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Sublingual HCG vs. Injected: Which is Best For You?

January 2nd, 2010 by libertees

HCG stands for “Human Chorionic Gonadotropin.” This hormone, normally produced during pregnancy, is the core of most reliable weight-loss program yet devised, and is available as a sublingual HCG solution that is taken orally (as the term suggests, under the tongue), or as an injection. Recently, one lab has developed a gel that is taken transdermally by applying directly to the skin.

Which of these is best for you?

HCG Injections

For many years, this was the only form of HCG available. Most people are understandably uncomfortable with needles. This is the main drawback to the injectable form of this hormone, though self-injection with a syringe is a skill that can be learned. However, using this form of the product properly is more complex.

First of all, the injectable form of HCG is legally available only by prescription. You may attempt to order it from an overseas source, but there is a certain amount of risk in doing this. Primarily, there are few, if any regulations governing the manufacture of HCG in other countries. There is also a good chance that if you attempt this, customs agents may seize it. Then you may have folks from their agency knocking on your door demanding answers to some very awkward questions.

Secondly, you must mix injectable HCG yourself. When you receive this product, you will find two bottles: one contains HCG in powdered form, while the other contains water that is treated with a bacteriostatic agent in order to prevent the growth of bacteria. These elements must be mixed carefully prior to taking the injection, and everything must be absolutely sterile.

Liquid HCG

While sublingual HCG is much more readily available and easier to use, there are a few facts to be aware of. First of all, HCG is highly perishable. It must be refrigerated during shipment and upon arrival, or it will lose its effectiveness.

Secondly, “sublingual” means that you cannot simply swallow the substance. It is necessary to hold it under your tongue for as long as possible. The reason is that if HCG goes directly to the stomach, it will be destroyed by stomach acid and will do you no good whatsoever.

Both oral and injectable HCG must be administered twice a day.

Transdermal HCG

This is a very recent development. Unlike injected or sublingual HCG, the gel form of this hormone is applied to the skin only once a day. It is however substantially more expensive.

For more information on HCG Diet Direct or HCG Diet Direct tools and resources contact Jenny Boynton at info@HcgDietDirect.com or by phone at: 1-602-330-7655. Or visit HCG Diet Direct online at www.hcgdietdirect.com

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4 Mistakes to Avoid on the HCG Diet

January 1st, 2010 by libertees

The HCG diet is a pretty foolproof formula for weight loss, but there are some common mistakes that can slow down or even halt your progress on the plan. Even if you feel like you know the plan inside and out, take a few minutes to read through this list. It will save you a lot of frustration in the long run!

1. Exercising on the plan, even though it’s forbidden

Do not hit the gym on the plan, period. So many dieters feel sure that a quick workout will ramp up their weight loss but it has the opposite effect. During the time that you are actively on the plan, there is no need to exercise at all. Your body is already burning excess fat and it leaves lean muscle tissue untouched. So you will never lose muscle mass even though you lose weight.

2. Forgetting to stay on schedule with hormone supplements

Taking hormonal supplements is the key to success on the plan. However, many dieters forget to take their regularly scheduled dosage and fall behind. This is particularly true of those who use the injections, who either cannot take the hormone as prescribed, or cannot bear to inject themselves any longer. Switching to oral HCG may be the answer. It’s portable, convenient, and can be taken at any time in any place.

3. Forgetting to monitor caloric intake

The other crucial part of the plan is the calorie-restricted diet. Many dieters take the hormone but don’t adhere to the low-calorie diet. They worry that it’s too restrictive and simply don’t even give it a try. However, this part of the plan teaches you portion control and proper eating habits and should not be skipped. For those in doubt, using a low-calorie cookbook or trading recipes with others on the plan is a huge benefit.

4. Trying to do the plan without support

Another common mistake is trying to do the plan without any support. Studies show that having a support system greatly improves a dieter’s chance of success on any program. If you cannot enlist the support of your family or friends, try to find an online community with other people who are doing the program. Alternatively, see if your diet product supplier can assist with finding support. You’ll love having people rooting for you as you reach your goals!

If you are serious about success on the plan, avoiding these mistakes will help set you on the right path. Follow the program to the letter and get a support system going. In no time at all, you will reach your goals and inspire others to do the same.

For more information on HCG Diet Direct or HCG Diet Direct tools and resources contact Jenny Boynton at info@HcgDietDirect.com or by phone at: 1-602-330-7655. Or visit HCG Diet Direct online at www.hcgdietdirect.com

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4 Mistakes to Avoid on the HCG Diet

January 1st, 2010 by libertees

The HCG diet is a pretty foolproof formula for weight loss, but there are some common mistakes that can slow down or even halt your progress on the plan. Even if you feel like you know the plan inside and out, take a few minutes to read through this list. It will save you a lot of frustration in the long run!

1. Exercising on the plan, even though it’s forbidden

Do not hit the gym on the plan, period. So many dieters feel sure that a quick workout will ramp up their weight loss but it has the opposite effect. During the time that you are actively on the plan, there is no need to exercise at all. Your body is already burning excess fat and it leaves lean muscle tissue untouched. So you will never lose muscle mass even though you lose weight.

2. Forgetting to stay on schedule with hormone supplements

Taking hormonal supplements is the key to success on the plan. However, many dieters forget to take their regularly scheduled dosage and fall behind. This is particularly true of those who use the injections, who either cannot take the hormone as prescribed, or cannot bear to inject themselves any longer. Switching to oral HCG may be the answer. It’s portable, convenient, and can be taken at any time in any place.

3. Forgetting to monitor caloric intake

The other crucial part of the plan is the calorie-restricted diet. Many dieters take the hormone but don’t adhere to the low-calorie diet. They worry that it’s too restrictive and simply don’t even give it a try. However, this part of the plan teaches you portion control and proper eating habits and should not be skipped. For those in doubt, using a low-calorie cookbook or trading recipes with others on the plan is a huge benefit.

4. Trying to do the plan without support

Another common mistake is trying to do the plan without any support. Studies show that having a support system greatly improves a dieter’s chance of success on any program. If you cannot enlist the support of your family or friends, try to find an online community with other people who are doing the program. Alternatively, see if your diet product supplier can assist with finding support. You’ll love having people rooting for you as you reach your goals!

If you are serious about success on the plan, avoiding these mistakes will help set you on the right path. Follow the program to the letter and get a support system going. In no time at all, you will reach your goals and inspire others to do the same.

For more information on HCG Diet Direct or HCG Diet Direct tools and resources contact Jenny Boynton at info@HcgDietDirect.com or by phone at: 1-602-330-7655. Or visit HCG Diet Direct online at www.hcgdietdirect.com

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4 Mistakes to Avoid on the HCG Diet

January 1st, 2010 by libertees

The HCG diet is a pretty foolproof formula for weight loss, but there are some common mistakes that can slow down or even halt your progress on the plan. Even if you feel like you know the plan inside and out, take a few minutes to read through this list. It will save you a lot of frustration in the long run!

1. Exercising on the plan, even though it’s forbidden

Do not hit the gym on the plan, period. So many dieters feel sure that a quick workout will ramp up their weight loss but it has the opposite effect. During the time that you are actively on the plan, there is no need to exercise at all. Your body is already burning excess fat and it leaves lean muscle tissue untouched. So you will never lose muscle mass even though you lose weight.

2. Forgetting to stay on schedule with hormone supplements

Taking hormonal supplements is the key to success on the plan. However, many dieters forget to take their regularly scheduled dosage and fall behind. This is particularly true of those who use the injections, who either cannot take the hormone as prescribed, or cannot bear to inject themselves any longer. Switching to oral HCG may be the answer. It’s portable, convenient, and can be taken at any time in any place.

3. Forgetting to monitor caloric intake

The other crucial part of the plan is the calorie-restricted diet. Many dieters take the hormone but don’t adhere to the low-calorie diet. They worry that it’s too restrictive and simply don’t even give it a try. However, this part of the plan teaches you portion control and proper eating habits and should not be skipped. For those in doubt, using a low-calorie cookbook or trading recipes with others on the plan is a huge benefit.

4. Trying to do the plan without support

Another common mistake is trying to do the plan without any support. Studies show that having a support system greatly improves a dieter’s chance of success on any program. If you cannot enlist the support of your family or friends, try to find an online community with other people who are doing the program. Alternatively, see if your diet product supplier can assist with finding support. You’ll love having people rooting for you as you reach your goals!

If you are serious about success on the plan, avoiding these mistakes will help set you on the right path. Follow the program to the letter and get a support system going. In no time at all, you will reach your goals and inspire others to do the same.

For more information on HCG Diet Direct or HCG Diet Direct tools and resources contact Jenny Boynton at info@HcgDietDirect.com or by phone at: 1-602-330-7655. Or visit HCG Diet Direct online at www.hcgdietdirect.com

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HCG Drops: Are They a Viable Alternative to Injections?

December 30th, 2009 by libertees

Many people who want to give the diet program a try are looking for an alternative to injections, and wonder if HCG drops are a good way to go. When the diet was first devised by Dr. Simeons several decades ago, injections were the only method for obtaining the hormone. Over time, apothecaries that specialize in homeopathic remedies were able to distill the same hormone into sublingual drops.

However, are they a viable alternative? In this article, we explain the details of sublingual drops.

How homeopathic drops are made

Homeopathic drops are made using the principles of homeopathic remedies, and in this case, particularly the practice of oligotherapy. According to oligotherapeutic practice, small doses of a supplement are used to stimulate the body’s functions.

As the homeopathic remedy is created, the small amount of the hormone that is used is taken through a dilution process, with which each step, will make it a more potent remedy. In its final form, this remedy contains a highly potent trace of the hormone. When ingested, this formula will trigger the hypothalamus of the brain just as a full-strength injection would.

How the drops are administered

The drops are a alcohol-based solution, which means they do not require refrigeration. These drops are placed under the tongue using an oral syringe, a method that is also known as sublingual administration. They are meant to be ingested orally, never injected as in the other method.

Potency of the sublingual method

A major concern among dieters is the potency of the homeopathic remedy. Can it equal the results they observe when they take injections? There have been studies performed on dieters who switched from injections to oral HCG, and the dieters in these studies continued the same dramatic weight loss pace as before. They also reported fewer hunger pains and more energy than when they took injections. Because the body gets the hormone it needs, it still retains the same function no matter how it is administered.

Ways to obtain the drops

Unlike the injections, the homeopathic drops do not require a prescription in the United States. They are considered a drug under the FDA. As with any homeopathic remedy, they are put under stringent guidelines for manufacture in the US. They can be obtained online from several reputable companies based in America.

The sublingual drops are a viable alternative for anyone who does not want to give themselves injections. They are as potent as injections and much easier and cheaper to obtain. If you want to try the diet plan but are wary of needles, this may be the best way for you to go.

For more information on HCG Diet Direct or HCG Diet Direct tools and resources contact Jenny Boynton at info@HcgDietDirect.com or by phone at: 1-602-330-7655. Or visit HCG Diet Direct online at www.hcgdietdirect.com

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Knowing Where to Buy HCG

December 26th, 2009 by libertees

You have read about how effective the HCG diet is. However, you have no idea as to where to buy HCG. There are numerous legal and reputable sources for this substance, but it’s important to do a bit of research because there are unfortunately almost as many scams out there.

The primary thing to keep in mind is that not all homeopathic HCG is created equal. It is your body, and you want to get a product that is as pure and effective as it can be in order make sure you get the results you desire.

Investigate Your Sources

Your first step should be to check out any supplier thoroughly. Buying HCG on eBay, for example, is a very bad idea for reasons that should be obvious. (If they aren’t, go to your favorite search engine and look up “Botox scandal.”)

The safest route is to purchase HCG drops rather than injections, and get these from a U.S. company. HCG manufacturers in the U.S. must be registered as a pharmaceutical lab with the federal government. Such labs must meet requirements set forth by the Food and Drug Administration as well as guidelines under the Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia, which is a set of rules by which manufacturers of such substances must operate.

The danger of foreign sources is that overseas manufacturers are not subject to the same regulations, assuming that there are any regulations at all. A domestic brand in liquid drop form (as opposed to the injectable kind) is your assurance of safety and quality.

Purchasing Online

There is nothing wrong with purchasing HCG through an Internet source (unless you live in a state that requires a doctor’s prescription. Make certain you check this out beforehand). However, again there are certain things to look for in order to make sure that you’re dealing with a reputable source.

First of all, does the website carry the “Trust-E” and Better Business Bureau Online logos? If so, it’s worth the time it takes to click on those logos, which will take you to those respective websites. There you can find out more about the company.

Secondly, any legitimate website offering HCG should offer easy, accessible customer support, both via e-mail, web chat, or over the telephone. You should also be able to find a great deal of information on the website regarding dosage, storage, recipes, the role of exercise and other information about how to use the product successfully.

For more information on HCG Diet Direct or HCG Diet Direct tools and resources contact Jenny Boynton at info@HcgDietDirect.com or by phone at: 1-602-330-7655. Or visit HCG Diet Direct online at www.hcgdietdirect.com

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Where To Find HCG For Sale

December 25th, 2009 by libertees

Finding safe, legal supplies of HCG for sale is not as difficult as you may have heard – but there are a few things to keep in mind.

First, understand that not all HCG is the same. Although you may be excited at the prospects of a diet that will actually have results and are impatient to get your hands on this miracle of medical  science, it’s important to do your due diligence and proceed in a thoughtful manner by checking out any and all sources.

Check Out The Seller

The most important step to take – which should also be the first step – is to make certain that the dealer with whom you are doing business is reputable and legitimate, and above all, knows about the product. As you might imagine, there are a great many people online who are anxious to make fast money.

It is vitally important that the dealer is qualified to sell HCG. It is your assurance that you are getting a pure, high-quality product. Anything else could be dangerous to your health, such as  happened to unfortunate people who purchased home-made Botox from back-room operations a few years ago.

Your safest bet is to purchase your supply of homeopathic HCG from a licensed, domestic manufacturer – which brings us to the next topic.

Check out The Law

Although perfectly safe and effective, HCG has not yet been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Depending on the state you live in, it may not even be legal for you as an individual to purchase the substance directly. Ordering it from overseas is risky, not only because of the reasons mentioned above, but because you may not get it for several months, if at all. Foreign sources may not be legitimate. Alternatively, it may get seized by Customs.

The best thing to do is to get a physician’s prescription and have his/her office obtain HCG for you. Although individuals may be restricted in some states, it is legal nationwide for a licensed physician to write a prescription for HCG to their patients. In any event, it is usually best when following the HCG diet to have a physician’s counsel and guidance.

In Conclusion

So, to summarize:

  • Get your HCG from a licensed firm in the U.S.
  • Make sure you have a doctor’s prescription

Following these two simple guidelines, you won’t go wrong.

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The HCG Diet: Eating in Social Situations

December 25th, 2009 by libertees

It never fails that you’ll be invited to a fancy party right in the middle of your HCG diet regimen. You know from the outset that Dr. Simeon’s protocol is very strict in that you are only allowed 500 calories of food each day along with your three daily doses of Homeopathic HCG drops.

How do you participate in social events and still stick to your plan? Here are a few strategies that you can use to keep you on track regardless of the social occasion.

Strategically plan the timing of your diet
Take a look at your social events calendar and plan ahead. If you can, try to schedule the 26 days of calorie restrictions to a time when you won’t be going to parties and eating out at restaurants all of the time. Some people eat in social situations on a regular basis for work, so they can’t be avoided. Nevertheless, as much as it is within your control, set yourself up for success by not trying to stick to a diet as restrictive as the HCG diet when you’ll be going to a lot of parties.

Set your goal and decide to stick to it
Once you have set your goals and started the diet, decide to commit to it for the duration. Rehearse in advance all of the arguments that you might make with yourself and that others might give you for why it really won’t hurt for you to have just a teensy slice of pie.

Self-control and discipline gets easier the more you exercise it.

Plan ahead to cheat
If you know that there will be an event coming up where for whatever reason, you will have to break from the rules of the CHG diet, plan this break mindfully. Also plan on how you will get back on track.

Pack something good
If you have to be around people who are all eating foods that you can’t eat, don’t feel deprived. Bring something along that you can eat. Also, keep in mind that you are working towards the goal of a trimmer, more healthy body. The sacrifices that you are making now will pay off when you reach your goal weight.

Don’t show up to the party hungry
If you are going to be surrounded by food temptations that you do not want to indulge in, make sure that you have had your meal before you leave home.

Eat micro portions when you go out
If you are planning to eat some of the party foods, eat the tiniest portions possible. You want to get a taste of the wonderful foods without stuffing yourself and ruining all of your hard work losing that weight. Find the fruit and vegetable tray, nibble on these, and focus on enjoying the company of your friends rather than over eating too much rich food.

Are you ready to try the diet that everyone’s talking about where you can los as many as 26 pounds in 26 days? Please visit www.hcgdietdirect.com today and learn all of the details about the HCG diet.

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The HCG Diet Modifications for Vegetarians

December 22nd, 2009 by libertees

The HCG diet was developed by British Endocrinologist Dr. A.T.W. Simeon in the 1950s. Today his diet is enjoying a resurgence in popularity amid a lot of controversy surrounding the use of an injected hormone to aid in weight loss. But despite the naysayers, dieters have been steadily losing lots of weight very quickly and re-sculpting their bodies because of the fat loss.

The HCG diet is not vegetarian-friendly
In addition to the injected HCG or the oral HCG, those following Dr. Simeon’s protocol also eat a very low calorie diet of 500 calories a day. The doctor’s plan poses a challenge for vegetarians who do not eat the meat called for in the diet plan.

For those vegetarians that eat dairy products, Dr. Simeon recommends taking 500cc. of skim milk each day. Vegetarians who eat eggs can substitute 1 whole egg with the whites of three additional eggs served boiled or poached. They could also eat 1/2 cup of non-fat cottage cheese or non-fat plain yogurt with no sugar added. Because of the starch content, vegetarians cannot eat the customary vegetable protein sources such as rice, beans, wheat or nuts. If you can handle soy products, soymilk might be a safe alternative to skim cow’s milk, but you’d have to find a sugar-free version.

There are some ‘mostly’ vegetarians who occasionally eat seafood. They can substitute shrimp, lobster, prawns, crawfish or crabmeat for the chicken or beef. Because they don’t eat the animal products called for in the original diet, strict vegetarians can expect their weight loss to be about half of that of the meat-eaters who follow this diet.

Take vitamin and mineral supplements while following the HCG weight loss plan
Your body’s supply of vitamins and minerals needs to be replenished each day. You really can’t rely on the foods you eat to supply you with the full complement of essential vitamins and minerals that keep you healthy and strong, build your blood and bones and keep your body operating in top form.

When you are on such a limited calorie diet such as the HCG diet, taking a vitamin and mineral supplement helps to ensure that you are getting all of the nutrients you need.

Drink plenty of fluids in the HCG diet
Dr. Simeon’s program calls for all the coffee or tea you want but with no added sugar. You are permitted to have the juice of one lemon each day, so you could squeeze some of it into your tea in the morning and then some of it into your drinking water for the rest of the day.

If you are a strict vegetarian, the HCG diet might be a bit of a challenge to navigate, but if you’re flexible about the animal proteins you’ll eat, you may find better results.

Are you finally ready to lose that weight and get fit for the new year? When you are ready to learn about the HCG diet that can help you lose 26 pounds in 26 days, please visit, http://www.hcgdietdirect.com/ for details on how to get started today.

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How Does the HCG Diet Reset Your Metabolism?

December 22nd, 2009 by libertees

You’re someone who’s probably tried a diet or two in your life. You’ve heard about the HCG diet, but you know that diets only work for as long as you are following them, right? The basic principle behind weight loss is that you must create a caloric deficit, which simply means that for every pound of fat loss you must burn 3,500 more calories than you take in. Creating a consistent, daily caloric deficit will cause you to lose weight.

What makes the HCG diet different?
So what’s so special about this diet? What sets it apart from the other diets out there that promise to help you lose a ton of weight, but then you turn around and gain it all back with a bonus?

The difference with HCG is that it resets your metabolism in a couple of ways. When we are born, we are blessed with a lifetime supply of HCG in our body. As we grow, this finite store of HCG is depleted. When you follow the diet exactly, either taking a daily injection of HCG or the oral HCG drops (sublingual), your HCG stores get replenished. Now instead of burning sugar and then muscle tissue the body reverts back to burning excess fat for energy.

HCG regulates the hypothalamus, which is located in the brain. Dr. Simeon, the British Endocrinologist who discovered the link between HCG and weight loss, reasoned that the hormone HCG, when injected in small quantities could trigger the mobilization of abnormal fat stores in obese individuals. Along with a very low calorie diet (500 calories), injections of HCG would trigger the body to burn off as much as 3,500 calories of abnormal fat allowing the individual to lose a significant amount of weight quickly.

The HCG diet boosts metabolism
Once the body’s HCG stores have been replenished, the hypothalamus gets the signal to burn of the abnormal fat deposits and boost your metabolism, which is your body’s mechanism for burning fat at rest. Many factors including age, frequent bouts of dieting and weight gain, periods of activity and inactivity can wreak havoc on the metabolism. Fresh quantities of HCG can help to get your metabolism back on track and operating at more optimum levels.

Establish new eating habits
Following the very low calorie diet on the HCG diet will help you to mentally establish the habit of eating smaller meals. While you are on the diet and its burning away your abnormal adipose (fat) stores you will not feel weak and lethargic on such limited food intake, but when your HCG doses end your stomach will have shrunken a bit, as will your appetite.

Once you have finished a round of oral HCG, you’ll want to maintain a healthy diet and incorporate a regular exercise routine into you life so that you can keep the weight off for good.

Are you ready to step off of the weight loss rollercoaster and find a permanent solution? Looking for no-nonsense HCG diet information? Please visit, http://www.hcgdietdirect.com/ for details on how you can lose 26 pounds in 26 days naturally.

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