Guide To The HCG Diet

Effectiveness of the Diet

Under medical supervision, the people on the HCG Diet take the hormone either by injection, oral drops, pellets, or sprays. It is advised to use only the injection prescribed and administered by a licensed practitioner. While the FDA has not approved the injection for use in this way, it is not illegal. Under medical supervision, you are more likely to see greater success with the effectiveness of the diet.

There is a couple of reason this diet is short-ended. First, the dietary restrictions are severe and should not become a regular dietary habit. Second, with the body naturally working to achieve homeostasis, taking the hormone for any length of time could develop an immunity to it. Another reason is the damage that could be done to the metabolism due to the calorie restriction. However, when followed correctly, patients have reported impressive results with HCG and weight loss.