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Phase 3 - Additional Recipes - Flax Meal Strawberry Waffle

Flax Meal Strawberry Waffle This is quite simply a most decadent *P3* meal in itself! We have it for breakfast several times a week on P3. The first b...

Phase 3-Additional Recipes-Flax Seed

The recipes below are from a Flax seed/meal blog posted by Jenn Young on the site with links to some awesome options for breads and muffins and such o...

Phase 2 Recipes-A-E (Apples-Eggs)

The Recipes file is HUGE, so it's been split into a few sections. For more recipes, search this knowledge base (Click on the Knowledge Base tab above)...

Phase 3B Recipes-All Recipes A-Z

The following are ALL Recipes-A-Z for Phase 3B B ________________________________________________ BREAD BANANA BREAD : See Banana Bread - Low fat and ...

Phase 2 Recipes-V (From Vegan Meal to Venizen)

V VEGAN MEAL ON THE GO If you have one of those super blenders like a vitamix or a blendtec this works great for a lunch on the go! It is filling and ...

Phase 2 Recipes-T (includes Tomatoes, More Tomatoe Sauces and Toothpaste)

T TACOS - INCREDIBLE TACOS See - BEEF * TEA - GINGER See DRINKS _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ TOMATOES * TOMATO SAUCE - HOMEMADE OVER CHICKEN Take 2...

Phase 2 Recipes-S (Salads, Salad Dressing, Sauces, Soups, Seasonings and Spreads)

S SALADS SALAD - APPLE CHICKEN Take 100g ground chicken and mix with the following: 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic 1 chive 1/2 Tbsp dried onion flakes 1 tsp s...

Phase 2 Recipes-M-R (Includes Noodles, Onions, Pickles, and Radish Relish)

M MERINGUE COOKIES See DESSERTS MIRACLE NOODLES AND SHRIMP See NOODLES MUSTARD See CONDIMENTS Recipes-N N NOODLES LOBSTER SAUCE OVER PASTA - See FISH ...

Phase 2 Recipes-G-L (Garlic to Lasagna)

G GARLIC SHRIMP AND ASPARAGUS STIR FRY W/ NOODLES See FISH * GINGER TEA See DRINKS GRILLED CHICKEN and ONIONS See CHICKEN GRILLED ONIONS See ONIONS H ...

Phase 2 Recipes-F-Fish

F FAJITA STYLE CHICKEN W/ TOMATO SALSA See CHICKEN _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ FISH BAKED FISH Ingredients: Fish of your choice Sea salt Black Pep...

Phase 3A Recipes-All Recipes A-Z

The following are recipes for Phase 3A. To see additional Recipes look up recipes by Letter in Community Help. See also Recipes for Phase 3B. Look up ...

Topics

Phase 3 Calorie Calculator

With over 4000 [ed. note: now 34,000+] people now doing this Protocol, one of our original members discovered a formula for calculating how many calor...

IUD or oral contraceptives while on the HCG Diet Protocol

Can I use an IUD or oral contraceptives while on the HCG Diet Protocol? Dr. Simeons did not object to his patients using oral contraceptives while on ...

Age Restrictions for Kids/Teens

Can Kids and Teens follow this protocol? Rob's standard answer when asked this question is: "I do not believe this protocol should be done by teens or...

Pregnant/Breastfeeding

Can I do this protocol while pregnant or breastfeeding? No, you cannot do this protocol while pregnant or breastfeeding. For the healthy development o...

Pickles

PICKLES: Pickles are allowed during Phase 2 as long as they don't have any sugars or "natural flavorings" added. Cucumbers, vinegar, salt... herbs... ...

Protein Shakes

You might as well know up front: I'm not a fan of protein shakes. We're made to chew our food and nutrients, not to "drink" them. Think of it: what na...

Clearing Your Computer's Cache Memory

From time to time, our computers need a bit of "refreshing," especially if used daily to surf the Internet, and even more so if you're scratching your...

Vegetarians and Vegans on the TrimYou™ Protocol

Our vegan and vegetarian friends may have slower results but still do better on TrimYou™ than they might on other diets. VEGAN: Strict vegans generall...

Urine odor

Some folks have reported noticing an unusual (and most unpleasant!) odor in their urine during Phase 2 (Burn). This may have several causes. Personall...

Bad Breath

BAD BREATH We've heard of this happening to some folks. What's typically going on is your body is ridding itself of toxins any way it can. It'll go aw...

Phase 2: Detox, Nausea, Rashes, Break-Outs, Illness, Sick

The following was written by Daniel, Help Desk Moderator: While it's not a common complaint, some members have reported that during the first week or ...

Rashes, Itching, breakouts, etc.

A small percentage of members have reported a 'sudden' rash developing after they begin following the TrimYou® Protocol. This has baffled us (and, fra...

About Phase 3

WHAT'S PHASE 3 ALL ABOUT? Phase 3 is broken into two three-week periods: Phase 3A (where more food but no sugars and starches are allowed) and, Phase ...

Gallstones, Gallbladder Concerns

As it relates to gallstones, Simeons cautions about the possibility of aggravating an already-existing condition (note, neither TrimYou nor hCG CAUSES...

Slower Losses/Boredom/Hunger During Subsequent Rounds

SLOWER LOSSES/HUNGER IN SUBSEQUENT ROUNDS Some people report that their results in subsequent rounds of HHCG are different: Hunger, Boredom, Slower Lo...

Adding a Ticker To Your Blog

How to add a useful graphical tracker to your TrimYou blogs using the TickerFactory.com free tickers. Q: How do I use these tickers on my TrimYou blog...

Bottom of the Bottle: Won't Spray Anymore. Running Low. Running Out. Combining Two Bottles into One

This isn't a common complaint, but we have a couple of workarounds: 1) Unscrew the top, and try your best to drip 1 or 2 drops on your tongue for each...

Hair Loss

HAIR LOSS: Some folks doing the HHCG protocol have experienced hair-loss. This is a known possibility for a very small percentage of people. It has no...

Vegetables: Unlimited

UNLIMITED PROTOCOL VEGETABLE ALLOWED AT A MEAL The vegetable serving of 100g minimum that we used to advise (and may still exist in some legacy docume...

Smoking

Of course, as a matter of precaution and promoting good health, we recommend that you don't smoke or use tobacco. CIGARETTES, CIGARS, TOBACCO, MARIJUA...

HRT and bioidentical horomone cream

If you're currently using bioidentical hormone cream for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Most of the creams of which we're aware contain fat/oil in...

Another Round? When Can I Start Another Round of Phase 2?

Can I go past 43 Days on Phase 2 or When do I start another Round? Phase 2 is 43 days. Technically, if you're feeling up to it, you can go until the b...

Muscle Ache and Fatigue

Muscle aches are fairly common as you shed weight. This seems to be caused by your body and organs and muscle readjusting to all the changes. Please s...

Skipping Meals/Items Occasionally

SKIPPING MEALS Many people ask if skipping meals or items is okay during the fat-loss phase (Phase 2: Burn). The answer is yes, however, Protocol is p...

TOM - Time of the Month (Women Only)

TOM = Time of Month (Menstruation) Can I start the Protocol on TOM? Since women tend to retain water during TOM you may not have the results you want ...

What to do on Shabbos

Here's what I did: - First off, make Kiddush on a dry wine (less sugar than sweet) if possible - For lechem mishnah, make hamotzi on the 2 challahs, e...

Cheating -- I Cheated. Now What?

OH-OH. "COOKIES WERE EATEN!" No matter how delicious or temporarily satisfying eating something off-Protocol might be, a cheat will ultimately bring y...

Phase 2-Tighten and Repair

Tighten and Repair The below post by Judi, one of our members, colloquially explains what "Tighten and Repair" is. FWIW, I refer to it as "Tighten and...

Vegetarian Protein Options

There are 3 vegetarian protein options: 1) Eggs (4 whites to 1 yolk ratio) 2) Fat free cottage cheese (3/4 cup) 3) Pea protein powder (~100 cals, amou...

Phase 2-Urinalysis Test Strips

Go to this link to order Urinalysis Test Strips: Order Test Strips The above product is an all-in-1 test strip that includes testing for Ketones like ...

Phase 3-Charts-Diet Journals, Calorie Counters, Glyco Index, Recipe Calorie Calculator

Below are some excellent resources for you: http://caloriecount.about.com/?utm_medium=redirect&utm_source=myfatcure.ning.com&utm_campaign=calo...

Phase 3-Calorie Counter/Helper

To help you count your calories go this link: Phase 3 Calorie Counter http://caloriecount.about.com/?utm_medium=redirect&utm_source=myfatcure.ning...

Phase 2-Golden 1/2 Hour-(What does this mean?)

The Golden 1/2 Hour On Phase 2, Do not eat/drink/take/apply/smoke anything during the "Golden 1/2 hour" which means 15 minutes before AND after you sp...

Phase 2-Measurements

Measurements Don't forget to take your measurements! AND your pictures! But - make sure you take photos and measurements before you begin the protocol...

Dr. Simion's Quote: "hCG Doesn't Cause Weight Loss" Simions said so!

The following quote was posted by Daniel, the moderator on the TrimYou site: I think I love Dr. Simeons even more now than ever! In my research for a ...

Phase 3-Products-Zevia Soda

There is a wonderful soda available for use in Phase 3 ! It is called Zevia . It is made with stevia and is so much better for you than any other soda...

Phase 2-Products-Scales: What Kind You Need

What kind of scale should you get? Kitchen -- The best scale to measure your meats is a digital postal scale. If that cannot be had (you can order one...

Phase 2-Products-Allowed Cosmetics

The following is the (nowhere near exhaustive) list of allowed cosmetics, etc.: *** ANYTHING you rinse right off/out is OK *** *** ANYTHING you leave ...

Phase 2-Products-Pea Protein Powder-Kirkman

Phase 2-Products-Noodles

Konjac Noodles You can add konjac flour -- often made into noodles -- to your diet during Phase 2 (and P3, and P4, etc.)! Most varieties have NO fat a...

Phase 3-Products-Larabars

Larabars are 'C' for P3A - but the ones with cashews in them are 'C' for Phase 3B. They are made with nuts and fruit. Dates are one of the highest sug...

Phase 2-Products-Herbs and Spices

Spices (Dried only) You may use sea salt, salt, pepper, vinegar, mustard powder, garlic, basil, parsley, thyme, marjoram, onion powder, cinnamon, etc....

Phase 2-Products-Shampoo, Conditioners, Toothpaste, Deodorant etc.

Many members have asked about the following products. We have a partial list of products below that are OK for this protocol. There is one rule of thu...

Phase 2-Products-Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is allowed on Phase 2 as long as it is COLD PRESSED. It is for topical use only - not to cook with or eat. You can use food grade for cosm...

Phase 2-Products-Grissini (Breadstick) and Melba Toast (Starches)

What starches are allowed on Phase 2? You have 2 choices : Grissini - a long thin bread stick - not a brand name, a bread stick type. Find out what it...

Phase 2-Products-Braggs Liquid Amino Website

As one of the very few additions to the Dr. Simeons' original diet, Bragg® Liquid Aminos (or BLA) are allowed. Use them to sauté meats or to flavor so...

Phase 2-Products-Apple Cider Vinegar

Here is the information on apple cider vinegar: As far as protocol goes -- it is a wonderful condiment! Have it on your salad! Some have said it helps...

Phase 2-Medication Information

We aren't doctors nor do we give medical advice. Please don't ask whether medication "X" is okay to take during this Protocol, as answering that quest...

Phase 2-Medication Adjustments

If you are on a prescription medication and are doing the protocol - please make sure you are being monitored closely as you go along. Most prescripti...

Phase 2-Medications/Vitamins-Gum, Mint, Throat Lozenges

In a gum chewing society -- these types of questions come up a lot. Can I chew gum while on Phase 2? Can I use breath lozenges? What about mouthwash? ...

Walden Farms Products List

Walden Farms® has many different products available. Rob has advised to use ALL Walden Farms products with CAUTION on P2 (meaning, if your body doesn'...

Phase 3-Protein Day

Protein Day This was an experiment: Our administrator was needing a steak day (over 2 + pounds up) and instead tried a "Protein Day". Protein Days mos...

Phase 3-Steak Day/Steak Day Alternative Menu

So, what is a Steak Day ? It is a day for getting back to within your 'window' of 2 + pounds above your LSW - Last Spray Weight. When do you do a Stea...

Phase 3-High Fat Foods

High Fat Foods Dr. Simeons just said to eat when you are hungry and stop when you are full. However, you might need to try a different type of thing w...

Phase 3-Before You Start-MUST READ!

Many people are not seeing, overlooking, not wanting to do, or something... Below is information on the correct way to begin Phase 3. 1. Weigh the mor...

Phase 2-"Sweeteners"

Stevia is the recommended sweetener for this protocol. It is a natural sweetener, not a man made chemical -- much better for our bodies. It can be use...

Phase 2-Stalls-"Pre-set"

What is a preset ? It is a place where your body has been before. A weight that it lived for a time and got comfortable with it. They are a total PAIN...

Phase 2-Organic Oils

Many have been asking what kinds of products they can use....... What should they not use...... What to look out for....... It is really pretty simple...

Phase 3-Protein Deficiency

If you are struggling in Phase 3 with gaining weight, retaining water, and/or swollen ankles -- please read this: Dr. Simeons says in 'Pounds & In...

Phase 2-Coffee and Teas, Other Beverages

COFFEE: Never allowed on this protocol during Phase 2. The oils interfere with the homeotherapeutic-style spray. So, if you drink coffee during Phase ...

PHASE 2-Stalls-Apple Day

What is an Apple Day? It's a method of helping (but not guaranteeing) to keep your sanity while enduring a four- to six-day (or more) plateau. Remembe...

Phase 2-Spray Storage

How do you store your spray? In a cool dark place. At least 24" away from electronics; including speakers, computer monitors, televisions, ovens, refr...

Phase 2-Spray Ingredients

See here: What is in each bottle? The ingredients in the spray are distilled water and corn alcohol. Where is the HCG?!?!?!?!? It's NOT in there!!!!! ...

INTERRUPTING/SUSPENDING THE PROTOCOL

We want to caution you about a term we've heard numerous times, which has been used to sometimes justify 'taking a few days off" from the protocol: a ...

Phase 2- Spray: Dosage Information

Dosage Information: On the bottle is says - 2 sprays orally/ 2 times per day. That means 2 full squirts, 2 times, every day 12 hours apart. Aim at the...

Phase 2-Spray: Everything You Need to Know About Airports-X-Rays-Electronics-Magnets

The spray will last forever if it is stored in a cool, dark place away from electronics. Your spray cannot go through the x-ray machine at the airport...

Phase 3-Food: Almond Milk Recipe

Almond milk is a great alternative to dairy milk and a healthy component for any smoothie or shake. Almonds are gluten-free, low in carbs, and promote...

Phase 3-Exercise-The Tabata Protocol

Phase 2-Exercise

While on Phase 2 , Dr. Simeons says this on page 26 of Pounds & Inches: "...the weight can temporarily increase..... after a exceptional physical ...

Phase 2-Weakness in Muscles

Muscle weakness is talked about by Dr. Simeons in Pounds & Inches on page 26. (See below) The muscles, before HHCG, were marbled with fat and they...

Phase 2- Water-Your Daily Minimium Requirement

The amount of water necessary on the diet is the following: The daily minimum requirement formula equals half the body weight in ounces. - up to a gal...

Phase 2-Vitamins and Minerals

The question often comes up about whether or not to take (or continue taking) vitamins and supplements. We'll address those below. MULTIVITAMINS are n...

Phase 2-TOM (Time of Month)-Red Raspberry Leaf Tincture Information

Raspberry Leaf (Rubus idaeus) RASPBERRY LEAF TINCTURE DOSAGE DETAILS Take 1 teaspoonful 3 times daily. For general prevention and for promotion of hea...

Phase 2-The Process and Fat Cell Release

The HHCG tells the body to download stored fat. So the fat cell dumps some. Then water rushed in to take it's place. Water weighs more than fat does s...

Phase 2-Sleep: "You Snooze-You Lose!"

The following is basically lifted right from the pages of the book Nurture Shock by Po Bronson - a fabulous book compiling all kinds of recent data an...

Phase 2-Sea Salt Cocktail/Broth

For hunger issues, some have found that increasing their intake of sea salt is helping them with that. You might consider trying: The sea salt cocktai...

Phase 2-Ketosis Information: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know Re: Ketosis and Ketone Test Strips

1. What are ketones? 2. How will ketosis help me to lose weight? 3. But, isn't ketosis dangerous? 4. How do the ketone test strips work, and where do ...

Phase 2-Hypoglycemia-Low Blood Sugar

Having problems with dizziness? Weak? Shaky? Feel like you might faint? These may be signs of hypoglycemia - or low blood sugar. There are some things...

Phase 2-Hungry and/or Tired? Now What?

HUNGRY and/or TIRED? When I surveyed members about hunger, 52% said they had very little or no hunger whatsoever on this protocol. Another 36% said th...

Phase 2-Goal Reached Early! Now What?

Wonderful!!! Congratulations!!! So now what do you do? IF YOU'VE DOSED FOR 23 OR MORE DAYS (AND REACHED YOUR GOAL BEFORE DAY 50): If you have gone pas...

Phase 2-Gained? It was just one bite!

So...you're wondering WHY did one little thing cause you to gain so MUCH!?!?!?!?!?! OK, whenever you eat anything off protocol, no matter how small (o...

Phase 2-Diabetes Information

Regarding diabetes and HHCG: We aren't doctors nor do we dispense medical advice. Work closely with your doctor before undertaking any weight reductio...

Phase 2-Cravings

We have not been taught how to really listen to what our bodies are trying to say. They start out just asking quietly - with an "Ah-hem." If we don't ...

Phase 2-Constipation

CONSTIPATION Dr. Simeons talks about constipation in Pounds & Inches on page 23 (see below). He said it is common to not have a bowel movement but...

Back to Back Rounds

BACK TO BACK ROUNDS Are you thinking of possibly doing (what we term) "Back to Back" rounds to get your weight off faster? I.e., shortening Phase 3 or...

Phase 1: Loading

LOADING : Is there a better way? Yes! What most people choose to do is chow down on everything they will miss on their Phase 2 journey. Is that the be...

Phase 1-Loaded and Lost Weight?

How can someone lose weight while loading? That is a good question. If you look back on your eating habits before this spray came into your life, you ...

Listening to our Bodies

LISTEN! OUR BODIES ARE TRYING TO TELL US SOMETHING! We have not been taught how to really listen to what our bodies are trying to say. They start out ...

Expectations

EXPECTATIONS! So - what are realistic expectations of this protocol? For women: you can expect to average a release of your stored fat of about .5 pou...

Phases at a Glance

PHASES AT A GLANCE Phase 1 : No spray - 2 load days (or more if prior low fat dieting). Read more about Phase 1 (Load) ... Spray night of last load da...

REFERRAL PROGRAM

Information on how to refer new members: With the TrimYou Spray Referral Program, you can earn 26% commission on any sales that come from your Referra...

FAQ'S and HOW TO'S: Commonly Asked Questions and Answers

Faq's and How To's on (almost) everything: First, check here for ordering and product questions: TrimYou Spray FAQs Page These are some commonly asked...

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