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Lose Weight Permanently - I can helpRecently I’ve had an influx of clients who are devastated because of the additional weight they gained once they stopped the hCG diet. They claim that no matter what they do, they cannot lose weight. They were under the belief that the hCG diet was the “cure all solution” that promised to melt their unwanted fat forever.

In our society, men and women alike have a quick-fix, instant gratification, “I want it now" mentality. And, they want it with as little effort as possible. In addition to hCG, many resort to liposuction without realizing that liposuction increases inflammation, and doubles your risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. They’re never told that within eight weeks of liposuction, the fat redistributes to other areas of the body between the viscera tissue.

Weight gain does not happen overnight. Success with anything, including weight loss does not happen without effort, sacrifice, the right mindset, consistency, commitment and the right diet, smart exercise, lifestyle and supplements specific for each individuals unique biochemistry. 

Not only is the hCG diet unhealthy, it is one of the most unsafe methods to losing weight and keeping it off permanently. HCG stands for human chorionic gonadoropin, which is produced in the placenta during pregnancy and can be extracted from the urine of pregnant women.

The hCG diet is a combination of daily injections and a starvation diet that entices mainly women that they will lose weight without feeling hungry. Sure, you’ll lose weight (muscle, not fat) while on the hCG diet, however it will not be permanent weight loss unless you factor in your emotional/behavioral habits, and make the appropriate lifestyle changes and dietary modifications once you stop the hCG.

Laundry List of Problems and Side Effects with the hCG Diet

  • Disruptive to hormones (specifically the thyroid)
  • Extremely catabolic (muscle wasting)
  • Only one vegetable is allowed with lunch and one with dinner (this makes no sense)
  • For 99.9% of individuals, weight is re-gained plus some extra once you cease the hCG injections and stop the starvation diet
  • It’s expensive $$$$$
  • Deficient in nutrients
  • Causes body chemistry imbalances
  • Is actually a starvation diet at only 500-800kcals daily
  • Water amount recommended on the diet is not sufficient for an adult
  • Does not teach lifestyle

  • There are a few reports of adverse effects from the hCG injections including headaches, restlessness, blood clots, dizziness and depression

A positive feature about the hCG diet is the dieter is advised against eating junk food, refined sugar and wheat (which is healthy advice that would help anyone lose weight).

How to Achieve Long-term, Permanent Weight Loss

Here is the no-nonsense, safest and most effective approach to long term FAT loss: You must address your emotional/behavioral habits, balance hormones (specifically insulin and cortisol), correct gut dysfunction, eliminate intolerant foods, and make the appropriate lifestyle changes and significant dietary modifications. Permanent weight loss, or rather fat loss is so much more than exercising your brains out and starving yourself. That is a recipe for a metabolic disaster.

To change your behavior, you must first have the desire. You need to change your heart, make up your mind, be determined, disciplined, take responsibility for your actions and choices, find a program that works specifically for your unique biochemistry, and lastly, be patient, consistent and follow through! Start with your value system, and value the effort of hard work. Be decisive with your goals and write them down. It’s the journey, not the end result that promises a leaner body, a healthier you and the ultimate lifestyle.

“Be the change you want to see in the world.” ~ Mahatma Gandhi

Schedule a free-15 minute consult. I consult with men and women around the world via telephone or Skype and with clients locally in the Phoenix area. I will determine the root cause and design a lifestyle plan and protocol so you can heal and restore your health.

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