed that when I skip dinner I can get away with more carbs but thats just A BAD BAD mental state to be in.

GRRRrrrr I'm ready to start!

[newjeneed]

Originally Posted by Victrola

Okay, I take back what I've been saying about grapefruit. I got the red one, and with Splenda it wasn't bad! I can definitely see myself using it as my fruit.

And, yes, yes, I use Splenda and I'm not going to stop.

Also, only lost one pound over the last two days, so the grand total so far is P2VLCD18 and 16.4 pounds released.

Um yeah, this whole Stevia thing has been pretty interesting. I have no intention of switching from Splenda, I lost 100lbs using it so it can be bad for me. Stevia tastes like feet to me.

[newjeneed]

Originally Posted by Gracie514

Deb ~ I totally 100% agree on the homeopathic working - I'm down nearly 50 pounds so far Whoever is telling you that hhcg doesn't work is probably making a LOT of money off of you on injections.

Thanks Deb and Gracie... I think I just get nervous when approaching a new WOE... truth of the matter is that people think Atkins doesn't work and that's just as NOT true. I think everyone's crazy losses is what makes people so skeptical. I mean, this stuff sounds so potent it seems like you need an Rx!

[newjeneed]

Originally Posted by Gracie514

Deb ~ I totally 100% agree on the homeopathic working - I'm down nearly 50 pounds so far

Just re-read this... 50lbs say WHAT?!!

I just figured out who you were... I've been reading the old threads and you changed your pic! I think you answered my original question about HCG in someone's journal.

Congrats girl, you are kicking tail!

[Bob1956]

Originally Posted by Dedee62

Hello all. Don't recognize most of you, but I've been on maintenance since this last October. I managed to screw up on that so am now doing a 5th round to lose what I've gained by not staying on track. Today was load day 1. I forgot how bad load days are trying to force feed myself. I'm looking forward to Monday and beginning the 500 cals. I really don't have any questions since I'm an old veteran of the protocol, just wanted to say hi. And I need to come here to keep myself accountable.

Come On Deedee, Anyone who knows you, knows that you are the queen of loading. Chocolate Kisses in the Peanut butter! I just happen to pop by and seen you laying into some one about a 4 lb. window. I remember you are by the book (INTENTIONAL). I know you will keep them straight here. Like to say good luck but your not going to need it, once again you'll rock this protocol. See ya.

[Victrola]

Newjeneed, we can be the board's Splenda sisters!

Calli, you can KEEP your Stevia!

[Victrola]

Oh, and ladies, I had my monthly doctor appointment today. My doctor told me that the pharmacist he got my HCG from told him that the price of the injectables is about to jump BUT that there will be a sublingual PILL available! It will be RX but in pill form, once a day only!

He'll have it for me for my next round. Yay! Fingers crossed that it works just as well.

[shebasmudder]

Originally Posted by Victrola

Oh, and ladies, I had my monthly doctor appointment today. My doctor told me that the pharmacist he got my HCG from told him that the price of the injectables is about to jump BUT that there will be a sublingual PILL available! It will be RX but in pill form, once a day only!

He'll have it for me for my next round. Yay! Fingers crossed that it works just as well.

That should be interesting. Do you know what dosage you get in your injections ? I wonder what they are going to do for people who need a smaller or even greater dosage ?

[Victrola]

Originally Posted by stinastina

That should be interesting. Do you know what dosage you get in your injections ? I wonder what they are going to do for people who need a smaller or even greater dosage ?

My dosage is 175, but I don't know what percentage of that is the actual HCG.

Good question about the dosage differences! I know that the vast majority of subq injections are 175. My guess is that it will be the equivalent.

Of course, the pharmacy is a compounding pharmacy, so they may end up doing things a little differently.

[shebasmudder]

Originally Posted by Victrola

My dosage is 175, but I don't know what percentage of that is the actual HCG.

Good question about the dosage differences! I know that the vast majority of subq injections are 175. My guess is that it will be the equivalent.

Of course, the pharmacy is a compounding pharmacy, so they may end up doing things a little differently.

The thing is, those people who do injections and order theirs overseas are able to change their dosage with their needle. People use between 125iu- 175 iu, whatever is necessary to keep hunger away. If someone took a pill that was 175iu and it didn't work, that would be a huge waste of money. What happens is people start off at high doses and then tweak it so they don't have hunger. I think dosage tweaking is SO VERY important in the protocol. What works for one person may not work for another. I don't believe in one-szie-fits-all healthcare anyways.

[Victrola]

Well, if it works for my dosage then that will work for me. And if it works for others at that same dose then it will make for some happy patients!

[shebasmudder]

Originally Posted by Victrola

Well, if it works for my dosage then that will work for me. And if it works for others at that same dose then it will make for some happy patients!

Good luck with that. It is very fortunate you have done EXCEEDINGLY well on at 175iu.

I worry about everyone else, though. Wonder what kind of fillers they will add to make a pill or if this is something the pharmacist has decided to make on his own. Enough wondering ! I will go ask at the yahoo group if anyone has tried something like it.

[debkeversole]

Originally Posted by newjeneed

Just re-read this... 50lbs say WHAT?!!

I just figured out who you were... I've been reading the old threads and you changed your pic! I think you answered my original question about HCG in someone's journal.

Congrats girl, you are kicking tail!

bragging alert here too DH has lost 46 DS14 has lost 50 and i lost about 35 on homeopathic a friend sent me some RX cause i was out of money and i ended up losing a total of 50 between the RX and homeopathic

Originally Posted by Victrola

Oh, and ladies, I had my monthly doctor appointment today. My doctor told me that the pharmacist he got my HCG from told him that the price of the injectables is about to jump BUT that there will be a sublingual PILL available! It will be RX but in pill form, once a day only!



He'll have it for me for my next round. Yay! Fingers crossed that it works just as well.

girl i hate to say it but that doc sounds like he is trying to milk u.. way cheaper to get your Rx for yourself ........ IDK about the pill sounds like it would be way easier!!

ETA i hadn't thought about the dosage adjustments!! eek we are doing 125 IU and the IU means international units of HCG so you are getting 175 of it

[chris112775]

i totally agree that the homeo works - but for me personally (my specific brand asked me to do 6 drops - 6x a day) i found i was forgetting, or in the middle of something, or didn't do it as told - also, i'm a complete diet failure (unfortunately) so not having the accountability to go and answer to someone weekly or whatever it may be....i wasn't taking it as seriously as i should. i know i should have that self control within myself, but i just don't - and i do better when i know i have to answer to someone else and talk thru it - that 2nd set of eyes also helps to read what i've eaten and what i may be doing wrong.

the once a day shot seems better able to fit my lifestyle.

today is my first day of VLCD - i am kind of hungry today i must say but i drank 2 liters of water so i'm hoping that will help

if i can get thru today i can get thru this cycle and once i see those lbs coming off i know it'll be even more of a motivation.

today so far i've had:

coffee w/spoonful of skim milk
10 strawberries
lunch: 3.5 oz grilled chicken breast w 2 cups of lettuce and walden farms ranch dressing
snack: grissini breadstick
dinner: cabbage mixed with 96% ground beef and a little braggs aminos

i'm a caffeine junky so today sucked - going to get some truvia/stevia tomorrow so i can have some tea during the day to help with that - major headache today

[Victrola]

Originally Posted by debkeversole

bragging alert here too DH has lost 46 DS14 has lost 50 and i lost about 35 on homeopathic a friend sent me some RX cause i was out of money and i ended up losing a total of 50 between the RX and homeopathic



girl i hate to say it but that doc sounds like he is trying to milk u.. way cheaper to get your Rx for yourself ........ IDK about the pill sounds like it would be way easier!!

ETA i hadn't thought about the dosage adjustments!! eek we are doing 125 IU and the IU means international units of HCG so you are getting 175 of it

No, he's not trying to milk me. He has nothing to do with the actual product!

In fact, I think I'll call the pharmacy myself to get the details.

[Victrola]

I just left a message for the pharmacist to return my call but have also done a bit of research. Apparently it is rx, it is still hcg, but it's just a pretty new form.

The injections are no problem for me, but I'd already been wondering how to continue while traveling (and how to keep the vial cold!) so I am happy to try the pills. Oh, and it looks like they're not something you swallow; they're meant to be held under the tongue till they dissolve.