Started Phase One 1-22-08
I spent the long weekend reading The Weight Loss Cure from cover to cover and I think I have all the information that I need to get started with Phase One - which I started today.
I switched to all organic foods and have been eating six small meals during the day. I have also drank two 1.5 Liter bottles of Evian water.
I also started taking the following supplements:
*Liver cleanse
*Heavy Metal detox
*Colon cleanse
*Probiotics
*Multi-vitamin
*Digestive enzymes (I have to take these anyway because I have become having trouble with digestion since having my gallbladder removed a few months ago)
I pretty much went through the list in the book and have been sticking with that today. I have felt pretty good for the most part. I did notice some "gurgling" in my tummy, but that had more to do with the colon cleanse and fiber. I feel fine now. I actually feel lighter (I know that may sound nutty).
So......30 days starting today.....I get to gorge for two days (right?) and then commence Phase 2. I will take the time to read Dr. Simeon's protocol and save up for the hCG and supplies during this time. Someone mentioned a Greek pharmacy which I checked out and the price seems decent but it appears to be lumped into the same category as steroids which concerns me. Do people use hCG to "stack"? The last thing I need is to look like Vera from In Living Color. Another thing about taking the hormones is that these are used for fertility treatments - does this mean I will be more fertile and unable to take birth control? I am single and not sexually active - nor do I anticipate being active. But, like what if I get uber-sexy on the protocol and get knocked up. That would suck.
Just some thoughts. Perhaps some of my questions will be answered by reading Dr. Simeon's protocol.
Anyone else starting Phase One very recently or today?
I switched to all organic foods and have been eating six small meals during the day. I have also drank two 1.5 Liter bottles of Evian water.
I also started taking the following supplements:
*Liver cleanse
*Heavy Metal detox
*Colon cleanse
*Probiotics
*Multi-vitamin
*Digestive enzymes (I have to take these anyway because I have become having trouble with digestion since having my gallbladder removed a few months ago)
I pretty much went through the list in the book and have been sticking with that today. I have felt pretty good for the most part. I did notice some "gurgling" in my tummy, but that had more to do with the colon cleanse and fiber. I feel fine now. I actually feel lighter (I know that may sound nutty).
So......30 days starting today.....I get to gorge for two days (right?) and then commence Phase 2. I will take the time to read Dr. Simeon's protocol and save up for the hCG and supplies during this time. Someone mentioned a Greek pharmacy which I checked out and the price seems decent but it appears to be lumped into the same category as steroids which concerns me. Do people use hCG to "stack"? The last thing I need is to look like Vera from In Living Color. Another thing about taking the hormones is that these are used for fertility treatments - does this mean I will be more fertile and unable to take birth control? I am single and not sexually active - nor do I anticipate being active. But, like what if I get uber-sexy on the protocol and get knocked up. That would suck.
Just some thoughts. Perhaps some of my questions will be answered by reading Dr. Simeon's protocol.
Anyone else starting Phase One very recently or today?
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Permalink Reply by Dina on -
Day 2 and I feel great! Made some small changes already - I ate a large breakfast upon rising this morning. Usually, I don't eat til I get to work and with eating smaller meals throughout the day, that would have me eating later than 6 p.m. Because I started eating earlier, I should be done eating at 6.
I really think the reduction of Candida in my intestines is working already. I had no cravings and no crazy hunger. I was just hungry every 2.5 to 3 hours which is normal considering I am eating 6 small meals a day.
I am planning on walking outside an hour during my lunch hour at work - I am afraid that if I wait til I get home I might not get around to doing it at all and also it will be dark and that means walking on my treadmill which Kevin says should be a last resort. It's cold but at least I will knock my hour out of walking and get some sun.
Still looking for others who are just starting out Phase One who would like to give/receive support. I'm going to try to keep a daily journal on this thread for my own awareness and tracking of progress.
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Permalink Reply by Jennifer on -
I am going to start soon. I am waiting for my Colon and Candida also I am going thru a company that is Dr priscribed for the HCG and the cost is up there but you know I would PREFER to have my blood work done and get consulted on my journey then do it wrong. As for that company I am speaking to a person who is a diet or life coach one of those anyways she gave me SOOOOO much helpful info and also she is on her 2nd phase 2. She states that I can make payments on what I owe with NO intreast and if you recomend someone you get 50.00 off of your amount you owe let me know if your intreasted I have her number and name and man is she soooo helpful she takes her time to talk to you. Also I will be keeping up with you to see how your doing and I cant wait to start. I started a Blog for someone to join me but so far still waiting. You can go to my page and see my groups. Thanks and Good LUCK!!! PS I have so many questions as well. PSS let me remind you it takes a few weeks to get your HCG so the sooner the better also if your ganna go thru this Dr you need blood work done. Look for my group on my page
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Permalink Reply by Dina on
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I am kind of looking at getting my hCG from that Greek company I mentioned in my recent post. It's less expensive and they seem to ship it right away. Shipping costs are reasonable. I am afraid that if I go through a company here in the states and pay for blood work and the program, etc. I might not be able to afford to Phase 2 right when I am finishing Phase One. I am so anxious to get started and to reclaim my life! I had a comprehensive bloodwork done very recently and I am healthy as a horse. I'm planning on reading Dr. Simeon's protocal while on Phase One so I am familiar with giving myself injections and how much and the VLCD, etc. I will check out your blog often and add you as a friend. =)
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Permalink Reply by Peggy on -
What company did you go to? I want to start but I have to check prices first.
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Permalink Reply by Dina on
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I haven't bought any hCG yet - I found www.ortpharmacy.com that seems to have the lowest prices and they don't require an exam or bloodwork, etc. Also, many people have mentioned www.drugpharma.ca or something like that.
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Permalink Reply by Alexandra on -
Hi Dina,
HCG is a hormone that occurs in pregnant women. It will not make you more fertile but it can give you a false positive on pregnancy tests while you're on it. It will not make you buff, it is grouped with steroids because it reverses some of the damage to the hypothalamus that they can cause. You can stay on birth control according to Pounds and Inches, but for overall health and wellness you should really consider coming off it! I agree with ordering the HCG well in advance--it took me a month to get it and then a series of events kept me from starting when I wanted to. I am STILL on phase one after many months. It's a difficult protocol with a lot of preparation so make sure the timing is right! And yes, you get to gorge for 2 days after beginning the shots. Small consolation for 6 weeks of VLCD followed by 3 weeks of no sugar or starches, huh? Haha. Very funny post by the way!
Good luck to you in your quest for health,
Alexandra
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Permalink Reply by Dina on
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Thanks for squashing my hCG fears! Whew! What a relief! I can't wait to start Phase 2 but I am glad that KT added a Phase One to prepare for Phase Two - gives me time to save and order the supplies. I'm not currently on any medication - the hard part for me, I think, is going to be giving myself shots - I am a little scared of needles. Maybe if I just stab it into my gluteus maximus where I can't see I will be okay. LOL To tell you the truth, I feel so enlightened after reading KT's Weight Loss Cure book that I would be willing to do anything to get lasting results.
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Permalink Reply by Alexandra on
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that's a great attitude! there's lots of good info out there on preparing the shots and administering them. the more you know the less scary it is! join the yahoo group hcg dieters, someone on this board recommended it to me and I wish I'd had it when I was just starting out. tells you everything from where to buy to what to eat on the diet!
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Permalink Reply by janet on -
are you following phase one to the letter? i am overwhelmed by all the stuff needed just to get started. seems like i keep getting "supplies" and i keep needing more. how did you figure out youcould give the shots yourself once you start phase 2. that threw me as it said to take first thing in morning. i've been so excited to start this, but it seems the more i try to get started the more i run into to do. sounds like im just running off at the mouth, but i am trully frustrated. any help?
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Permalink Reply by Dina on
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I did have the long weekend to read and make a list of things I needed to get. I basically went through KT's do's and don'ts and typed up all the supplements that I needed. As far as the diet is concerned during Phase 1, he doesn't really elaborate, only that we should eat organic foods and eat six small meals a day. And, walk for an hour a day and do some form of strength training.
What I have been doing myself to get a jump on weight loss is to cut out refined carbs such as pastas and sugars, eat lean proteins and plenty of veggies and fruit. Just from doing those things, I have been losing.
Ideally, I'd like to lose about 20 lbs. during Phase I and then maybe during Phase II if you really can lose a pound a day on that program, I would almost be at goal at the end of Phase II and then lose the rest on Phase III.
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Permalink Reply by Jennifer on
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Well I am going to start phase 1 from day one to phase for as much as I can and I have not started yet for the reason I like you need sooooo much. If you want to go to my page or find my group I am looking for ANYONE to join it with me from Phase 1 to 4 I like you need guidence on this and I have gotten so much help and questions answered. I am still a little lost but I will continue to research all I need to get this right if you want you can message me and join my group. I also have a list of what I will be doing if you would like it e-mail or myspace me at jennifermontemayor76@yahoo.com I am looking to get this started in mid feb. How bout you? Well hope to hear from you soon and giid luck! Jenn
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