I'm sure you've all heard about the latest, greatest fad; the HCG Diet! If you're a fan of this diet, you may want to pass on reading my opinion on this! I have been researching HCG since 2006, and the outcome of my research is less than positive!!
For starters; HCG is only available through a licensed M.D. That's right you must see a Medical Doctor; it is available by prescription only, and you will most likely undergo a physical examination, as well as a series of blood tests before receiving HCG injections. The FDA has not approved HCG for weight loss, and if your doctor does approve this weight loss method, you will more than likely be monitored on a regular basis! This is no joke!
And then there's the over the counter, so called HCG drops sold at Health Spas and also available online, at ridiculously high prices! Beware of these products! Because here's the deal; Why on earth would HCG be available over the counter, when it is a serious drug and available by prescription only? If you or someone you know is losing weight with the so called "HCG Drops," I'm pretty sure you are only losing weight because of the ridiculous 500 calorie a day diet, which has little or nothing to do with HCG!! Who on earth wouldn't lose weight on 500 calories a day??? Honestly!! You are also putting your health at risk if you are attempting to survive on 500 calories a day!! If you are purchasing HCG without an actual prescription, chances are, you are receiving only a trace if any, of the actual HCG! In my opinion, this is a huge ripoff!! Again, this is only my opinion, but my opinion is based on years of research and actual conversations and experiences with Medical Doctors!
In 2007, I was able to get the HCG injections through a medical doctor, as I was wanting to lose 10 pounds. The sad part of this story is that the doctor worked at a Health Spa and was less than honest; meaning she diluted my injections! This meant I was not receiving enough of the HCG to benefit in any way. I, of course stayed on the ridiculous 500 calorie a day diet, so I did lose weight, but I can tell you; it was not pleasant; it was not easy; and at no time was my hunger curved in any way. I did it on pure will power. I do feel that a pure HCG injection can probably assist you in weight loss, but only when supervised and prescribed by a medical M.D. It is quite costly as well.
This is MY opinion, based on MY research!! My suggestion is this; Do your own research! I would love to hear what you learn about HCG!! I am confident you will draw the same conclusions as I have!
Feel free to give me a shoutout; I would love to hear what you have to say about HCG!
Until next time,
Be well :)
