Just note for my reference: Started P2 in January of 2021, 2nd week of--during 30 days of P2 lost 22 lbs. Went on 2 weeks of Planned Interruption, and was able to maintain. So at start of PI...
February 26th, 2021 09:55 AM__________________________________________ Please note: these instructions are primarily centered around mixing liquid hCG. But...if you have dry (powdered) hCG, you can still use these...
February 10th, 2021 06:44 PM__________________________________________ For example's sake, I'm going to use the '2,000 IU' hCG strength. Please note: whether you are using liquid or powdered (dry) -- hCG....that does not...
February 10th, 2021 05:37 PMWell, I didn't blog every 7-10 days as I thought I would. Here it is, close to 30 days down of Round 1 (calling it round 1 since it has been so many years ago I did the protocol). And, it still...
February 4th, 2021 05:54 PMWell, I didn't blog every 7-10 days as I thought I would. Here it is, close to 30 days down of Round 1 (calling it round 1 since it has been so many years ago I did the protocol). And, it still...
February 4th, 2021 05:51 PMSorry for bothering anyone. I did go to Forums and scrolled down to tech area, but I still am not having any success in creating a signature or ticker. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
January 21st, 2021 02:30 PMThese past 10-11 months have definitely not been the norm, with lockdowns and masks! Such isolation, especially for older people, and those who live alone. Hell, I have felt isolated even though...
January 18th, 2021 06:31 PMI was wondering if I could possibly have a question answered by someone. If this site is not for this type of question. No worries. My misunderstanding. I am not sure how blogs work :) I was...
January 9th, 2021 09:28 AMI won't take credit for that blog title--I read that in a book someplace, at some time. But I'm borrowing it! First time I did HCG protocol was in 2010. Looking back on this site, I saw i did it...
January 8th, 2021 01:57 PMMorning Bunnies!
So this is ‘the morning after day 1’
And the truth shall be revealed
All of TWO (well ALMOST) pounds up... but I am not phased as I am still under LIW
I did accidentally have a...
MissM... I admire your dedication!
Being at goal and with your family history , I understand the importance for you to get it right... well done!
I know P3 is not about counting calories, but as...
JBG... the banting bread I buy from a wholefood store and it is so yum... but very very expensive so there is no chance for me overdoing it
Have a look either on my or MissMs P3 threads I posted...
Closing up shop hear for a bit... will be back on 16 April... moving over to My P3 thread for so me stabilizing!
FlirtyFlo March 6th, 2021, 07:57 PMI actually did make a creamy soup one time by just blending up a few raw cashews with the soup. It was really good. Coconut cream might be another good option depending on the soup.
justgitterdone March 6th, 2021, 07:21 PMMorning Bunnies!
So this is ‘the morning after day 1’
And the truth shall be revealed
All of TWO (well ALMOST) pounds up... but I
MissM... I admire your dedication!
Being at goal and with your family history , I understand the importance for you to get it right... well done!
JBG... the banting bread I buy from a wholefood store and it is so yum... but very very expensive so there is no chance for me overdoing it
Closing up shop hear for a bit... will be back on 16 April... moving over to My P3 thread for so me stabilizing!
FlirtyFlo March 6th, 2021, 07:57 PMI actually did make a creamy soup one time by just blending up a few raw cashews with the soup. It was really good. Coconut cream might be another good
justgitterdone March 6th, 2021, 07:21 PMI'll post the keto rusks recipe I adapted over in my P3 thread! The bread is all Yvonne. . . .
DivineMissM March 6th, 2021, 07:15 PMThanks JGD, hope you are having a great weekend.
Dubbles March 6th, 2021, 06:04 PMThat is the goal. I feel like I finally have the key to that lock. Just find the right balance. To be continued as this is a work in progress
wilsonblack March 6th, 2021, 05:30 PMOkay first meal is down. Dry brined a bone in rib-eye with coarse sea salt for my wife and I to split. Basic sized Rib-eye. Thickness between 1.25
wilsonblack March 6th, 2021, 05:24 PMI guess I tend to use the term "low carb" excessively loosely. To me, to not eat grains or root veggies with limited fresh fruit is, indeed,
DivineMissM March 6th, 2021, 04:51 PMBack home from my day. Starving. Seriously. Pretty sure the HCG is officially out of my system.
Played tennis for 3 hours. Played doubles
Congrats Dubbles, sounds l8ke you are doing great!
justgitterdone March 6th, 2021, 02:25 PMHey Pearlie! Was wondering where you were! I’m waiting on some hcg to arrive as well. Taking forever. I’m hoping I don’t run out of
justgitterdone March 6th, 2021, 02:19 PMOk, Banting bread, Keto Rusks....Flo and MissM....recipes please!!
justgitterdone March 6th, 2021, 02:14 PMTotally agree. If indulging high carb, must keep the fats low in order not to gain. Easier said than done though, right?! Why do carbs and fat go so well
justgitterdone March 6th, 2021, 01:45 PMAgree, chocolatecoveredkatie has some great recipes! And so does Carolyn Ketchum if your not familiar with her!
MissM, today is my 3rd day
Just a couple of my thoughts for what’s it’s worth.....P2 is not low carb unless you are doing 2.0 and omitting fruits and melba. Even if
justgitterdone March 6th, 2021, 01:25 PMOops. Love you both!
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Three cheers for CALM!!!
Thanks for that explanation about alcohol vs food calories. That makes sense, but I agree with you. Not just about
I've devised a five-point scale for myself around hunger and satiety, and had my first go with documenting hunger before eating and satiety afterward.
DivineMissM March 6th, 2021, 11:53 AMIn case anyone is missing the top level Skinny Living (P4) forum, it has been moved into the Phases of HCG forum as a subforum.
Because it
Hi Dubbles
Not all... for myself I cook very plain... i just have some stuff I treat myself with when "on diet" I dont eat big so I get
Everything you and miss m eat always sounds so gourmet, yummy. Guess I’m
A pretty plain eater!
MissM.... i was amazed at the feeling of calm I experienced in the shop today.... i looked at everything and I honestly had a ‘tomorrow is another day’
FlirtyFlo March 6th, 2021, 09:29 AMThanks Dubbles... was a seriously long surgery after 2 pm out of theatre, in ICU Did speak but not sure if it was co-herent they managed to get the entire
FlirtyFlo March 6th, 2021, 09:13 AMThe update here is that yes, indeed, my period began mere hours after I posted yesterday; I completed a successful steak day as planned; and today the
DivineMissM March 6th, 2021, 08:57 AMCongrat ms on reaching p3. Was wondering I’d today the day of friend’s surgery? Praying everything goes well.
Dubbles March 6th, 2021, 08:40 AMEnjoying both postings so far this morning. WB sounds like you are on the way to a great start of p3! Could not possibly think of anything to expand
Dubbles March 6th, 2021, 08:33 AMLOVELY!!
So glad you've established a new thread where we can follow along. I love your reminder about making plans . . . and being real
You two are seriously making me want to open a bottle of wine! But I shall resist. No alcohol for at least three weeks of P3 for me is, I think, the best
DivineMissM March 6th, 2021, 07:55 AMI suspect Yvonne's eyes were bigger than her appetite in the end and she was just enjoying the freedom of shopping for P3! However, this is SUCH good
DivineMissM March 6th, 2021, 07:43 AMBe careful with introducing and combining too many different foods this early in P3. I did that once, and was up 3 lbs. after Day 1. Let us know how it
sdwis March 6th, 2021, 06:41 AMAbsolutely - One of my favorite meals is called my P2 Patty Melt - I grill a 96% lean burger and then top it with a whole onion that I've sliced, sauteed
sdwis March 6th, 2021, 06:35 AMSaturday update:
Wife and I had crawfish last night. Practiced eating more deliberately. Took a few breaks to register fullness. Keeping
Right on. It all comes down to our palates and what works for us. I like a smoother, fuller more balanced wine. But I do not like it bland. I like
wilsonblack March 6th, 2021, 05:44 AMI hear you loud a clear!!... I also treated myself today to a bottle of Blood Orange Gin.... it is a new flavour I have never had... so guess who is
FlirtyFlo March 6th, 2021, 03:14 AMMorning Bunnies!!
so here we are... Day One of P3!....
Up 300g/.66, but I am not phased, I am way under LIW in any case, so LIW still has
WB... i smiled when I read your post... i was thinking of making a generalization when talking about wines... so here it is, ln my opinion American style
FlirtyFlo March 5th, 2021, 11:36 PMSo true MissM... since I have been a serial dieter all my life, the Common ground for all are carbs and sugars... is there anyone here who can name a
FlirtyFlo March 5th, 2021, 11:20 PMThanks for the suggestion. I have tried South African red wines on a couple occasions. They are good but not my favorite style. A lot of people love
wilsonblack March 5th, 2021, 08:02 PMHope you feel better soon , Sweetie
Dubbles March 5th, 2021, 07:48 PMThese sound like a very particular circle of hell to me. . . .
DivineMissM March 5th, 2021, 07:21 PMLOL, I know. I should have mentioned it might be best not to start looking around there until at least P3. . . .
DivineMissM March 5th, 2021, 07:18 PMI didn't know about the apples. Interesting. Which of course doesn't matter for me as it's not an option 😄
Thank you for the link! I couldn't
First, apple days are only for P2, and we don't recommend them even for P2, as their value is psychological only as stated in the protocol
Hello,
Are there any alternatives to steak and apple days?
I am at the end of my 2nd week of Phase 3. Yesterday I was 3 lb over and today
Enjoy a wonderful and successful weekend
Hello Everyone! Hope everyone is enjoying a great day and smooth sailing on your journey. It's been quite a busy day on VLCD5 with my focus on staying
SweetPea March 5th, 2021, 03:05 PMGonna look that website up right now, Miss M. I sometimes look back to find postings by you guys/ladies and can't find again. Don't want to lose that
Dubbles March 5th, 2021, 01:41 PMYou are absolutely correct. In fact, for receipes--I'm going to scan keto books as well as "low carb". And I do agree that primarily eating
Dubbles March 5th, 2021, 01:37 PMReminds me of interview someone had with a supermodel--she said her mother told her to take a bite of something she craved, but spit it out, after tasting.
Dubbles March 5th, 2021, 01:29 PMMM. I agree and am searching for that balance.
there was an interview of a popular Houston chef a while back. The interviewer asked him
Allllllll the yeses to all of the above!!
The inquiry of your last paragraph is basically my guiding question in a nutshell for this P3.
It seems nuts are a problem for many of us. This is such a good reminder. Hoping things go better this time around as far as avoiding the creep is concerned.
DivineMissM March 5th, 2021, 12:38 PMFWIW, I think often when we speak casually about keto here what we really mean is low carb. I believe keto initially was meant as a treatment for epilepsy
DivineMissM March 5th, 2021, 12:35 PMLove and prayers and all good things for your friend (and you), Yvonne!!
DivineMissM March 5th, 2021, 12:28 PMHi my friend.... i fo not think our low calorie wines are quite export material
Yo can but a John Platters wine guide which is the holy grail of
Pearly,
For clarity, Leez posted Christy's graphic. That's a great illustration. I miss her, too.
Onward! for sure...
Cupcake- all I want to say is find a physician or a physician adjacent person who listens to you. Not someone who tells you what to do but will listen
PearlyMae March 5th, 2021, 11:52 AMDubbles, check out chocolatecoveredkatie on the web for her dessert recipes. There's a chocolate cake that's so good you won't even know it's low carb.
DivineMissM March 5th, 2021, 11:21 AMThanks so much for your suggestion Yvonne, you’re the best!
Dubbles March 5th, 2021, 11:08 AMCertainly happy to pray for your friend. This is such devastating news for anyone. Will be praying for your friend , for her family and friends.
Dubbles March 5th, 2021, 11:06 AMThanks Leez, I love that graphic! Good luck
betterdays, LinderLou, all HCGers! Hope everyone has a great weekend!
Dear all...
May i please digress from hcg and the scale and weight loss fir a short while
Can I please call on prayers and or whatever
That is really the best course.
From your report, you haven't quite gotten to a stall yet. Its 4 days in a row with no loss. As you found
Happy Friday!
Well, the last few days I’ve been in a 1.5 stall/gain/loss whatever it’s called. Four days ago i was 169.6, then
Dubbles... thanks
I am not really doing the complicated Keto... remember... life going forward is a new normal... i am not planning a full on life
Good morning, lovelies.
LinderLou, you have inspired me to re-think my general disinterest in having a DH around! lol
Pearly,
WilsonBlack
So I believe you are also known as Jeff... pleased to meet you... as you may have picked up by now...i am Yvonne
About that red
Dubbles
There are some clever things you can do with desserts replacing sugars snd starches i suggest you find yourself a nice keto recipe book...
Thanks WB! May have to try later in my P3.
Dubbles March 5th, 2021, 08:29 AMEnjoyed reading your postings, and back and forths with Miss M and WB. Not much to add here, I have read before that Keto can be difficult for a lot
Dubbles March 5th, 2021, 08:26 AMfor sweets, I mainly do fatbombs. I mix them up, then put into candy molds and freeze. My recipe for chocolate peanut butter cheesecake fat bombs is
wilsonblack March 5th, 2021, 08:21 AMThat sounds like a decent plan to me, Yvonne. I do think sugars are my enemy. And diet colas. Have to ditch them for good. I really didn't find P3
Dubbles March 5th, 2021, 08:04 AMThanks Leez, I was actually wondering about that. I'll go with your advice, and will concentrate on walking my dogs. I have been doing a few gentle
Dubbles March 5th, 2021, 08:00 AMSo here we are...p2 was the easy part This is where the hard part starts... for me it is not about what I eat but about my warped mental case...
Last Post By: FlirtyFlo March 6th, 2021, 11:59 PMThis is where I'll document my second P3. LIW on March 1: 130. My aim for the next 8 weeks is to really focus on mindfulness with particular...
Last Post By: FlirtyFlo March 6th, 2021, 11:06 PMHello to all of the Lovely Losers out there from sdwis aka Coco. This is your thread for MARCH 2021. This joyful and jubilant group of HCG’ers...
Last Post By: FlirtyFlo March 6th, 2021, 10:50 PMGood morning all..... This round has stumbled upon me from a dizzy height! I weighed myself last week Wednesday and almost had a heart attack and...
Last Post By: FlirtyFlo March 6th, 2021, 07:57 PM"If you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans" If you are in this forum you have most likely followed or read my journeys through rounds of...
Last Post By: Dubbles March 6th, 2021, 06:10 PMWelcome March Loaders, this thread is for you. Use it to share concerns, plan your round, support and encourage one another, ask questions or just...
Last Post By: Dubbles March 6th, 2021, 06:04 PMHey all. I just started my second round of hcg yesterday after about 6 weeks of maintenance, which included a trip to Mexico! I know onions are on...
Last Post By: sdwis March 6th, 2021, 06:35 AMI joined this group in March where I did my first round in many years. Thread below: ...
Last Post By: Dubbles March 5th, 2021, 07:50 PMHello, Are there any alternatives to steak and apple days? I am at the end of my 2nd week of Phase 3. Yesterday I was 3 lb over and today there is...
Last Post By: AniramKC March 5th, 2021, 05:27 PMREMINDER: Anyone, feel free to post your P3 food **** pics here and give everyone something to drool over (and look forward to!) :) OH...and PLEASE...
Last Post By: GonnaLoseIt March 4th, 2021, 10:08 AMI'm starting this thread with the encouragement of my friend Yvonne (aka FlirtyFlo) as a personal journal and place where I can go back and revisit...
Last Post By: DivineMissM March 3rd, 2021, 12:54 PM1) I started round at 156.6# my goal was 145#(been there before) on a 23 day round. Been tracking everything on carb manager and in the workbook from...
Last Post By: Dubbles March 3rd, 2021, 09:04 AMWelcome February Loaders! This thread is for you! Use this thread to support each other, share questions and concerns, plan your round, or just to...
Last Post By: Dubbles March 3rd, 2021, 06:57 AMI was hoping to find out why I have not been successful on subsequent rounds? My first round was done on Injections and I lost 35 lbs. Then the 2nd...
Last Post By: Dubbles March 3rd, 2021, 06:49 AMIm approaching P3 in one week, and I always struggle to find the right combination of foods to prevent gains. I have done this before and I have...
Last Post By: GonnaLoseIt March 1st, 2021, 05:19 PMAny help would be appreciated! I have done this diet before years ago, and it worked extremely well for me, however I didn’t keep up with and have...
Last Post By: Leez March 1st, 2021, 09:10 AMHope Everyone is doing Fine and getting or staying Fit! Here's your new thread for February 2021. Our jovial and joyful group have been starting...
Last Post By: Dubbles March 1st, 2021, 07:55 AMHello, my HCG friends. Most of you probably have never heard of me, but I was very well known on this forum a number of years ago. My name is Doyle...
Last Post By: justgitterdone February 26th, 2021, 07:20 PMHi 😊 I have spent so much time on this site reading and re-reading about the hCG plan. Thanks to all that ask and answer here as it has served me...
Last Post By: Dubbles February 26th, 2021, 10:00 AM
Update on Back to the PAST--p2 CONTINUED
Okay, finished the PI, ended at exactly LDW from 2 weeks before. Since my Planned Interruption was 14 days, I did 2 days of loading during which I gained 5.6 lbs. Frankly did not enjoy the load...
March 2nd, 2021 02:17 PM