Question 1

can you start an hcg diet during the last two days of your period?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The HCG diet was originally developed by a.T.W. Simeons M.D. During the 1940's -1950's. It has been used all over the world for over 50 years. This method is extremely safe & effective when used under the care of an experienced & trained md.  You can start the HCG and do the overeating phase at the end of your cycle but you should wait until your cycle is over to start the very low calorie diet.

Question 2

can i stop hcg diet early?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you are doing the 500 cal diet, it is best to stop. That kind of diet is not safe and will not provide you with enough nutrients.

Question 3

can i get sick on the hcg diet?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The diet often recommended with HCG injections is very restrictive, and people often will not feel well. Unfortunately HCG has not been shown helpful for losing weight. I can't recommend it.

Question 4

is the hcg diet safe for someone who is too thin?

Accepted Answer

Hcg diet: The fda does not feel that HCG is safe for anyone.  The 'hcg diet' starts with 500 calories a day, which is also unsafe.  Save yourself some money and continue to eat healthy.

Question 5

how do doctors feel about the hcg diet?

Accepted Answer

I am for it: When done with a properly qualified physician and with injections and the protocol exact, you can have great results that are safe and sustained.

Question 6

how much cla can i take on the hcg diet?

Accepted Answer

500-600 kcals: This is an extreme diet, so make sure it is done with supervision.

Question 7

i have heard about the hcg diet. is it safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes but...: Hcg is not likely going to cause any harm but weight loss is due to the severe caloric restriction. In men with low testosterone and normal testes, it may work better because the HCG will increase the testosterone level. In women, HCG may increase progesterone. Higher Progesterone may lead to less anxiety and therefore less eating. Overall, smart eating plus increased activity is a better choice.

Question 8

can i use domperidone while on the hcg diet?

Accepted Answer

I wouldn't recommend: I wouldn't recommend the combination of domperidone and the HCG diet . I also wouldn't recommend the HCG diet.

Question 9

can the hcg diet cause infertility?

Accepted Answer

No data on this: Very little research has been done on the HCG diet and the risk for infertility.  Because there is very little research on this diet i never recommend this diet to my patients.

Question 10

can i have juice while on the hcg diet?

Accepted Answer

Only lemon: You can have only juice of one lemon without  any sugar, only saccharin or stevia can be used to sweeten.

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