Has the HCG diet been shown to be safe and effective? Answers from Katherine Zeratsky, R.D., L.D. No on both counts. In fact, the Food and Drug Administration has advised consumers to steer clear of over-the-counter weight-loss products that contain HCG. HCG is human chorionic gonadotropin, a hormone produced during pregnancy.As a prescription medication, HCG is used mainly to treat fertility issues. HCG is not approved for over-the-counter use, nor has it been proved to work for weight loss. Companies that sell over-the-counter HCG weight-loss products are breaking the law.So why has there been so much talk about the HCG diet? Perhaps it's because the diet recommends severe calorie restriction typically just 500 to 800 calories a day. People who follow such a very low calorie diet are likely to lose weight, at least in the short term.However, diets that so severely limit calories have risks, such as gallstone formation, irregular heartbeat and an imbalance of electrolytes.Side effects have also been reported with the HCG diet and include fatigue, irritability, restlessness, depression, fluid buildup (edema), and swelling of the breasts in boys and men (gynecomastia). Another serious concern is the risk of blood clots forming and blocking blood vessels (thromboembolism).If weight loss is your goal, there are safer ways to lose weight. Talk with your doctor or other health care provider about how to make healthy changes that lead to permanent weight loss, such as eating a balanced diet and getting regular exercise.
Yeah, OTC stuff is not even HCG as i mentioned. It's a collection of amino acids that make up HCG. You need a prescription to get the real thing.
I've used Both. The Prescription did not give me any hunger pains, fatigue, restlessness, or any other side effects.
The diet proved to be very effective. As far as keeping the weight off, you must follow the strict diet protocol concerning phase 3 which is maintenance. A friend of mine thought he could eat whatever he wanted after phase 2 and he gained back all the weight he lost and then some. As with any healthy lifestyle change, you must keep to a healthy diet and some form of exercise.
I plan to do it again as soon as I'm able.
I have had enormous success in loosing weight over the last 2 years, and I'm almost totally inactive, because I'm a disabled veteran. Message me on Facebook, and we'll talk about what I've done. I'm jimshorts_ama there or you can find me at the Texas Panhandle Area Naturists Group which I own.
high protein, high fibre, and good carbs. fruit and veggies....breads don't really do anything for me personally, but quinoa is a wonderful carb when eaten in proper doses. also find an exercise that doesn't feel like work. for me, it's swimming! :)
Hello... I work out, try to eat right (not perfect) and I do love the wine. I am trying to find the best way to get rid of the chest fat.. like male boobs. Any recommended workout routine.. any quick tips. At 60.. weight loss is hard...
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