Simeons HCG protocol--July 2010

[cookie34]

I just found it, plain as day:

Saccharin or other sweeteners may be used.


Why did I not see that in P&I before??

[paulabob]

Originally Posted by cookie34

TY, Soonie... that makes sense! And, yeah, I remember TAB and Diet Rite.. I still see diet Rite.. it is made w/ splenda now. I think it is gross though.

I love Diet Rite! Tangerine and Raspberry are my favorites, but I can't find it at any of my stores lately.

OMG, TAB! What a horrible drink that was!

I'm just using enough sweet-n-low to keep my yerba mate from being too bitter. I think I brew it a lot weaker than most of y'all here. I tried full strength the other day, and did notice the "ashtray" flavor.

[BlueMonday]

Originally Posted by paulabob

I love Diet Rite!

OMG, TAB! What a horrible drink that was!

I loved Tab! I remember when Diet Coke came out when I was in high school (probably dating myself here). The cafeteria carried both. And there were the "Tab" people (those of us walking around w/ our Tab can at lunch time) and the "DC" people.

Then in college, it was "Diet Pepsi" all the way. Then some time down the line I ended up choosing Diet Coke. Probably because it was more available and usually cheaper at the grocery store.

[MellaBella]

Woo Hoo!! TOM arrived on time this month so my plan is to start loading either Sunday or Monday! Can't wait! I'm addicted to this thread and enjoy reading how everyone is doing.

I REALLY hope this works for me. I need to lose between 30 - 40 lbs. I was able to maintain my weight for years at 123 - 125, but ideally my weight should be about 110 (I'd like to be on the lower range of my healthy BMI). The lowest I ever got as an adult was 116 and that was in my 20's with lots of exercise, so it will be interesting so see how low I can go. Especially since I am 47 and peri-menopausal

I would be ecstatic to lose 20 lbs. in my first round.

[RenoMom]

Cookie, I use low sodium chicken broth a lot, and I was releasing 1lb a day no problem.
It makes for some yummy chicken,cabbage soup.

[walkingwoman]

Good Morning! Congrats to all of our Releasers! Everyone is doing so well!

Down another .5 for a total of 11 pounds in 8 vlcd. Today is R1P2VLCD9 and here's my menu:

Chicken breast marinated overnight in marinade I posted on the recipe thread with liquid smoke, etc. with diced cucumber in vinegar, strawberries, grissini

Grilled shrimp, steamed asparagus, sliced strawberries, grissini

I was buying fresh asparagus but it is now 5.00 a pound so no thanks! Safeway has 8 oz pkgs in steamer bags for 1.49 when you buy 4 at a time,a nd all you do is nuke them. Great deal and super easy if you don't want to use another cooking method.

Sassy, I use water all the time in place of oils if I'm cooking stovetop. I just add some fresh garlic to the water for some seasoning, let it simmer then add my veggie for a little while, add in my protein, put on the lid and let it finish cooking. On the GF grill, I grill the food for a minute or two, then lift the lid and spritz with my flavored vinegar. I bought some foodsafe spray bottles at my Walgreens and they are perfect for this. You can make your own flavorings this way dependending upon how adventurous you want to be you can add butter flavoring, liquid smoke, etc. to the water mixture.

[RenoMom]

FYI.... Product I can't live without. Ziplock Steamer Bags. These things are a God Send just put the veggies, seasoned meat, what ever you want and throw it in the microwave. No water or anything needed.

[soontobesexy'ntx]

Originally Posted by BlueMonday

I loved Tab! I remember when Diet Coke came out when I was in high school (probably dating myself here). The cafeteria carried both. And there were the "Tab" people (those of us walking around w/ our Tab can at lunch time) and the "DC" people.

Then in college, it was "Diet Pepsi" all the way. Then some time down the line I ended up choosing Diet Coke. Probably because it was more available and usually cheaper at the grocery store.

here Ok Louisana in 1970's it was TAB, then out came DDrP, Then D7up
then DC
my mother would order a "flat" of glass quart bottles of TAB from "the coke guy" who stocked the coke machine at her work.

[dawnyama]

Originally Posted by walkingwoman

Good Morning! Congrats to all of our Releasers! Everyone is doing so well!

Down another .5 for a total of 11 pounds in 8 vlcd. Today is R1P2VLCD9 and here's my menu:

Chicken breast marinated overnight in marinade I posted on the recipe thread with liquid smoke, etc. with diced cucumber in vinegar, strawberries, grissini

Grilled shrimp, steamed asparagus, sliced strawberries, grissini

I was buying fresh asparagus but it is now 5.00 a pound so no thanks! Safeway has 8 oz pkgs in steamer bags for 1.49 when you buy 4 at a time,a nd all you do is nuke them. Great deal and super easy if you don't want to use another cooking method.

Sassy, I use water all the time in place of oils if I'm cooking stovetop. I just add some fresh garlic to the water for some seasoning, let it simmer then add my veggie for a little while, add in my protein, put on the lid and let it finish cooking. On the GF grill, I grill the food for a minute or two, then lift the lid and spritz with my flavored vinegar. I bought some foodsafe spray bottles at my Walgreens and they are perfect for this. You can make your own flavorings this way dependending upon how adventurous you want to be you can add butter flavoring, liquid smoke, etc. to the water mixture.

It is impossible to post single replies to everyone so I am sorry to not have done so in the past. But I must say wahoo!!!!!!!!! to you walkingwoman!!! You are doing incredibly well. And with such a great menu too. I have not seen anything out of place when you post them. Looking at your menus on P2 makes me wish I were in P2 again!! Your losses reflect your staying true to Dr S's plan. Good on ya!!!!!

[dawnyama]

Originally Posted by RenoMom

FYI.... Product I can't live without. Ziplock Steamer Bags. These things are a God Send just put the veggies, seasoned meat, what ever you want and throw it in the microwave. No water or anything needed.

Aren't they the best????!!! I Love them too!!!!

[BlueMonday]

Looks like everyone is on track today. Lots of good releases. Congrats!!

I am down .2 today, and I am good with that. I have one of those Tanita scales that also gives a body fat%, and that was a full 1% down today. I don't know how accurate that really is, but I think it really is down and that makes me happy

I am also wearing a pair of capri pants that I have not worn since the Summer of '06. Don't you just love going shopping in your own closet and getting to wear something new!! It is awesome.

Lunch today is a portion of the chili that I cooked last night. Super simple: 4% ground beef, a small amount of beef broth, canned diced tomatoes (nothing added, not even salt), chili powder, cayenne pepper, cumin, and a little ACV. -- Yummy

[Healthy and Happy]

I was down .8 today although I really didn't expect to since TOM is in full force and I had extra beef yesterday.

[Gilded Lily]

I am down 1 pound today for a net loss of 13. I am on VLCD17 or 18... I forget right now.

I think at the end of this round I am going to treat myself to one of those fancy scales with the body fat, etc.

Everyone is doing so well!

Walkingwoman, I hereby present you with the award for most creative meals! I love reading your menus.

[Victrola]

R2P2VLCD1 commences! I gained 3.6 pounds loading, which is a LOT less than I gained last round. I gained almost 9 pounds last time loading!

Grilled chicken and romaine lettuce and granny smith apples for a few days now. I've got it all set and ready to go! I'm going for just a month this round.

[walkingwoman]

BlueMonday, you must feel fantastic in your 'new' outfit today!

GL and Dawn, Thanks I'm rather enjoying the simplicity of this plan. It's so basic that it really makes it simple to follow. I'm enjoying adding to my vinegar, marinade ideas and recognizing just how many lowcal flavorable options there are available just using ingredients I already have in my pantry/fridge. Fun

[hellsbelles]

Originally Posted by mybigbutt

I'm going to have to. If you don't hear from me in a few days...

I did that one night. I grilled a week's worth of chicken and left it on the stove to cool off because I didn't want to put it in individual baggies while it was steaming hot. I feel asleep and forgot to put it in the fridge. I ate it with no problems but I was scared to death. I didn't have anything else to eat and refused to cheat so I went with it. Hope it works out for you!!!!!

Originally Posted by Ladidah

What's the best way to prep fresh asparagus on this protocol? I don't usually eat it, but I'm getting tired of the normal veggies and bought some. Like 2 lbs worth.

I started out broiling mine in the oven for a few minutes with garlic, sea salt, and pepper. Then I thought about the grill. I put mine in aluminum foil with the same ingredients and cooked them on the grill. They turned out much better because the foil kept the moisture in whereas the oven tended to dry them out. I usually use the oven when I can put olive oil on them but think I may just use the grill even when in p3 and p4

[Kimberli33]

Hi LadiesI'm still here,just reading and not posting much.So much to read!BTW-Congrats to all you losers!!I lost 13.4lbs in the first 6 days and then stalled for 2 days.I don't know where I'm at today because I chickened out and didn't weigh-in.I will wait and weigh myself in the morning now.
I do know I have zero hunger.I did an apple day yesterday and only ate 2 apples.I still haven't ate today and no hunger now either.I am looking forward to noon and not having to withhold liquids any longer.Apple Day=easy.Minimal water= not so much

Tonight will be

grilled steak
cucumber
water
I guess my detox part is over because I feel really good.Glad the detox part is over.

[sassy_red]

Kim, I've been keeping up with your journal and am excited to see how much you've lost after the apple day!!

[Kimberli33]

Originally Posted by sassy_red

Kim, I've been keeping up with your journal and am excited to see how much you've lost after the apple day!!

ya,weighing might have been a good idea..I just freaked out this morning.I REALLY want to see a good loss and just didn't feel up to a disapointment.I'm back to normal(kinda) now and will weigh tomorrow.

[sassy_red]

Originally Posted by Kimberli33

ya,weighing might have been a good idea..I just freaked out this morning.I REALLY want to see a good loss and just didn't feel up to a disapointment.I'm back to normal(kinda) now and will weigh tomorrow.

Lol well I'm not one to talk since I didn't weigh today either!! Here's to the hope both of us will be pleasantly surprised tomorrow!!

[Starcat]

Originally Posted by dawnyama

Good job!! I forgot to mention that when I did an egg correction day I saw the results 2 days later, not the day after. So we call it the "2 day effect". Unfortunately it happens when you gain too!! What you eat may not effect your weight for 2 days. But anyway, the good thing..........you are within range!! Congrats!!!!!!!!!!

I'll keep an eye out for the 2 day effect in the future. Good to know that it can happen both ways. I understand better why to alternate P3 and P4 eating.

[wmac]

Originally Posted by Kimberli33

ya,weighing might have been a good idea..I just freaked out this morning.I REALLY want to see a good loss and just didn't feel up to a disapointment.I'm back to normal(kinda) now and will weigh tomorrow.

I was wondering too how your apple day went. I would have trouble not drinking much water.

[FatFatnomore]

Originally Posted by sassy_red

Lol well I'm not one to talk since I didn't weigh today either!! Here's to the hope both of us will be pleasantly surprised tomorrow!!

You girls have such will power to stay away from the scale!!! I was practically running to the scale every morning. It was my favorite part of protocol. lol

[dawnyama]

Originally Posted by FatFatnomore

You girls have such will power to stay away from the scale!!! I was practically running to the scale every morning. It was my favorite part of protocol. lol

I agree!! I could NOT stay away from that darned scale. I just had to know what and how my body reacted to the foods I was eating. I just had to know the results of the apple day. I am surprised anyone could hold off!!

[walkingwoman]

I held off on the scale last week because I was so addicted it was nutso I couldn't breath without jumping on that thing! This week I'm weighing daily and seeing how it goes. I just hate feeling like I'm being held captive by that sucker. I'm going more for 'how I look/feel' weight than a number but I sure know when I'm in my range

[wmac]

I was down 2 pounds today. This really works when I stay intentional. The last month I have been okay during the week and not so great on the weekend. (wine etc) So I have just been losing and then regaining what I lost.
I have lost 20 pounds doing HCG, so I know it works, but I have been fighting myself losing anymore!
So, I told my husband I was not planning our vacation until I lose 20 more pounds! A little more of a motivation for me and now he is helping me more.
I really want to do this and I know I can!

So today I am eating:
Iced coffee....(I love the starbucks summer blend)
L: hamburger and a hcg taco salad seasoning on top of lettuce
strawberries for snack
D: chicken and salad with WF Balsamic dressing (love it)
apple with stevia and cinnamon for snack

And lots of water!

[walkingwoman]

Wmac, You can do it! Keep your eye on the prize

[mybigbutt]

I don't know how you guys stay off the scale either - I can't wait to weigh in every morning. I also weigh at night to try and predict my weight in the morning. Haven't been right yet!

I keep forgetting I want to try the apples with stevia and cinnamon. Yum!

I am having trouble getting my veggies in. I just don't feel like eating them. I don't know if I am just sick of them or what.

[hellsbelles]

I weigh at night sometimes too MBB (in p2)!! It always amazed me that the scale can be the same at night after eating all of my food as it did that morning when I woke up. I loved that darn scale in p2!!!

[Kimberli33]

Originally Posted by wmac

I was wondering too how your apple day went. I would have trouble not drinking much water.

The water was the hard part,especially by yesterday evening.I'd say I drank about 6 ounces over the 24hr. period.