lost 10lbs in 2 weeks on the HCG diet

bcweisen

As I always say if there was a magic pill or easy way to lose weight, then Oprah would be thin. So nope I would say stop wasting your money and do it the hard way, eat right and exercise!!!

I agree... if losing weight were easy, do you think I'd look like this on purpose?

_GlaDOS_

All of the good scientific research studies that have been done on HCG show that there is no difference in terms of weight loss, body measurements, or body fat percentage between a 500 calorie diet plan alone and 500 calorie diet plan with HCG, or any diet plan alone vs. the same diet plan with HCG. There are also a lot of companies out there who are claiming to sell HCG, but in fact, are selling you something with no HCG at all. So, it’s great that you have lost weight, but most obese people who restrict like that will lose weight that quickly reducing their calorie intake to such a low amount, without HCG. And when tested against a placebo, both groups (with and without HCG) have reported the same feeling of “fullness” “well-being” etc. Which basically means it does nothing. It’s all in your head.

In terms of health, I wouldn’t consider any 500 calorie per day diet to be healthy. There are also side effects, as there are with any drug. It is unnecessary, and regardless of weight loss, you’re likely doing your body damage in the long-term.

AMarlene

HCG as a dieting tool has been around about 50 years, if you actually read the science behind it, it seems logical and has fairly good safety profile. As a RN who has 6 years clinical research backround...very few things have no side effects. Of course diet and exercise are the best but for people like me who get discouraged easily HCG (drops) has been wonderful, I am on my 2nd round and have lost almost 40 pounds. I feel wonderful, I just ran the Warrior Dash a few weeks ago & have a lot of energy. I speak regularily with my Doctor and I joined MFP because HCG is tool but ultimately I need to change my lifestyle. Speak to you doctor, do the research, understand the product and the different types of HCG products there are, and decide whats best for you.... advice and opinion are easy to give, but if obesity had a perfect cure, most of us wouldn't be on MFP. Good Luck!

_GlaDOS_

HCG as a dieting tool has been around about 50 years, if you actually read the science behind it, it seems logical and has fairly good safety profile.

I have read the science. Please show me the science you have read, because every double-blind placebo-controlled, randomized study I have read out there has said it's pretty much bull****. I'm guessing you "feel great" because you were convinced that the HCG drops were going to make you feel great. Placebos and good marketing scams are great at that.

portexploit

HCG as a dieting tool has been around about 50 years, if you actually read the science behind it, it seems logical and has fairly good safety profile.

I have read the science. Please show me the science you have read, because every double-blind placebo-controlled, randomized study I have read out there has said it's pretty much bull****. I'm guessing you "feel great" because you were convinced that the HCG drops were going to make you feel great. Placebos and good marketing scams are great at that.

BS in what terms?? WHat is BS about it exactly??

portexploit

I just realized a magical thing, there are no starvation mode comments with the HCG DIET??? How come?? Everyone talks about people eating under 1200 calories a day will be in starvation mode...

Or is starvation the biggest fattest lie in health and nutrition?

_GlaDOS_

HCG as a dieting tool has been around about 50 years, if you actually read the science behind it, it seems logical and has fairly good safety profile.

I have read the science. Please show me the science you have read, because every double-blind placebo-controlled, randomized study I have read out there has said it's pretty much bull****. I'm guessing you "feel great" because you were convinced that the HCG drops were going to make you feel great. Placebos and good marketing scams are great at that.

BS in what terms?? WHat is BS about it exactly??

You lose no more weight, body fat, or inches than you would just doing the same diet without HCG. That is what makes it BS. That is what good science does-- it tells us when things are BS and when they actually work better than a placebo.

Sasssy69

You didn't take a pill to make you gain weight. You can't take a pill to make you lose weight.

AMarlene

I guess I thought this was a supportive place, though I rarely comment...I won't ever again. Geez, nasty much? Might want to take the sweet off your name, just sayin

portexploit

HCG as a dieting tool has been around about 50 years, if you actually read the science behind it, it seems logical and has fairly good safety profile.

I have read the science. Please show me the science you have read, because every double-blind placebo-controlled, randomized study I have read out there has said it's pretty much bull****. I'm guessing you "feel great" because you were convinced that the HCG drops were going to make you feel great. Placebos and good marketing scams are great at that.

BS in what terms?? WHat is BS about it exactly??

You lose no more weight, body fat, or inches than you would just doing the same diet without HCG. That is what makes it BS. That is what good science does-- it tells us when things are BS and when they actually work better than a placebo.

I agree with you on that. It doesn't mean that using HCG would make it easier to eat 500 calories a day.

Lindalsc

What is the HCG Diet. Please explain because I would like to try it...

taso42_DELETED

What is the HCG Diet. Please explain because I would like to try it...

smh
and the cycle continues.

smersh

What is the HCG Diet. Please explain because I would like to try it...

No, you really don't.

Unless injecting the urine of pregnant women into your body while only eating 500 calories a day sounds like a good idea to you.

Protip: The weight may come off, but it'll be lean body mass, not fat. And it'll come right back the instant you leave the diet.

idwoof

What is the HCG Diet. Please explain because I would like to try it...

No, you really don't.

Unless injecting the urine of pregnant women into your body while only eating 500 calories a day sounds like a good idea to you.

Protip: The weight may come off, but it'll be lean body mass, not fat. And it'll come right back the instant you leave the diet.

I'm not pro HCG, and I would discourage almost anyone from doing a 500 calorie day diet long term. But for you to say you would lean body mass and not fat is just ridiculous. Why do people have to get on here and say the most ridiculous things? You may lose a higher percentage of body mass to fat compared to a more quality diet, but take the time to say that.

voluptas63

Does anybody else seem to have an issue with finding HCG in PEE??? Hello people? It is in PEE. Nevermind the low caloric intake, gaining it back etc etc... IT IS IN PEE.

elfie9863

Not this again.........................

Yup...at LEAST once a week....:yawn:

Azdak

I agree that it depends on how high your body fat % was before. If your weight was putting you at risk for serious illnesses or if you already have them then I think drastic measures such as HCG or lapband are fine. But if you are at a point where a low calorie diet and exercise would be sufficient then I would say to steer clear of it.

You can't compare HCG and a lapband.

An argument can be made that some instances of morbid obesity place a person at such high risk that drastic interventions can be justified--even if they don't have best long-term success rates. It can be considered a crisis situation where you do whatever you have to do to get weight off initially and work on the long-term stuff later.

The problem with HCG is that it is a scam. The objective research has shown it is no better than a placebo and that all the weight loss effects occur because of the very low calorie diet (VLCD). If a doctor felt that a medically supervised VLCD was called for, that's one thing, but HCG doesn't fall under that category.

AMarlene

OK really my last comment...I had no idea HCG was such a hot button on MFP...LMAO. Best wishes to everyone- no matter what your chosen path is!!! Now offically my comments will be kept to myself

amybus

Never even heard of the HCG diet, but it seems like fooling your body into believing something that's not true can't be healthy.

Just my opinion.

ArtieKuhn88

Does anybody else seem to have an issue with finding HCG in PEE??? Hello people? It is in PEE. Nevermind the low caloric intake, gaining it back etc etc... IT IS IN PEE.

LOL. Exactly. Sorry, but anyone who attempts this diet does NOT care about their health. Period.

idwoof

I agree that it depends on how high your body fat % was before. If your weight was putting you at risk for serious illnesses or if you already have them then I think drastic measures such as HCG or lapband are fine. But if you are at a point where a low calorie diet and exercise would be sufficient then I would say to steer clear of it.

You can't compare HCG and a lapband.

An argument can be made that some instances of morbid obesity place a person at such high risk that drastic interventions can be justified--even if they don't have best long-term success rates. It can be considered a crisis situation where you do whatever you have to do to get weight off initially and work on the long-term stuff later.

The problem with HCG is that it is a scam. The objective research has shown it is no better than a placebo and that all the weight loss effects occur because of the very low calorie diet (VLCD). If a doctor felt that a medically supervised VLCD was called for, that's one thing, but HCG doesn't fall under that category.

I take it back then. I really haven't done much research on either, so I will take your word for it. Thank you.
The main point I was trying to get at is what you mentioned. When it has become a crisis situation I have no problem with a 500 calorie diet.

realme56

Losing 10# in 2 weeks of starting any diet and exercise routine is not unusual. Taking HCG is crazy! Messing with your bodies natural systems is not a good idea.

I have been here eating net 1200+ and lost 63 pounds. Exercise and eating well, best way to lose.

messyinthekitchen

I'm leary of it. There is no information on long term 'side' effects.

Two people I know personally have tried it, lost weight, and then put back on that weight plus more.

Just use MFP, it works! I've lost 60 pounds in 5 months and I feel great.

Dr OZ was doing a show on it, I missed it though. Riding ATVs took precedence.

*** Besides, isn't the HCG a human growth hormone the female body produces during pregnancy?

It is I am pretty sure they get it from womens urine. Doctor Oz wasn't opposed to the shots. But he was very opposed to the minuscule 500 calories allowed.

klabeau

I have had several friends do the diet and lose 10-15lbs in just 3 weeks, and immediately gain the weight back because they couldn't sustain the strict calorie intake even at the "maintenance" phase of HCG. I've also researched side effects of HCG because I considered trying the hormone myself. There is evidence that it has caused people to have strokes (just like birth control does in some women). I asked my doctor about it and he did not okay it.

I did 51lbs on four months. Got off blood pressure meds after 11 yrs. Got a personal trainer and didn't experience a weight gain when i increases my cals to 1500-2000. I followed the plan to a T and never felt better! Its meant to give a kick start for one to change their lifestyle.

seasonalvoodoo

Losing 10# in 2 weeks of starting any diet and exercise routine is not unusual. Taking HCG is crazy! Messing with your bodies natural systems is not a good idea.

I have been here eating net 1200+ and lost 63 pounds. Exercise and eating well, best way to lose.

So true. I lost 7 lbs my first week just by cutting portion sizes and eating better.

portexploit

People are constantly saying it's unhealthy etc... My view on it, I take no side on it. Lets just assume it's unhealthy... I can promise you 95% of people who posted on this topic who said it's unhealthy, also have an unhealthy diet.

WHat is a healthy diet... Raw organic vegetables, and organ lean meats. If you have processed foods in your diary, you have no room to talk. Also diet high in carbs isn't healthy either.

portexploit

I agree that it depends on how high your body fat % was before. If your weight was putting you at risk for serious illnesses or if you already have them then I think drastic measures such as HCG or lapband are fine. But if you are at a point where a low calorie diet and exercise would be sufficient then I would say to steer clear of it.

You can't compare HCG and a lapband.

An argument can be made that some instances of morbid obesity place a person at such high risk that drastic interventions can be justified--even if they don't have best long-term success rates. It can be considered a crisis situation where you do whatever you have to do to get weight off initially and work on the long-term stuff later.

The problem with HCG is that it is a scam. The objective research has shown it is no better than a placebo and that all the weight loss effects occur because of the very low calorie diet (VLCD). If a doctor felt that a medically supervised VLCD was called for, that's one thing, but HCG doesn't fall under that category.

I take it back then. I really haven't done much research on either, so I will take your word for it. Thank you.
The main point I was trying to get at is what you mentioned. When it has become a crisis situation I have no problem with a 500 calorie diet.

HCG makes it easier to eat 500 calories a day, it's a "tool" sure you get the same results as if you ate 500 calories a day. IF eating 500 calories with out HCG is 10x harder, what's the point?

portexploit

I also know a lot of people who've lost a lot of weight on it. Anytime you drop weight that fast, you so easily gain it back. Do you feel energetic? Food should be fuel. If you lack energy and it's not a type of diet you can maintain for a long period of time, its almost always going to be an eventual fail. Balance is the key. Slow/steady weight loss is so much easier to maintain, much healthier and your body LOOKS better the more time you take to get it there.

Are you saying your friend's didn't keep the weight off???

To everyone else... I am not saying it's healthy, and I am not saying it's not healthy. We can't be so quick to judge..

If all the get thin quick scams worked - not one of us would be on this website, now would we? Quick to judge something that screams of unhealthy? Come on now.

Just as uneahtly as lapband, or diets recommended to people by doctors.

portexploit

I also know a lot of people who've lost a lot of weight on it. Anytime you drop weight that fast, you so easily gain it back. Do you feel energetic? Food should be fuel. If you lack energy and it's not a type of diet you can maintain for a long period of time, its almost always going to be an eventual fail. Balance is the key. Slow/steady weight loss is so much easier to maintain, much healthier and your body LOOKS better the more time you take to get it there.

Are you saying your friend's didn't keep the weight off???

To everyone else... I am not saying it's healthy, and I am not saying it's not healthy. We can't be so quick to judge..

Well, then, I'll save you the trouble.

It's not healthy.

Why not?

portexploit

Sorry. But, only consuming 500 calories a day and injecting my body with a hormone that makes it think it is pregnant when it is not?

No way *I* would do it, thanks.

Just eat healthy. Eat smaller portions. Workout. You'll lose weight slower, but at least it is healthy and sustainable.

I agree.

WHere does it say it's unhealthy or unsustainable?

Give me an effing break - eating only 500 calories a day is NOT sustainable for long term. Plain and simple. And injecting yourself with a hormone that makes your body think it is pregnant? Think that is a good idea for long term weight loss success?


Eat right. Eat smaller portions. Workout.

The keys to long term weight loss success.

Argue if you want - but it is common sense.

Yeah it's common sense you need a caloric deficit, that's a given. Then what happens when you lose all your weight o your caloric deficit? You eat at your maintaince calories. Can this work on HCG TOO??? OMG WHAT A BREAK THROUGH OF COMMON SENSE.