Weight Loss Cure: Read it? Tried it?

LowCarbRachel · 09-06-2007, 04:06 PM

So I have a friend who read the book The Weight Loss Cure by Kevin Trudeau and is convinced that if he gets the shots mentioned in the book, his weight problem will be forever cured.

Has anyone here:

1. Read the book? Do you think there's anything plausible in it?
2. Gotten the shots? If so, did the shots help you lose weight? Did they harm you in any way?

Thanks for any information you can share with me. I'm trying to debate him on this plan but I don't know that much about it. It just sounds too good to be true to me.

Rachel

BetsyAnn · 09-06-2007, 04:12 PM

Havent read it or know anyone who has but, What kind of shots are they?

Pipre · 09-06-2007, 04:15 PM

I wouldn't trust anything by Kevin Trudeau

LowCarbRachel · 09-06-2007, 04:59 PM

I went and read about it on Amazon.

It sounds awful to me.

The shots are human growth hormone shots and apparently they are not available in the United States. The program involves colonics every other day for thirty days and apparently a 500 calorie a day diet as well as numerous supplements, special teas, walking an hour a day, and more.

My friend just got upset with me for having to "defend" this program, so I told him I'm done discussing it with him.

dantesmom · 09-06-2007, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pipre

I wouldn't trust anything by Kevin Trudeau

Is he the guy with all those infomercials?

Puppy · 09-06-2007, 05:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pipre

I wouldn't trust anything by Kevin Trudeau

My opinion as well.

MellaBella · 09-06-2007, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LowCarbRachel

I went and read about it on Amazon.

It sounds awful to me.

The shots are human growth hormone shots and apparently they are not available in the United States. The program involves colonics every other day for thirty days and apparently a 500 calorie a day diet as well as numerous supplements, special teas, walking an hour a day, and more.

My friend just got upset with me for having to "defend" this program, so I told him I'm done discussing it with him.

That sounds absolutely awful. I hope he doesn't do it.

happy2Bhere · 09-06-2007, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pipre

I wouldn't trust anything by Kevin Trudeau

Me either.

W.Jones · 09-06-2007, 06:28 PM

He is a snake oil salesman of the lowest order.

Crohnie · 09-06-2007, 06:29 PM

Kevin Trudeau is a scam artist. The FDA has already fined him once. Stay far far away from the weasel

Boujie · 09-06-2007, 06:35 PM

Kevin Trudeau is a quack. Big time.

Snake oil salesman is an understatement. He's been sued MANY times over for his fraudulent claims.

BgDogMom · 09-07-2007, 07:49 AM

I "tried" to read his book....it was so bizarre I couldn't finish it. It's so obvious what a nut job he is, there's no way the average person can do his diet. He's a banana.

tinatina · 09-07-2007, 07:58 AM

Hey Rach!

THere was a thread on the Main LC lobby about this awhile ago, I'll see if I can find you the link

shoot, I can't find it. There was nothing good on it though.

I can understand someone being taken in by the infomerical if they don't know this guys history. He sounds soooooo convincing and makes it sound like the weight will melt off!

Stop over in the SB board and see us!

stargirl21 · 09-07-2007, 08:00 AM

He is such a fraud. Please do not give him one penny.

Lisa Marie · 09-07-2007, 08:04 AM

I just had to throw in my 2 cents. I agree with everyone. He's a scam artist and has been in trouble in the past. Please don't believe anything he says.

LowCarbRachel · 09-07-2007, 08:29 AM

Thanks you guys. My friend is refusing to talk to me about this, probably because he knows it's ridiculous!!

Dreamtrue · 09-07-2007, 08:39 AM

I imagine if you ate 500 cals a day and had routine colonics you would lose weight! I can't believe people fall for that guys scams.

Sharon · 09-07-2008, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BgDogMom

I "tried" to read his book....it was so bizarre I couldn't finish it. It's so obvious what a nut job he is, there's no way the average person can do his diet. He's a banana.

The same here. I read up through the Phase 1 Weight Loss Cure Protocol on page 77 where it lists 60 items to follow. One of them is to reduce air conditioning. Some make sense and some don't. At that point, I put the book down and will never finish it.

Steve Parker · 10-04-2009, 09:13 AM

In October last 2008 I blogged about the Federal Trade Commission’s judgment - over $5 million - against twice-convicted felon Kevin Trudeau. He is the author of "The Weight Loss Cure “They” Don’t Want You to Know About."

Who are “they”? The Federal Trade Commission, apparently.

The FTC objected to Trudeau making false claims in his infomercials for the book.

On November 4, 2008, federal judge Robert W. Gettleman amended the judgment to $37,616,161, the amount consumers paid in response to the deceptive infomercials.

I always wondered how much money those infomercials could rake in. That’s not pure profit, of course: Trudeau had to pay for production costs, air time, etc.

What if he can’t pay the fine? Jail time?

Don’t feel sorry for him. His false claims were so egregious that the $37 million he collected from customers is tantamount to theft. $19.95 at a time, plus shipping and handling.

Don’t be surprised if Turdeau cites this judgment as proof that the government and weight-loss industry have conspired to suppress his weight loss cure.

It warms my soul to know that there is indeed some justice in this life. To the FTC and Judge Gettleman: thank you.

-Steve

jezzie · 10-04-2009, 12:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by W.Jones

He is a snake oil salesman of the lowest order.

... that about sums it up.

Katkins · 10-05-2009, 09:42 PM

Kevin Trudeau's book was based on a diet from the 1950's called Simeon's Protocol. The injections are not human growth hormones, it's HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) created in the placenta and excreted in the urine of pregnant women. Simeon's version doesn't include colonics or cleansing of any kind, but it does require the 500 calories per day, and of very specific quantities of specific foods.

Skeptics say that anyone could lose weight on 500 calories per day, however because of hunger and weakness, most can't endure it long enough to see results. That's where the hcg comes in - it eliminates the hunger. And unless you work out regularly already, exercise is not recommended.

Simeon's diet, called Pounds and Inches, is a free download on many websites, just Google it and you'll get dozens of hits. There are a couple of threads about it on this board as well. I found it very interesting and tried it myself. I lost 16 pounds in 33 days and only gained back 4 after going on a cruise.

I agree with all the comments about Kevin Trudeau, but the diet he "stole" is (in my opinion) not a scam. Read Pounds and Inches and then decide. It's not for everyone, but if you want a jump start on your weight loss, or to finish up those last few pounds that just won't come off, I recommend it. Also, it's NOT illegal in the US, it's a prescription drug offered from your own doctor or from many weight loss clinics. People think it's illegal here because many people do order their hcg online from overseas pharmacies because it's MUCH less expensive that way. Read the book.

anelth921 · 10-21-2009, 09:30 AM

If I only ate 500 calories a day until I reached goal, I'm afraid I'd gain it all back when I tried to move to say 1200 calories a day. I imagine the diet would work, but how do you stop dieting without gaining weight? I've lost and gained weight so many times, I just hope to find a way to keep it off this time.

09-06-2007, 04:06 PM	#1
LowCarbRachel Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Salt Lake Area Posts: 17,838 Gallery: LowCarbRachel Stats: size 10/size 8/size 8 WOE: GF/IF Start Date: January 2013	Weight Loss Cure: Read it? Tried it? So I have a friend who read the book The Weight Loss Cure by Kevin Trudeau and is convinced that if he gets the shots mentioned in the book, his weight problem will be forever cured. Has anyone here: 1. Read the book? Do you think there's anything plausible in it? 2. Gotten the shots? If so, did the shots help you lose weight? Did they harm you in any way? Thanks for any information you can share with me. I'm trying to debate him on this plan but I don't know that much about it. It just sounds too good to be true to me. Rachel __________________ Keep it simple; don't quit.

10-04-2009, 09:13 AM	#19
Steve Parker Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona USA Posts: 281 Gallery: Steve Parker Stats: 173/168/160 WOE: Low-Carb Mediterranean Diet Start Date: September 1, 2009	In October last 2008 I blogged about the Federal Trade Commission’s judgment - over $5 million - against twice-convicted felon Kevin Trudeau. He is the author of "The Weight Loss Cure “They” Don’t Want You to Know About." Who are “they”? The Federal Trade Commission, apparently. The FTC objected to Trudeau making false claims in his infomercials for the book. On November 4, 2008, federal judge Robert W. Gettleman amended the judgment to $37,616,161, the amount consumers paid in response to the deceptive infomercials. I always wondered how much money those infomercials could rake in. That’s not pure profit, of course: Trudeau had to pay for production costs, air time, etc. What if he can’t pay the fine? Jail time? Don’t feel sorry for him. His false claims were so egregious that the $37 million he collected from customers is tantamount to theft. $19.95 at a time, plus shipping and handling. Don’t be surprised if Turdeau cites this judgment as proof that the government and weight-loss industry have conspired to suppress his weight loss cure. It warms my soul to know that there is indeed some justice in this life. To the FTC and Judge Gettleman: thank you. -Steve __________________ Disclaimer: All matters regarding your health require supervision by a personal physician or other appropriate health professional familiar with your current health status. Always consult your personal physician before making any dietary, nutritional supplement, or exercise changes.

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09-06-2007, 04:12 PM	#2
BetsyAnn Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Born and raised a Hoosier but temporarily On the banks of the Mississippi right between Tom and Huck Posts: 3,895 Gallery: BetsyAnn	Havent read it or know anyone who has but, What kind of shots are they?

09-06-2007, 04:15 PM	#3
Pipre Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: lunatic fringe Posts: 1,649 Gallery: Pipre Stats: spelled backwards is still stats	I wouldn't trust anything by Kevin Trudeau

09-06-2007, 04:59 PM	#4
LowCarbRachel Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Salt Lake Area Posts: 17,838 Gallery: LowCarbRachel Stats: size 10/size 8/size 8 WOE: GF/IF Start Date: January 2013	I went and read about it on Amazon. It sounds awful to me. The shots are human growth hormone shots and apparently they are not available in the United States. The program involves colonics every other day for thirty days and apparently a 500 calorie a day diet as well as numerous supplements, special teas, walking an hour a day, and more. My friend just got upset with me for having to "defend" this program, so I told him I'm done discussing it with him.

09-06-2007, 06:28 PM	#9
W.Jones Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: The Tidewater area Posts: 8,512 Gallery: W.Jones Stats: 210/ 183/129 WOE: The I gotta feel better / make it stop diet Start Date: As soon as my feet hit the floor	He is a snake oil salesman of the lowest order.

09-06-2007, 06:29 PM	#10
Crohnie Miss Innocent Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: MA Posts: 26,076 Gallery: Crohnie Stats: 196/179/149 WOE: HCG Start Date: 07/01/10	Kevin Trudeau is a scam artist. The FDA has already fined him once. Stay far far away from the weasel

09-06-2007, 06:35 PM	#11
Boujie Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: O' Canada Posts: 51,715 Gallery: Boujie Stats: Way Curvy/ Less Curvy / VaVaVoom!	Kevin Trudeau is a quack. Big time. Snake oil salesman is an understatement. He's been sued MANY times over for his fraudulent claims.

09-07-2007, 07:49 AM	#12
BgDogMom Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kentucky Posts: 3,788 Gallery: BgDogMom WOE: Low Carb	I "tried" to read his book....it was so bizarre I couldn't finish it. It's so obvious what a nut job he is, there's no way the average person can do his diet. He's a banana.

09-07-2007, 07:58 AM	#13
tinatina Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: WV Posts: 6,361 Gallery: tinatina Stats: 223/195/130 5ft3.5in WOE: South Beach Start Date: 2007	Hey Rach! THere was a thread on the Main LC lobby about this awhile ago, I'll see if I can find you the link shoot, I can't find it. There was nothing good on it though. I can understand someone being taken in by the infomerical if they don't know this guys history. He sounds soooooo convincing and makes it sound like the weight will melt off! Stop over in the SB board and see us!

09-07-2007, 08:00 AM	#14
stargirl21 foxy librarian Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: DC Posts: 7,407 Gallery: stargirl21	He is such a fraud. Please do not give him one penny.

09-07-2007, 08:04 AM	#15
Lisa Marie Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 13,621 Gallery: Lisa Marie	I just had to throw in my 2 cents. I agree with everyone. He's a scam artist and has been in trouble in the past. Please don't believe anything he says.

09-07-2007, 08:29 AM	#16
LowCarbRachel Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Salt Lake Area Posts: 17,838 Gallery: LowCarbRachel Stats: size 10/size 8/size 8 WOE: GF/IF Start Date: January 2013	Thanks you guys. My friend is refusing to talk to me about this, probably because he knows it's ridiculous!!

09-07-2007, 08:39 AM	#17
Dreamtrue Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 3,007 Gallery: Dreamtrue Stats: 322/198/145 WOE: WLS/VSG Start Date: 12/19/2011	I imagine if you ate 500 cals a day and had routine colonics you would lose weight! I can't believe people fall for that guys scams.

10-05-2009, 09:42 PM	#21
Katkins Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 619 Gallery: Katkins Stats: 198.2/196.4/150 WOE: Basic Low Carb Start Date: Restarted October 2010	Kevin Trudeau's book was based on a diet from the 1950's called Simeon's Protocol. The injections are not human growth hormones, it's HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin) created in the placenta and excreted in the urine of pregnant women. Simeon's version doesn't include colonics or cleansing of any kind, but it does require the 500 calories per day, and of very specific quantities of specific foods. Skeptics say that anyone could lose weight on 500 calories per day, however because of hunger and weakness, most can't endure it long enough to see results. That's where the hcg comes in - it eliminates the hunger. And unless you work out regularly already, exercise is not recommended. Simeon's diet, called Pounds and Inches, is a free download on many websites, just Google it and you'll get dozens of hits. There are a couple of threads about it on this board as well. I found it very interesting and tried it myself. I lost 16 pounds in 33 days and only gained back 4 after going on a cruise. I agree with all the comments about Kevin Trudeau, but the diet he "stole" is (in my opinion) not a scam. Read Pounds and Inches and then decide. It's not for everyone, but if you want a jump start on your weight loss, or to finish up those last few pounds that just won't come off, I recommend it. Also, it's NOT illegal in the US, it's a prescription drug offered from your own doctor or from many weight loss clinics. People think it's illegal here because many people do order their hcg online from overseas pharmacies because it's MUCH less expensive that way. Read the book.

10-21-2009, 09:30 AM	#22
anelth921 Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: NC Posts: 75 Gallery: anelth921 Stats: 175/157/125 Start Date: 12/18/2010	If I only ate 500 calories a day until I reached goal, I'm afraid I'd gain it all back when I tried to move to say 1200 calories a day. I imagine the diet would work, but how do you stop dieting without gaining weight? I've lost and gained weight so many times, I just hope to find a way to keep it off this time.