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HCG FRIENDLY BEVERAGES We have some fun ideas for creating refreshing drinks the whole family can enjoy. These non-alcoholic HCG drink ideas will be a hit at your next braai. YOUR BASICS Good Old Water Our bodies are about 75% water. No drink is healthier or more natural than plain water. Even better, water is […]

How to braai red meat from our program SIRLOIN How to braai red meat, The steak should be at room temperature by the time it goes onto the fire. If it’s in the fridge, take the steak out 20 minutes before you want to braai it, and leave it in the shade or indoors. Prepare

HEALTHY BRAAI tips, Although braais tend to conjure up images of boerewors rolls, beers and bad food choices, there are loads of simple swops that you can make to keep your braai tasty and still stick to the HCG protocol.  Here are some top tips for healthy braais: BEST BETS FOR BRAAI SNACKS: Roasted spicy

Building a Support System Losing weight and our partners who support us. Healthy food? No, Thank you! Do I seem fat to you?  Would you still love me, if I don’t lose weight? Why do you want to change your lifestyle now? Is their somebody else? I don’t want to be on a diet! There

GOOD EATING HABITS Be a model for yourself. Choose a healthy eating habit. Influence your loved ones to be in a healthy lifestyle. They may not join you in doing the HCG diet. At least they will join your healthy eating habits. This is one way to make you comfortable while you are on the

Overcoming a weight loss stall When stalls happen be aware but do not get alarmed or discouraged. It is natural and they happen to everyone. Stay focused and remember these tips to get yourself past them. Basic Troubleshooting for A Stall on our HCG Diet If you encounter a stall on our HCG Diet for

Why you can’t mix protein’s on our protocol. Some people feel the only way to do the hCG protocol is to do it exactly as Dr. Simeon’s wrote it. Others may feel they can do anything they decide on hCG without consequence. We feel that there should be a balance somewhere in the middle. We

Many people get the urge to eat unhealthy foods, especially when they’re on a diet. In fact, it’s thought that around 50% of people regularly experience food cravings, which can derail their attempts to eat healthy. However, some healthy foods feel quite indulgent. This article details healthy foods that can satisfy your urge to eat

Skipping meals and health risks. Skipping meals has potential negative consequences. Doing so can have negative effects on one’s health. These negative health effects include: weight gain, binge eating, lower metabolism levels, impairing of mental focus and an increase in the risk of developing diabetes. Some people might think skipping meals can be beneficial because

Why not Protein & Fat Excess protein consumed is usually stored as fat, while the surplus of amino acids is excreted. This can lead to weight gain over time, especially if you consume too many calories while trying to increase your protein intake. That being said, certain foods are more problematic than others. That’s especially