There are a number of resources for P2 hCG recipes now! The first is my own recipe site strictly for P2 now - thats: hcgchicarecipes.com This site has hundreds of P2 recipes now, from almost zero calorie drinks, to tons of main meal recipes with flavor profiles ... [Continue Reading]
Am I allowed to mix my vegetables on the hCG Diet P2?
While the original protocol didn’t allow mixing vegetables, I personally found that it could be done successfully if some basic principles are followed, and I discuss those in detail in this post here that you might find useful to you: Mixing Vegetables on the hCG ... [Continue Reading]
How much of the P2 Vegetables on the hCG Diet am I supposed to eat?
What's a bit different about the original hCG Diet protocol is that while Dr. Simeons gave us an exact amount of meat to eat - 100g, twice a day, and a fairly specific fruit amount (1 apple, 1 orange, handful of strawberries, etc), there was no such exact amount set for ... [Continue Reading]
Best book with recipes that stick to the original hCG Diet protocol without everyone’s revised plans?
I have an exact answer for you! This would definitely be Tammy Skye's hCG Diet Gourmet cookbook- it's been around for years and used by thousands of people: hCG Diet Gourmet Cookbook - Volume 1 hCG Diet Gourmet Cookbook - Volume 2Additionally though, we have a ... [Continue Reading]
What’s the max amount (in grams) for fat and carbs each day while on phase 2 of the hCG Diet? How many grams of protein should I strive for?
The original protocol of Dr. Simeons does not state exact macro count but it states approved foods and serving sizes. It is discussed here: Basics of What to Eat on P2 of the hCG Diet One thing though regarding fat though is the original protocol basically dictated it be ... [Continue Reading]
What can I use to pan fry my food on Phase 2 that’s nonstick and oil free?
Original email for context: My question is what can I use to pay fry my food in that's non stick and oil free? I used the mct oil that one blog said to use and weight stalled for 2 days. This is a tricky one isn’t it! For me, I found that sauteeing P2 foods in a little ... [Continue Reading]
How long do miracle noodles last? Do I keep them in the fridge?
Original email for context: I'm currently doing my first round but would potentially like to do another round in the future. Can the miracle noodles be kept in the refrigerator? Do you have any idea how long they last? I'm on phase 2 day 16 so it would be awhile before I ... [Continue Reading]
Do you have any smoothie ideas for Phase 2 of the hCG Diet?
Yes! We have both recipes that are just with the P2 fruit and some that involve a protein powder to make them a protein smoothie- some find this helpful who are on the higher calorie protocols for hCG that involve 3 protein servings instead of 2 like on the 500 calorie ... [Continue Reading]
Is there a meal plan or menu plan for P2 of the hCG Diet?
The original hCG Diet by Dr. Simeons didn’t have a specific meal plan per se with recipes, however, this can certainly be made once you have the basic food rules for the diet. We will put together a couple meal plan ideas for P2 for you - when they are ready we’ll let ... [Continue Reading]
Gluten-Free alternative to the grissini / melba on the hCG Diet?
Original email for context: What does an HCg’er do about gluten sensitivities…….the melba toast/grissini bread sticks are made with wheat. Is there a substitute / What should I do? There's a couple options here. I'm gluten sensitive as well. Option 1: Many ladies don't ... [Continue Reading]
I’m really missing breakfast on the hCG Diet – any suggestions for something I can eat in the morning?
Original email for context: I always have toast with my eggs in the morning and I am soooo missing that in my life right now. Any suggestions? It was allowed even on the original protocol of Dr. Simeons to break up your allotted food - so your lunch of the fruit + veggie ... [Continue Reading]
If I do hCG without fruits, do I substitute more vegetables in place of it?
Original email for context: I read that you did a round without fruits and I’d like to try this. My question is, when subbing veggies for fruit, can I have a different veggie during my meal or should I just have a bigger portion of one veggie? Hello! I’ll give a few ... [Continue Reading]
Can I do both the SP and AP recipes on P2 hCG diet or just one of them?
Yes, you can definitely do both! Really, unless you are in the camp of wanting to do the strict simeons diet only, which if you are that's totally fine and we respect that, the AP version is actually meant to be done on top of/in addition to SP. Basically meaning AP ... [Continue Reading]
How can I track my calories on Phase 2 – what online app or tracker?
Original email for context: What macro/nutrient tracker do you recommend and how exactly do we put our veggies in to it? Is it just with grams? For online tracking what you can do is use myfitnesspal.com (MFP) but combine this with searching for most ingredients by ... [Continue Reading]
What drinks can I have besides water on hCG?
Since I get so many questions about various types and brands of drinks and if we can have them on hCG, I thought I'd make kind of a "master list" if you will to help us all out. And please remember, just because I am listing them here does not mean there's a guarantee ... [Continue Reading]
What happens if you don’t eat everything on the hCG diet?
I actually have an article for you on this! Is it okay to eat less than 500 calories on the hCG Diet? ... [Continue Reading]
Are the Phase 2 foods listed on your plan the same as other plans?
It can be confusing sometimes knowing what's what huh! I don't actually consider myself to have a specific hcgchica P2 protocol at this time. However I can explain a few things: Of all the hcgchicarecipes on my website we did need to classify them - so therefore: SP = ... [Continue Reading]
Protein Powders / Shakes on P2 and P3 hCG Diet – what brands do you recommend?
You may already know this, but just in case, protein shakes and powders are AP - meaning an alternate hCG protocol- not original - I’m not against them just want to make sure you know that. And also the following shakes are good for BOTH P2 and P3 - they have very little ... [Continue Reading]
What type of melba toast can you use on the HCG diet? Can it be whole grain?
Yep! While not many choose to eat the grissini/melba toast on hCG, if you do, most of the standard brands like this one that you come across are about the same. You will notice that the ingredients say “molasses” and you might be like, Oh my goodness it has sugar! But if ... [Continue Reading]
Can I have Dandyblend on Phase 2 of the hCG Diet? Coffee replacement
Dandyblend has 5 calories per tsp, so I think it’s totally a go on P2 of the hCG Diet personally. I typically used about 1 tbsp in 1 drink when I’ve used it so that’s only about 15 calories and 3 carbs. They have Dandyblend on Amazon! Large 2 lb pouch 25 single ... [Continue Reading]
Can I have La Croix sodas on Phase 2 for an evening out while on hCG?
Yes these are a great choice for keeping your sanity on an evening out while on the VLCD phase of the hCG Diet - they are calorie free and not even sweetened and I LOVE how many flavors they have now! It’s practically endless now. Some of my favorite flavors can be found ... [Continue Reading]
What can I use for cream in my coffee on Phase 2 hCG diet?
A few things here. So of course, the original Simeons hCG Diet protocol only allowed 1 tbsp of milk per day - so of course, you can put that in your coffee but I know that may not cut it for some. HALF AND HALF (GASP) For me, while I drink black tea not coffee each ... [Continue Reading]
Tips for vegetarian protein sources on Phase 2 of the hCG Diet that allow the same weight loss as meat?
First of all definitely check out my hCG interview with Mary from Episode 69 as she did her hCG protocol as a vegetarian and we detail out some replacement vegetarian foods for Phase 2 there. I have a few vegan sources I can give you which of course fit within vegetarian ... [Continue Reading]
Did you have the same weight loss when you used Greek yogurt on the Phase 2 hCG diet vs. when you didn’t?
I have a detailed post about how I utilized fat-free Greek yogurt while on P2 here that you should definitely check out! But one thing I will add is that I did not lose 1 lb per day every day on the hCG protocol and neither would most women in my weight category. This is ... [Continue Reading]
Monk Fruit as a sweetener allowed on P2 and/or P3 of the hCG Diet?
I personally think Monk fruit sweetener on P2 would be fine. I'd suggest using small amounts to start just to be sure before using too much of course. I think it's a quite healthy sweetener- it tastes a bit too fruity for my palate, but I'm trying to get adjusted to it ... [Continue Reading]
Am I supposed to be weighing all my vegetables on P2 of the hCG diet? I’m so confused!!
Personally, I only weighed my vegetables during my first round of hCG. I never did again- I didn’t really find it to be necessary. Once I saw how few calories was in my romaine lettuce I was like, I dooonnnn’t think I need to be doing this lol. For the hCGChica recipes ... [Continue Reading]
How much of your Phase 2 hcgchicarecipes can I eat?
Original question for context: Your P2 hcgchicarecipes show the amount of calories per serving, but is the recipe shown considered one serving or more? In other words, if I make the recipe as shown can I eat the whole thing or do I need to figure out how much one serving ... [Continue Reading]
