Question: Today is my first day on P3tolife. I hit 170.8 on my last day of HCG injections and now I am 172.6 on my last day after the HCG is out of my bloodstream. I tried doing an apple day yesterday but I was starving. I ate 4 apples and 1 cookie until dinner and I ... [Continue Reading]
Is there a problem with losing abnormal vs normal fat when not on the hCG Diet?
Original Question: I have followed your P3tolife plan as closely as life will let me with only one Cheat. I had some pumpkin sangria at our family Halloween party and my weight reflected it for about four days while still taking the shots. I started at 190 (193 after ... [Continue Reading]
How do I eat in Phase 3 of the hCG Diet?
I'm so glad you asked! This is THE number one important thing to maintaining all your hard earned weight loss with hCG. Complete Guide to P3 for the hCG Diet I have a pretty detailed post on how best to handle phase 3 here: In a nutshell though, the idea is to ... [Continue Reading]
Is cardio exercise ok to do in P3 of the hCG Diet or just weight training?
I think either/both are fine to do - the only thing that you must keep in mind when doing any sort of exercise during Phase 3 of the hCG Diet is that you will likely gain some water weight and you then have to be more flexible about your stabilization weight. When you ... [Continue Reading]
Can I do an 8 hour eating window daily in P3 or on the P3toLife program?
Original email for context: I viewed all the videos that discussed intermittent fasting but none of them addressed daily fasting. Specially not eating before noon or after 8. Can this be done with the program? It is not a good idea? If you do this and it suits your body ... [Continue Reading]
Are miracle noodles ok on Phase 3 of the hCG Diet?
Miracle noodles are one of those items that are pretty much allowed anywhere anytime. They are made from the Konjac root, called glucomannan fiber. They are purely soluble fiber, which your body can’t digest, so it goes through you - which is why they are calorie free to ... [Continue Reading]
I have been on Phase 3 for two weeks and have gained 5 lbs. What am I doing wrong?
Original email for context: I have been on Phase 3 for two weeks and have gained 5 lbs… I am super super bummed… I have studied this phase time and time again and feel like a failure every time. I have had no sugar or starches as noted on the protocol and am eating the ... [Continue Reading]
I get confused about the no sugar rule for Phase 3 of the hCG Diet – does that mean absolutely 0 grams of sugar?
Original email for context: Sometimes I'm confused on the "no sugar" rule for HCG 1st three weeks phase since there's sugar snuck into everything including things like beef jerky which I've yet to find a brand without zero sugar. In normal life my rule is not to eat ... [Continue Reading]
I’ve gained 1.4 lbs from my LDW so far on P3toLife – what the heck?
Original email: My husband and I have been following the P3tolife meal plan for a week now. He is down five pounds from his LDW, even with eating extra portions and apples. I'm UP 1.4 pounds from LDW, eating the normal portions. I haven't eaten anything "off diet," I ... [Continue Reading]
How am I supposed to eat during the 72 hours after my last hCG dose? And how do I transition into P3 with that?
Original email for context: How am I supposed to eat during the 72 hours after my last hCG dose? And how do I transition into P3 with that? We just start Week 1 72hrs after our last dose? Because in my book thing I got, it says have eat the exact same P2 foods just in ... [Continue Reading]
Aren’t you supposed to have 3 days of no hCG/injections to let the hCG wear off while still being on the low calorie diet?
Actually, this is something most people really get confused on (and I did too until I really delved into it for a bit). As what Dr. S recommends, P3 starts after 72 hours after the last dose (so not after the entire day of your last dose, but literally your 72 hours ... [Continue Reading]
How long should you do P3 of the hCG Diet if you have to ignore the 2 lb window?
If you find yourself in a position where you have to ignore the 2 lb stabilization rule for some reason - I have my posts on the reasons why you may need to that here: When to Ignore the 2 Lb Rule on the hCG Diet in P3- 3 scenarios: Reason 1: If You Didn't Eat the ... [Continue Reading]
Why do you load for hCG diet for 2 days but you need to still do VLCD for 3 days off the hCG?
Original email for context: I’m wondering if you have any insight as to why you load for only 48 hrs (2 days) but to get off the hcg you need to still do vlcd for 72 hrs (3 days). Why would that be? The 72 hours at the end of the very low calorie diet actually includes ... [Continue Reading]
I accidentally ate something in P3 of the hCG Diet that has sugar- should I start P3 over now?
Original email for context: I just figured out that I accidentally ate sugar on Phase 3. A little over a week into p3, I started using coconut milk. I drank a few cups making hot chocolate with it with Stevia. I just say that it has cane syrup. I have attached a pic of ... [Continue Reading]
I am going on a cruise / vacation right after P2 of the hCG Diet ends…can you help?
Original email: I will complete phase 2, but go on a 7 day cruise the very next day after. I don't intent on going crazy, but I'm not going to restrict myself. After all, it's a cruise! The plan is to do another round shortly after the cruise. Should I be that concerned ... [Continue Reading]
Do you have any suggestions to help me stop cheating on P3 of the hCG Diet?
Original email for context: I’ve done the protocol 3 time and have been pretty successful. This time around I’m having the hardest time with P3. I’ve done 3 steak days my last was yesterday and I completely screwed it up. I so believe in the HCG protocol it’s the first ... [Continue Reading]
Do I have to enter P4 in order to start hCG again?
Many people just end up staying in Phase 3 the entire time between their cycles of hCG on P2, and that's honestly perfectly okay. Even with the P3toLife program, which has up to 7 weeks of recipes and meal plans to utilize if you desire, the meals that are in "P4" ... [Continue Reading]
Can I transition to the Keto diet in P3 after finishing hCG?
Original email for context: Do you think it would be a good idea to transition into the Keto diet following completion of a round of HCG? If my body is already in ketosis I thought that might be a good way to maintain a healthy lifestyle. What are your thoughts? This is ... [Continue Reading]
How many ounces of steak do I eat on a steak day in P3?
Dr. Simeons didn’t give an exact amount - he did say to eat a large steak, so I don’t think the intention was to eat just a tiny serving. For me, I’d probably eat something around 8 oz or so. ... [Continue Reading]
How do you add calories in P3 when adding Crossfit? I’m worried about my thyroid and adrenals.
Original email for context: I know you started Crossfit in p3. How did you do that while still slowly upping your calories? My main concern is not enough calories and all the calorie burn from exercise causing my adrenals and thyroid to worsen. I'm thinking if you've had ... [Continue Reading]
I’m gaining on keto during Phase 3
I think this is helpful to share so that people can see that keto works for some but not others and also how Keto and P3toLife differ from each other. The email that sparked this topic was from a woman who was doing Keto on P3 and gaining weight even on rather low ... [Continue Reading]
I want to do hCG again but how do I keep the weight loss off? Any advice?
We get this question a lot because there has been so little guidance in the past on how to eat for maintenance. I designed an entire structured Phase 3 program now though called P3toLife, that women are doing AMAZING on- they are stabilizing perfectly well, very ... [Continue Reading]
Can I do a steak day even if I haven’t gone beyond the 2 lb mark in Phase 3?
Original email for context: Today would have been my very last day of P3 but because stabilization was so difficult this last round I am gonna continue in it. I cheated yesterday and had some sugar, I gained but not above the 2 lbs mark. Is it okay to do a steak day even ... [Continue Reading]
Should I still do Phase 3 knowing that I use homeopathic drops? Should I skip Phase 3 and just do another round with real hCG?
I would suggest to still do Phase 3 and take the full recommended break between your next round of hCG (which is longer than the 3-week Phase 3 period - see here for the timeline of breaks between hCG rounds). I think honestly it would be even more important in a case ... [Continue Reading]
Can I run during Phase 3?
Original email for context: I did not exercise during P2, but now that I'm starting 3 weeks of P3 and then doing another round, I want to start working out. Specifically, I'd like to run at least 5 days a week around 3-5 miles per run. My intentions are because I used to ... [Continue Reading]
I leave for a cruise like 3 days after coming off P2 – what’s the best strategy for me?
Being on P3 during a trip like this is much easier than P2 - the challenge, of course, is avoiding all the yummies, but basically, if you can just make good choices of lean meats and veggies while there, that is best. Try to fill up on low carb veggies - the fiber in them ... [Continue Reading]
I lose weight on hCG but it does not reset and stabilize my metabolism for some reason.
This was in regards to homeopathic or hormone-free hCG spray. 2 things to help you figure things out. HOMEOPATHIC VS REAL HORMONE HCG The first is, I am personally not sure at all that homeopathic and especially non-hormone sprays and drops are doing what the real ... [Continue Reading]
Do I stop eating the fruits and Grissini / Melba in phase 3?
Some ladies did continue with it - typically many women leave some fruit in, but not the grissini since it’s a grain and the standard protocol for P3 is no grain. Since the calories raise in P3, you want to be more careful how to utilize the carbs you do eat - it’s ... [Continue Reading]
Do I need to be cautious about reintroducing oils in my skincare regimen in P3?
Original email for context: Reintroducing oil back into my skincare regime. Of course I have eliminated all oils for P2, but now, I wonder if I need to be cautious about bringing them back in P3. I wanted to know if you have any ideas on how/when I can safely reintroduce ... [Continue Reading]
Can I have some half and half in my coffee on P3tolife?
Original email for context: I have always been successful putting half and half in my coffee. I feel like what has caused my weight to go up honestly isn't wine or half and half. Is it going to kill the deal if i am putting some half and half in my coffee during p3 OR do ... [Continue Reading]
Can I stop hCG early (2 weeks in) and move to P3toLife? Will I be able to stabilize after only 14 injections?
Original email for context: I'm on P2D11 (including 2 loading days). I'm down 8.5 pounds since first VLCD. I was planning on doing 23 injections total - so I'm like halfway there - but I'm starting to really struggle. I don't feel like I can make it through 2 more ... [Continue Reading]
I didn’t stick to the 500 calories strictly in P2 and I’m worried that means I won’t be able to stabilize my weight loss in Phase 3.
Original email for context: My biggest concern right now is whether or not I can maintain my weight post phase 3, because I haven't stuck to the 500 calories. I plan to stick strictly to the 500 calories or less after Monday, but my body would have only had 10 straight ... [Continue Reading]
After finishing Phase 2, my doctor told me to take half dose of hCG for 3 months and do the longevity diet.
Original email for context: Ask hCGChica if she has heard of this. Off hcg now, Dr told me to take 1/2 of my dose of hcg for 3 months and follow the longevity intermittent fasting diet. I had to look this up a bit. The longevity diet (here’s the book). Here is what one ... [Continue Reading]
Is it allowable to lose weight on P3 maintenance or do I need to eat more to stop weight loss?
You will read lots out there about people feeling that it's bad/wrong to lose weight during P3 and that you must stabilize and maintain rather than continue to lose weight. LOSING IN P3 NOT A PROBLEM TO ME This is, of course, your personal decision, but personally, I ... [Continue Reading]
Are the pizza crusts by Cali’flour permitted in Phase 3?
This company has quite a variety of products! The crusts that seem suitable are their low carb ones - the main ingredients in these is cauliflower rice, egg for binder, and mozzarella cheese. Like this one If you eat 1 entire crust above, it’s only 6 grams of carbs and ... [Continue Reading]
If I stay on Phase 3 for 6 weeks, how long should I do P4 before starting my next round?
I think there is no set rule but here's a little more info to help you decide. The main difference between Phase 3 and Phase 4 is that Phase 4 is about trying to incorporate some simpler starches and carbs again and attempt to still maintain. It’s not really a required ... [Continue Reading]
Is the 3 day transition period part of Phase 2 or Phase 3 of the hCG diet?
It's confusing isn't it! It's part of Phase 2. I have a whole post on how to do/handle this period properly: the 72 Hour Transition of hCG ... [Continue Reading]
If a food has 1 gram of sugar am I supposed to avoid that on the hCG diet?
With sugar there's a couple things to keep in mind. There are naturally occurring sugars in many foods, and if the food itself is what we would classify as low carb food, then it's totally fine- for instance, a can of tomatoes will show some grams of sugar on the can - ... [Continue Reading]
I’m going on a cruise partway into P3? What’s a good strategy for me?
If you go on P3 during the cruise, just try to make good choices of lean meats and veggies while there. Try to fill up on low carb veggies - the fiber in them will help you feel fuller so that you won't eat as many calories. Try not to eat much calorie dense foods for ... [Continue Reading]
Do I have to wait till after Phase 4 to workout and lose more weight?
Original email for context: In order to workout and lose more weight do I have to wait until after phase 4 ? Until I have fully slowly added calories back and stayed stabilized or can I workout in phase 4? And start losing more weight? This is always a personal choice in ... [Continue Reading]
If the purpose of phase 3 is to “lock in” your new fat set-point, after P3 is my body going to fight me losing the last few pounds without hCG?
Additional context of original email: Like, is it going to "crave" the higher weight that I ended my drops on or will it allow me to lose some without the HCG? As far as I know, I haven’t seen this to be a problem. When I think back to my first round of hCG, that first ... [Continue Reading]
Are Atkins bars OK to consume once in a while during Phase 3 hCG diet?
Re the Atkins bars: I've seen better bars as far as ingredients go, but it might be okay. They have different types of bars - the "meal" bars are probably most close to what you are looking for. I don't care for the fact that they contain sucralose, and overall when you ... [Continue Reading]
How many weeks is P3 actually? I’ve seen some say 3 weeks and some say 6. Your P3 to life plan has 7 weeks, why?
Phase 3 is always 3 weeks- the confusion you're running into is because even though Phase 3 is only 3 weeks after every round, the actual full length of time you are supposed to be break from hCG before you start your next round of hCG is a minimum of 6 weeks. Actually ... [Continue Reading]
After hCG Diet, will I ever be able to eat regular carbs again and not gain weight
Original email for context: Being that I am of Caribbean descent there are certain foods we eat which would be considered big no-nos on this diet until way after maintenance and even then that might be risky. I have already gone months with no rice, bread, flour or pasta ... [Continue Reading]
It seems like a lot of people who did the hCG diet gain the weight back plus more – I’m scared that will happen to me.
Original email for context: I came across a few videos on YouTube of people sharing they regained all the weight back and more. Is this something that happens frequently? I just started this round and am a little freaked out now. I am scared to lose a bunch of weight and ... [Continue Reading]
I lost weight with hCG diet but I’m close to goal now – can I lose the rest on my own without hCG?
Original email for context: I am almost done with my first round and have lost 17.6 pounds so far. I don't have much left to get back to where I feel comfortable. Can I continue to drop weight without using HCG? By making sure I have a calorie deficit and adding exercise ... [Continue Reading]
I keep regaining the weight in P3 as I come off of the 500 calories phase of the hCG diet… ideas??
In your case I would highly recommend then doing something structured- that’s what my P3toLife program is all about - an exact meal plan and recipes, that guides you through gradually raising your calories each week, which is one of the main factors in reliable ... [Continue Reading]
What about doing the Lipo after Phase 2 HCG during maintenance and after? Is it helpful?
Good Q! First of all, I do want to say, it’s definitely not required or necessary. However, some who have chosen to do the Ultraburn injections (Lipo shots for P3 with Nu Image Medical - you can buy them just by themselves without hCG if you already bought hCG somewhere ... [Continue Reading]
When can I add Crossfit on the hCG diet?
I added crossfit on day 1 of P3! BUT not all may want to do this. If you do, it’s very likely you will not be able to stabilize in the 2 lb window - which is actually just fine/okay as long as you are mentally/emotionally ready for it. I discuss it all in detail ... [Continue Reading]
Can I do the South Beach Diet for Phase 3 of the hCG Diet?
I found a little online handbook for South Beach Diet for everyone’s reference. From what I’m seeing it seems like their Phase 1 diet guidelines would work fairly well. While that phase does allow cheese and nuts, something we don’t add in the P3toLife program until week ... [Continue Reading]
Is the Atkins plan acceptable to follow in Phase 3 of the hCG Diet or after?
I found a basic breakdown of the 4 phases of the Atkins diet here. Phase 1 is often what many people think of as the main Atkins diet, although it’s actually not. But this involves under 20 grams of carbs per day, high fat, high protein, very low carb veggies. The ... [Continue Reading]
Can I, and is it okay, to lose weight on Phase 3 of the hCG Diet?
That is an excellent question, one that is surrounded with more drama than you would think! Some feel that if you do not strictly stabilize in the 2 lb window DURING the first 3 weeks of P3, that your metabolism won’t reset, and that you will gain weight easily after ... [Continue Reading]
Do you have a latte recipe that would be allowed on Phase 3 of the hCG Diet?
I don't have a particular P3 latte recipe, but here are a few things to help: Also the P2 hot drinks recipes - include a latte recipe - might be just as enjoyable for P3, or you could also adapt those to P3 as well. Also, some of the Ketogenic or Paleo latte recipes ... [Continue Reading]
Where’s the hCG Diet Phase 3 Foods list?
The P3 foods list is right here for ya! http://hcgchica.com/free-phase-3-hcg-diet-food-list/ You may also want to check out my structured program for Phase 3, P3toLife, if you are looking for more guidance than just a list of foods. It tells you exactly what to cook and ... [Continue Reading]
How to ramp up calories while doing HIIT bootcamp in Phase 3 of the hCG Diet?
Original email for context: In P3, I am slowly ramping up my calories this week (200 a day) and I will only be at 1100 by Monday. Do you recommend upping it a bit more? I’m doing HIIT bootcamp. It’s definitely a great idea to slowly increase calories in Phase 3. Since ... [Continue Reading]
Why is the fruit in Phase 2 not allowed in Phase 3 of the hCG Diet?
It’s not that fruits aren’t allowed on Phase 3. It’s not a rule, but you may have seen this written out in my free comprehensive guide to Phase 3. It’s just that whole normal servings of fruit have a fair amount of both carbs and sugar (in the form of fructose) and this ... [Continue Reading]
I’m an athlete. How long do I do Phase 3 of the hCG diet, how many calories do I eat, and may I incorporate the high fat low carb diet once again?
A regular Phase 3 stabilization phase is low carb but not necessarily high fat - my P3tolife Program is low carb, but not high fat or keto and is very successful for ladies to reliably stabilize their weight loss. If you want to pursue a keto style high-fat phase 3, I ... [Continue Reading]
