HCG in the news....here we go!

mysterious_5122 · 07-24-2011, 10:31 AM

I thought it would be fun to post your most common or favorite negative comments or your best come backs if you should choose to engage the conversation.

My local Fox station has recently started broadcasting stories about the new "miracle fad diet" called HCG. Although I didn't watch the story as I didn't hear about it until after it aired, I did go onto their FB page and read the comments.

Apparently next to the Taliban & Satan, HCG is the most evil thing on the planet according to the comments posted. I'm glad I didn't jump right on the "ahh, another scam" bandwagon and did my research and found this group here. It looks like mainstream media may be bringing this diet into the forefront. I don't tell many that I am on this plan because quite frankly I don't have the time to explain away all of their negativity - my favorite being, "well if I only ate 500 calories a day, I'd lose weight too". Silly, silly non-hcgers....

Lbibclc · 07-24-2011, 10:52 AM

No, just negative but hateful. I have had people get mad at me for doing such a terrible thing. "Why don't you do it the right way? " Jealous for some I think. There isn't this response if someone uses nicotine patches or gum to stop smoking! What about taking antidepressants? For years there was a lot of negativity for taking them. "Can't you just cheer up?" "Just get over it" Is it better to take Alli or other over the counter diet meds?

People I work with know I have done HHCG because a fellow HHCGer outed me. She is a Dr and no one says anything to her negative. I don't preach or recommend it but if someone needs help I help them. I never bring it up.

ysasi1am · 07-24-2011, 11:54 AM

I often hear of my peers going through "hard" times and internalize it into being grateful.
You are right and that post is amazing. We all need a reality check every-so-often to remind us that our problems are small compared to so many.
Getting healthy is such a small small small problem. As well as the extra space in my closet and drawers.

Guilt does nothing to benefit me...so I let go of it. We are strong and smart and fortunate to be empowered with this system.

I am on day 2 of loading. 1st time. bahhahaha! Pretty optimistic, huh!

Anne Merry

debkeversole · 07-24-2011, 11:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mysterious_5122

I thought it would be fun to post your most common or favorite negative comments or your best come backs if you should choose to engage the conversation.

My local Fox station has recently started broadcasting stories about the new "miracle fad diet" called HCG. Although I didn't watch the story as I didn't hear about it until after it aired, I did go onto their FB page and read the comments.

Apparently next to the Taliban & Satan, HCG is the most evil thing on the planet according to the comments posted. I'm glad I didn't jump right on the "ahh, another scam" bandwagon and did my research and found this group here. It looks like mainstream media may be bringing this diet into the forefront. I don't tell many that I am on this plan because quite frankly I don't have the time to explain away all of their negativity - my favorite being, "well if I only ate 500 calories a day, I'd lose weight too". Silly, silly non-hcgers....

all it is going to do is get it taken away from us it already has my beloved Mediral out of production

MaryMouse49 · 07-24-2011, 12:17 PM

hmmm maybe we should stock up just in case if we have more rounds to do.

debkeversole · 07-24-2011, 12:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MaryMouse49

hmmm maybe we should stock up just in case if we have more rounds to do.

i did in February and hopefully will have some more money soon to get some more i STILL have over 100 pounds to lose

C'Marie · 07-24-2011, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MaryMouse49

hmmm maybe we should stock up just in case if we have more rounds to do.

YUP.

Also, all the more reason NOT TO CHEAT and screw up the round you're currently on. Don't prolong it. Get it DONE. Get used to maintaining. Get some SKILLS, ya'll!

Be the example. When people get desperate enough, they ask, "What did you do to lose weight?"

Balance101 · 07-24-2011, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C'Marie

YUP.

Also, all the more reason NOT TO CHEAT and screw up the round you're currently on. Don't prolong it. Get it DONE. Get used to maintaining. Get some SKILLS, ya'll!

Be the example. When people get desperate enough, they ask, "What did you do to lose weight?"

Balance101 · 07-24-2011, 01:20 PM

They can't take things off the market unless they're harmful though right? And if so, is there any time to stock up or is it taken off as soon as the decision is made? Starting to freak out a little. I NEED my hcg!

C'Marie · 07-24-2011, 01:40 PM

I made the decision to buy 2-3 rounds ahead whenever I buy. I need enough to finish what I started, and have enough for an extra in case I need it.

debkeversole · 07-24-2011, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Balance101

They can't take things off the market unless they're harmful though right? And if so, is there any time to stock up or is it taken off as soon as the decision is made? Starting to freak out a little. I NEED my hcg!

oh yeah they can! the FDA strongly suggested it not be sold not banning it but e bay no longer lets it be sold and mediral even stopped producing it after Dr oz's first show on it

Balance101 · 07-24-2011, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by debkeversole

oh yeah they can! the FDA strongly suggested it not be sold not banning it but e bay no longer lets it be sold and mediral even stopped producing it after Dr oz's first show on it

That's good enough reason for me to put in another order. Thanks Deb!

Tricialy · 07-24-2011, 05:06 PM

If it works the FDA will eventually ban it - if we lose weight - we won't need to go to the doctor so much or buy so many medications and that scares the medical establishment. I honestly believe that there are medical conditions that we have the scientific knowledge to cure - or at least treat better than we do - but the FDA and different lobbyist stop some of it from happening. I may be paranoid - but I am planning on one more round and have 4 bottles in my pantry - just in case.

debkeversole · 07-24-2011, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tricialy

If it works the FDA will eventually ban it - if we lose weight - we won't need to go to the doctor so much or buy so many medications and that scares the medical establishment. I honestly believe that there are medical conditions that we have the scientific knowledge to cure - or at least treat better than we do - but the FDA and different lobbyist stop some of it from happening. I may be paranoid - but I am planning on one more round and have 4 bottles in my pantry - just in case.

yep! have you watched "food matters"?? especially the part about healing with vitamins

mysterious_5122 · 07-24-2011, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tricialy

If it works the FDA will eventually ban it - if we lose weight - we won't need to go to the doctor so much or buy so many medications and that scares the medical establishment. I honestly believe that there are medical conditions that we have the scientific knowledge to cure - or at least treat better than we do - but the FDA and different lobbyist stop some of it from happening. I may be paranoid - but I am planning on one more round and have 4 bottles in my pantry - just in case.

I consider myself a bit of a conspiracy theorist on certain issues, and the health care/FDA/insurance system is DEFINITELY not on the up and up. It's all about money and if we are a healthier society, there is less money to be made.

Did you ever wonder why they can advertise medicines to treat a condition, but you never ever hear about curing anything....at least not since the greedy corporations came into play. Imagine if there wasn't already a cure for polio or small pox - what would our world be like?

Lildrew · 07-24-2011, 06:04 PM

The diet industry is a billion dollar business. Imagine all those companies putting the pressure on the FDA to ban HCG. I can totally see them doing that (I will step down from my conspiracy soap box. lol). I am going to buy at least two bottle of the hHCG just to be on the safe side!!!

Chris42 · 07-24-2011, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lildrew

The diet industry is a billion dollar business. Imagine all those companies putting the pressure on the FDA to ban HCG. I can totally see them doing that (I will step down from my conspiracy soap box. lol). I am going to buy at least two bottle of the hHCG just to be on the safe side!!!

Ooh, I totally agree with you. We can do HCG on our own and it works! THEY don't like that. I remember when poor Dr. Atkins was considered to be right up there with Satan, and all the scare stories about Low Carb.
I'm going to order a few more bottles right away.

Chris

LilacBruze · 07-25-2011, 06:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lildrew

The diet industry is a billion dollar business. Imagine all those companies putting the pressure on the FDA to ban HCG. I can totally see them doing that (I will step down from my conspiracy soap box. lol). I am going to buy at least two bottle of the hHCG just to be on the safe side!!!

I just bought THREE bottles of pellets!! Just in case!!

I just saw on Yahoo yesterday, there was an article about the Paleo diet, and right below it was a link discussing the HCG diet, the very first sentence was, "If you were overweight, would you take a weight-loss supplement formulated from the urine of pregnant women?"

However it did go on to say, "Testimonials of people losing dozens of unwanted pounds number in the thousands."

Nicole T · 07-25-2011, 08:02 AM

So how long can you keep unopened pellets and have them still be effective? I know you have to keep them in a cool, dark and dry place away from electronics but I just wonder how long they would keep.

october's child · 07-25-2011, 08:04 AM

Yikes! I was going to order my HCG once I got back to the States on August 12th but this is making me reconsider. I don't want them to run out just as I'm convinced this is the right diet for me! Now to make up my mind about HHCG vs Rx shots.

I can't wait to join you lovely ladies!

LilacBruze · 07-25-2011, 09:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nicole T

So how long can you keep unopened pellets and have them still be effective? I know you have to keep them in a cool, dark and dry place away from electronics but I just wonder how long they would keep.

The expiration date on my Intermountain pellets say 6/14.

Nicole T · 07-25-2011, 09:42 AM

Good to know Lilac! I don't trust the FDA at all so I'll be stocking up. They already banned the teething homeopathics that I used with all 3 of my boys and recommend to the parents who take my classes so I don't put anything past them!

debkeversole · 07-25-2011, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LilacBruze

I just bought THREE bottles of pellets!! Just in case!!

I just saw on Yahoo yesterday, there was an article about the Paleo diet, and right below it was a link discussing the HCG diet, the very first sentence was, "If you were overweight, would you take a weight-loss supplement formulated from the urine of pregnant women?"

However it did go on to say, "Testimonials of people losing dozens of unwanted pounds number in the thousands."

bet they NEVER say "if you were menopausal would you take a supplement formulated from the urine of pregnant HORSES?" Premarin stands for pregnant MARE"S urine

debkeversole · 07-25-2011, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nicole T

Good to know Lilac! I don't trust the FDA at all so I'll be stocking up. They already banned the teething homeopathics that I used with all 3 of my boys and recommend to the parents who take my classes so I don't put anything past them!

oh no!! were they the hyland's brand??? i used those! and Hylands calms forte is awesome!

privatediva · 07-25-2011, 10:16 AM

this is one reason I'm "private" diva. I will absolutely not discuss this with people around me. If there is one thing I've learned in my somewhat long life it is that the majority of people absolutely detest other people's success. If I was able to fly to the moon by flapping my arms, there would be a group of bitter, petty, small people who would find something to criticize about the accomplishment. Life is too short, and too important, to fuss with those sorts.

When they comment on my weight loss, I say "thanks, been workin at it" and change the subject to something else immediately. Usually them....or there idiotic precious children

You can always get people to move along if you initiate their favorite brag subject.

amylou · 07-25-2011, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by privatediva

this is one reason I'm "private" diva. I will absolutely not discuss this with people around me. If there is one thing I've learned in my somewhat long life it is that the majority of people absolutely detest other people's success. If I was able to fly to the moon by flapping my arms, there would be a group of bitter, petty, small people who would find something to criticize about the accomplishment. Life is too short, and too important, to fuss with those sorts.

When they comment on my weight loss, I say "thanks, been workin at it" and change the subject to something else immediately. Usually them....or there idiotic precious children

You can always get people to move along if you initiate their favorite brag subject.

EXACTLY! Ditto! THIS THIS THIS!

I think people would hear "500 calories" and "pellets/drops/injections" and that's all they would hear. They wouldn't hear the science behind it, the phases to reset/maintain...the disclipline it takes

LaraSuzz · 07-25-2011, 12:01 PM

Yikes, scary. Even tho I do injections I'm just now considering buying some pellets... don't know much about them. At least I would feel more secure knowing I could go back. BUT... all the more reason to get it done and keep it off. Have you ever heard of a group of people praying that a diet doesn't go away? I sure haven't.

Ok I just read this...

Now about the whole FDA and the HCG diet. No, the FDA isn’t going to ban the HCG diet. They can’t really because the FDA doesn’t regulate diets. Never have and never will (let’s hope anyway). They are concerned with the health and well being of people and the type of food and medicine you take. And since HCG is fine to take then they can’t ban it, and they shouldn’t. This diet is changing so many lives. There was also a comment about the oral drops made by the FDA. But again, no research was done and it was just a comment, probably taken out of context by the interviewer, who by the way has a looong history of trying to destroy the HCG diet, mainly because they are trying to sell a competing diet! It’s so sad that more people don’t realize this.

hcgdietdangers.com

C'Marie · 07-25-2011, 12:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LaraSuzz

Yikes, scary. Even tho I do injections I'm just now considering buying some pellets... don't know much about them. At least I would feel more secure knowing I could go back. BUT... all the more reason to get it done and keep it off. Have you ever heard of a group of people praying that a diet doesn't go away? I sure haven't.

I'm with you

Nicole T · 07-25-2011, 12:31 PM

Lara--I wish I could feel better with what you posted but it's just not true. The FDA just recently banned the homeopathic teething pellets by Hyland's that SO many parents used. Their reason? They've never been proven safe. And yes, that's all they needed and now they're gone! This isn't about common sense unfortunately ("if it's not bad for you they can't take it away")--it's ALL about MONEY

debkeversole · 07-25-2011, 12:35 PM

maybe they don't regulate DIETS but they sure can and will f=get rid of the syuba=stance we need to do the DIET and no they really are not concerned with well being anymore it is all about business and profit honestly that copy and paste was so full of misconceptions i do not even know where to start ugh
hylands is an awesome brand and if it can happen to them it will happen to the rest of them

07-24-2011, 10:31 AM	#1
mysterious_5122 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Lower Michigan Posts: 73 Gallery: mysterious_5122 Stats: 216/177/170 (R2 Goal) WOE: hcg sublingual Start Date: 5-17-11(R1)/8-7-11(R2)	HCG in the news....here we go! I thought it would be fun to post your most common or favorite negative comments or your best come backs if you should choose to engage the conversation. My local Fox station has recently started broadcasting stories about the new "miracle fad diet" called HCG. Although I didn't watch the story as I didn't hear about it until after it aired, I did go onto their FB page and read the comments. Apparently next to the Taliban & Satan, HCG is the most evil thing on the planet according to the comments posted. I'm glad I didn't jump right on the "ahh, another scam" bandwagon and did my research and found this group here. It looks like mainstream media may be bringing this diet into the forefront. I don't tell many that I am on this plan because quite frankly I don't have the time to explain away all of their negativity - my favorite being, "well if I only ate 500 calories a day, I'd lose weight too". Silly, silly non-hcgers.... __________________ Doe ROUND 2 HCG GOAL - 170 "Don't throw me the ball, if you don't want me to play!" ~ Anonymous

07-24-2011, 10:52 AM	#2
Lbibclc Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Missouri Posts: 428 Gallery: Lbibclc Stats: 231.8/132 54/5-6 WOE: Primal/HHCG Start Date: August 2009	No, just negative but hateful. I have had people get mad at me for doing such a terrible thing. "Why don't you do it the right way? " Jealous for some I think. There isn't this response if someone uses nicotine patches or gum to stop smoking! What about taking antidepressants? For years there was a lot of negativity for taking them. "Can't you just cheer up?" "Just get over it" Is it better to take Alli or other over the counter diet meds? People I work with know I have done HHCG because a fellow HHCGer outed me. She is a Dr and no one says anything to her negative. I don't preach or recommend it but if someone needs help I help them. I never bring it up. __________________ Liz B "It's not important if you win 100% of the time, just that you try 100% of the time"

07-24-2011, 11:54 AM	#3
ysasi1am Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Seattle, Wa Posts: 4 Gallery: ysasi1am Stats: sz16/12/10 WOE: Atkins...now hgc Start Date: July 10, 2010	Awesome I often hear of my peers going through "hard" times and internalize it into being grateful. You are right and that post is amazing. We all need a reality check every-so-often to remind us that our problems are small compared to so many. Getting healthy is such a small small small problem. As well as the extra space in my closet and drawers. Guilt does nothing to benefit me...so I let go of it. We are strong and smart and fortunate to be empowered with this system. I am on day 2 of loading. 1st time. bahhahaha! Pretty optimistic, huh! Anne Merry

07-25-2011, 12:01 PM	#27
LaraSuzz Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Tucson, Arizona Posts: 1,777 Gallery: LaraSuzz Stats: baby steps WOE: Dr. Atw Simeons Protocol Start Date: restart 3/5/2012 multiple rounds	Yikes, scary. Even tho I do injections I'm just now considering buying some pellets... don't know much about them. At least I would feel more secure knowing I could go back. BUT... all the more reason to get it done and keep it off. Have you ever heard of a group of people praying that a diet doesn't go away? I sure haven't. Ok I just read this... Now about the whole FDA and the HCG diet. No, the FDA isn’t going to ban the HCG diet. They can’t really because the FDA doesn’t regulate diets. Never have and never will (let’s hope anyway). They are concerned with the health and well being of people and the type of food and medicine you take. And since HCG is fine to take then they can’t ban it, and they shouldn’t. This diet is changing so many lives. There was also a comment about the oral drops made by the FDA. But again, no research was done and it was just a comment, probably taken out of context by the interviewer, who by the way has a looong history of trying to destroy the HCG diet, mainly because they are trying to sell a competing diet! It’s so sad that more people don’t realize this. hcgdietdangers.com __________________ The jump is so frightening between where I am and where I want to be. Because of all I may become, I will close my eyes and leap. - Mary Anne Radmacher Last edited by LaraSuzz; 07-25-2011 at 12:05 PM..

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

07-24-2011, 12:17 PM	#5
MaryMouse49 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: sunny sw florida Posts: 232 Gallery: MaryMouse49 Stats: 182/168.8/138 WOE: strict hcg protocol Start Date: 04/20/2011	hmmm maybe we should stock up just in case if we have more rounds to do.

07-24-2011, 01:20 PM	#9
Balance101 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CT girl in NC Posts: 1,010 Gallery: Balance101 WOE: hHcg Start Date: 10/1/12	They can't take things off the market unless they're harmful though right? And if so, is there any time to stock up or is it taken off as soon as the decision is made? Starting to freak out a little. I NEED my hcg!

07-24-2011, 01:40 PM	#10
C'Marie Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2011 Posts: 4,047 Gallery: C'Marie Stats: 270/down 110-ish/ goal 147 WOE: hCG Rx shots/JUDDD maintain Start Date: 1/4/2010 Now R9 P2	I made the decision to buy 2-3 rounds ahead whenever I buy. I need enough to finish what I started, and have enough for an extra in case I need it.

07-24-2011, 05:06 PM	#13
Tricialy Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Central Texas Posts: 147 Gallery: Tricialy Stats: 196/133/130 WOE: HHCG Start Date: October, 2010	If it works the FDA will eventually ban it - if we lose weight - we won't need to go to the doctor so much or buy so many medications and that scares the medical establishment. I honestly believe that there are medical conditions that we have the scientific knowledge to cure - or at least treat better than we do - but the FDA and different lobbyist stop some of it from happening. I may be paranoid - but I am planning on one more round and have 4 bottles in my pantry - just in case.

07-24-2011, 06:04 PM	#16
Lildrew Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 1,070 Gallery: Lildrew Stats: 171.4/162/140 WOE: hHcg/later LC Start Date: 7/16/12	The diet industry is a billion dollar business. Imagine all those companies putting the pressure on the FDA to ban HCG. I can totally see them doing that (I will step down from my conspiracy soap box. lol). I am going to buy at least two bottle of the hHCG just to be on the safe side!!!

07-25-2011, 08:02 AM	#19
Nicole T Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 1,002 Gallery: Nicole T Stats: 192/179/170 WOE: 5:2/Paleo Start Date: 4/22/13	So how long can you keep unopened pellets and have them still be effective? I know you have to keep them in a cool, dark and dry place away from electronics but I just wonder how long they would keep.

07-25-2011, 08:04 AM	#20
october's child Guest Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Virginia Posts: 34 Gallery: october's child Stats: 138/120.6 (LIW)/120 WOE: HCG (R1) Start Date: Aug 15 2011	Yikes! I was going to order my HCG once I got back to the States on August 12th but this is making me reconsider. I don't want them to run out just as I'm convinced this is the right diet for me! Now to make up my mind about HHCG vs Rx shots. I can't wait to join you lovely ladies!

07-25-2011, 09:42 AM	#22
Nicole T Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 1,002 Gallery: Nicole T Stats: 192/179/170 WOE: 5:2/Paleo Start Date: 4/22/13	Good to know Lilac! I don't trust the FDA at all so I'll be stocking up. They already banned the teething homeopathics that I used with all 3 of my boys and recommend to the parents who take my classes so I don't put anything past them!

07-25-2011, 10:16 AM	#25
privatediva Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USA Posts: 2,544 Gallery: privatediva Stats: 128 (R2ldw 128) 5'7" WOE: healthful, delicious low carb Start Date: 6/28/2011 (started HCG) maintaining since 9/2011	this is one reason I'm "private" diva. I will absolutely not discuss this with people around me. If there is one thing I've learned in my somewhat long life it is that the majority of people absolutely detest other people's success. If I was able to fly to the moon by flapping my arms, there would be a group of bitter, petty, small people who would find something to criticize about the accomplishment. Life is too short, and too important, to fuss with those sorts. When they comment on my weight loss, I say "thanks, been workin at it" and change the subject to something else immediately. Usually them....or there idiotic precious children You can always get people to move along if you initiate their favorite brag subject.

07-25-2011, 12:31 PM	#29
Nicole T Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Annapolis, MD Posts: 1,002 Gallery: Nicole T Stats: 192/179/170 WOE: 5:2/Paleo Start Date: 4/22/13	Lara--I wish I could feel better with what you posted but it's just not true. The FDA just recently banned the homeopathic teething pellets by Hyland's that SO many parents used. Their reason? They've never been proven safe. And yes, that's all they needed and now they're gone! This isn't about common sense unfortunately ("if it's not bad for you they can't take it away")--it's ALL about MONEY

07-25-2011, 12:35 PM	#30
debkeversole Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: southern ky Posts: 49,322 Gallery: debkeversole Stats: 370/285/199 WOE: 8/29/11 R9P2 HCG diet Start Date: 10-8-09	maybe they don't regulate DIETS but they sure can and will f=get rid of the syuba=stance we need to do the DIET and no they really are not concerned with well being anymore it is all about business and profit honestly that copy and paste was so full of misconceptions i do not even know where to start ugh hylands is an awesome brand and if it can happen to them it will happen to the rest of them