2010 Edition The Natural Solution™

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“A Way of Living” Transition Phases

hCG DIETERS

TRANSITION

And

MAINTENANCE

HANDBOOK

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A Way of Living™ A Way of Living™(AWOL)(AWOL)

Transition and Maintenance HandbookTransition and Maintenance HandbookFor the For-Ever Slim Dieter

During the first 3 Days after your sublingual oral hCG dose, you MUST follow exactly the Phase 2 foods as in VLCD (See below).

Begin counting the 72 hours from the time of the last dose.

During the 72 hours, a slight increase in diet, such as an extra apple, 150 gram of meat or extra breadsticks may be allowed (if) a person feels much hungrier and has lack of energy.

Your body has been flooded with hCG; it should take about 72 hours for it to leave the body.

Weigh yourself daily as it takes about three weeks before the weight reached at the end of Phase 2 treatment becomes stable. A fluctuation of 1 or 2 pounds is normal at this point. This will be your weight allowance for 4 weeks.

This is the first 72 hours from your last dose of sublingual drops. Remember, hCG is still in your body system. Any deviation can cause weight gain.

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PHASE 3 INITIATIONLunch/Dinner:

1st Day 800 calories @ 150 grams protein 2Nd Day 1000 calories@ 200 grams protein 3rd Day 1200 calories@ 250 grams protein

THE FOUR WEEK RULE: TRANSITION

Increase to 3 times the amount of vegetables Consume the same amount of fruit Drink 8-8 ounce glasses of water per day Drink one full glass before each meal

As long as your weight stays within two pounds of the weight reached on the day of the last sublingual drop, you should not be overly concerned with an increase. The first 4 weeks are Dr. Simeons Transitional weeks.

After your goal weight is reached, complete Phase 3 followed by the beginning three weeks of Phase 4 maintenance which is when you SLOWLY begin to add back in sugar and starch as you follow the requirement not to gain or lose more than 2 lbs.

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PHASE 4 INITIATIONTransition: This is for the next three weeks.

Check your weight every morning. Fluctuation of 1 to 5 pounds is normal (so don’t panic).

WEIGHT GAIN WARNING:As long as your weight stays within two pounds of the weight reached on the day of the last sublingual drops, clients should take no notice of any increase. The day you weigh yourself in the morning and the scale goes beyond two pounds, even if this is only a few ounces over two pounds, you must do the following. On that same day (not the next day) entirely skip breakfast and lunch but consume plenty liquids. In the evening consume a large size steak with only an apple or a raw tomato. Of course this rule applies only to the morning weight. In most cases your weight will then be brought back to within two pounds of the last sublingual drops.

If the meals skipped are on the day in which a gain is registered in the morning this brings about an almost immediate drop of often over a pound by the next day (next morning weigh in). But if the skipping of meals - and skipping means literally skipping, not just having a light meal are postponed ~ the phenomenon does not occur and several days of strict dieting may be necessary to correct the situation. It is of utmost importance that the meals skipped are on the same day as the scale registers an increase of more than two pounds and that missing meals are not postponed until the following day.

It takes about 3 weeks before the weight reached at the end of the treatment becomes stable, i.e. does not show violent fluctuations after an occasional excess. During this period clients must realize that carbohydrates, that are sugar, rice, bread, potatoes, pastries etc, are by far the most dangerous. If no carbohydrates whatsoever are eaten, fats can be indulged somewhat more liberally and even small quantities of alcohol, such as a glass of wine with meals, does no harm, but as soon as fats and starch are combined things are very liable to get out of hand.

This has to be observed very carefully during the first 3 weeks after the treatment is ended otherwise disappointments are almost sure to occur.

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WEEK ONEMost clients are surprised how small their appetite has become and yet how much they can eat without gaining weight. In most cases you will no longer suffer from an abnormal appetite and feel satisfied with much less food than before. In fact, most are usually disappointed that they cannot manage to eat much of their first normal meal, which they have been planning for weeks.

During your transition to remember the basic facts while meal planning and eating:

Eat 3 meals a day. Keep your meals small. Do not eat to excess. Eat until comfortably full. Eat slowly and enjoy your meals Always eat off of a small plate. Keep your portions small. Eat any meat protein and eggs, milk, cream, cheese, butter, olive oil,

salad dressings, and spices. East most vegetables except for starchy vegetables like potatoes and

corn, beans or rice. Eat any kind of fruit. No Wheat, bread, pasta, crackers, tortillas, etc.

Breakfast

Protein (s), Vegetables, no fruit. Protein (s), vegetables and fruit Same amount of fruit as on the 500 calorie diet Fruit is optional No rice, beans, breads, pasta, potatoes, corn or cereal on week one. Do Not Eat To Excess.

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WEEK TWO(If no unusual weight gain)

Exercise required: Minimum of ½ hour walking a day

Meals same as week one except you can add some beans or brown rice to one meal (lunch or dinner) a day.

Breakfast: Protein and vegetable.

Lunch: Protein and vegetable. You can add beans or rice to this meal. Fruit (optional).

Dinner: Protein and vegetable. If you did not add beans or rice to lunch, you can for dinner.

Do not eat after 6pm. Best results when following a specific time schedule.

WEEK THREEExercise required: Minimum of ½ hour walking a day

Weigh yourself every morning.

Same meals as week two except you can add some beans or brown rice or potatoes or bread (two slices) to two meals a day.

You can double the amount of fruit as on the VLCD calorie diet. Fruits are always optional.

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WEEK FOURLast week of transition

Exercise required: Minimum of ½ hour walking a day

Weigh yourself every morning.

At this time a fluctuation of 1 to 5 pounds is normal.

Same meals as week three, except you can add some beans, brown rice, potatoes or bread (two slices) up to three meals a day.

Fruits are always optional.

Important to remember:

Breakfast: Cereals and/or fruit juices are some of the worst foods that you can eat for breakfast. The dominate part of your breakfast must be protein followed by non- starchy vegetables and some fruit.

Maintenance: Real Life

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WEEK FIVE Eat any combination of foods with any

meal.

During week five a fluctuation of 1 to 5 pounds is normal.

Keep your meals small. Do not eat to excess. Eat until comfortably full.

Eat slowly and enjoy your meals.

Breakfast

Cereals and or fruit juices are some of the worst foods that you can eat for breakfast. The dominant part of your breakfast must be protein followed by non- starchy vegetables and some fruit. This is being repeated because for most people this is where they start the day off wrong.

THE PURPOSE OF ALL THIS: Over time your body will create a “set point”. Even though your weight may go up and down it will remain remarkably fixed if you follow this plan.

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HEALTHY NUTRITIONA Health Promoting Diet

Reduce fat intake to 15-20% of total calories. Choose health-promoting fats (essential fatty acids) and avoid saturated and hydrogenated (trans-) fats.

Eat adequate protein (0.8 g/kg body weight daily) from lean sources; including wild fish from cold, deep-water, organic poultry and eggs, legumes, beef, low-fat fermented dairy products, nuts and seeds.

Eat adequate vegetables, fruits and whole grains. These foods contain invaluable micronutrients, photochemical, antioxidants and fiber. Minimum daily fiber intake should be 30 grams.

Eliminate the intake of refined sugar and refined carbohydrates, processed foods, alcohol and caffeine.

Reduce exposure to pesticides and herbicides. Buy organic whenever possible. Fresh food is always preferable to frozen food and frozen food is always preferable to canned food.

Eliminate the intake of artificial food additives, colors and preservatives. Keep salt intake low and potassium intake high. Drink adequate water—generally 64 ounces daily. Identify and eliminate food allergies, intolerances and sensitivities. Modify your dietary choices as needed to meet your personal dietary

needs (as they relate to your medical condition, etc.). Consult your physician/clinician for information and guidance.

Determine caloric needs to achieve or maintain ideal body weight. Use the healthy exchange system to construct a health-promoting diet.

(Refer to reverse side for exchange diet information.)

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WATER CONSUMPTION

Inadequate water intake puts significant stress on the body. Think of water as the solvent that it is—it goes in clean and comes out dirty, carrying toxins out of the body. Each day our body requires an intake of over two quarts of water, in order to function optimally. Part of that water comes from our fruit and vegetable intake. The more produce you eat, the less water you’ll need to consume in addition to diet.

Coffee, tea, sodas, fruit juices, etc. actually add to the dehydration problem through their diuretic effects from caffeine and sugars. Fresh fruit juice should be diluted with water (1:1) before consuming it, in order to glean its health benefits while offsetting its diuretic effect.

As a general rule, consume 64 ounces of water daily, in addition to diet. Add another 8 ounces of water for each cup of coffee, tea, and soda or fruit juice consumed. Add another 8 ounces for each half hour of exercise daily. (Heavier people need more water daily. The rule-of-thumb for water requirements for heavier individuals is one-third of the body weight in ounces, plus 8 ounces for each diuretic beverage and half hour of exercise, as described above.)

Choose filtered water that is free of chlorine, microorganisms, solvents, heavy metals, etc. Mineral water (as compared to distilled water) may prevent the leaching minerals from the body—it’s debatable.

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BASIC FAQ’SHow Much Is A Serving?Vegetables: Raw-1 cup, Cooked/Steamed-1/2 cup, Juice-3/4 cup

Fruits: Raw-1 medium fruit or 1 cup, Cooked-1/2 cup, Juice-1/2 cup

Fermented Dairy Products: Plain yogurt, kefir-1 cup, Cheese-1 oz.

Whole Grains, Starch: Cooked-1/2 cup, Bread-1 slice, Bagel-1/2, Pasta (cooked)-1/2 cup (includes corn, potatoes, and winter squash)

Fish/Poultry/Eggs: Fish, poultry-3 oz., Eggs-1 whole or 2 whites or ¼ cup egg substitute Legumes: Beans (cooked)-1/2 cup

Oils/Fats: Oil-1 teaspoon, Nut butter/nuts/seeds-2 Tablespoons or 1 oz.

Visual Portion ControlHere are some visual clues to help you keep servings to the proper size:

3 oz. of fish, poultry = deck of playing cards or a computer mouse

1 cup yogurt or raw fruits or vegetables = a hand holding a tennis ball or a large ice cream scoop

½ cup cooked grain or vegetables or fruit juice = small fist

1 oz. cheese = thumb

1 oz. nuts = a golf ball

1 medium fruit = baseball

1 Tablespoon nut butter, nuts = a silver dollar, a walnut

1 teaspoon oil = a quarter

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SUPPORT=SUCCESS1. hCG Protein Drink: Protein helps with appetite satiety, energy & hunger cravings. Protein shakes are chocked full of necessary vitamins and minerals that your body may be missing. You can buy protein powders at www.dedicatedwoman.com or www.extremelabs.net. If you are using as your morning shake, you can add 1-2 scoops for a delicious, creamy and smooth shake.

2. hCG MCT Oil: This is the only oil allowed on the hCG program. Cook with it, add it in your salad as a dressing, and include it in your protein shake. Helps with Ketosis, energy levels, appetite suppression and bowel movement. A total of 1 tablespoon a day.

3 .Vitamin and mineral supplement: Don’t forget your supplements. You can visit our site for a list of local health food stores, if you don’t frequent one already.

4. B-12/Lipotropic Sublingual drops: These are fat burning additives and energy boosts. Clients allergic to eggs should not take the B-12 with M.I.C. Read the pharmacy label on the M.I.C. as it may give a warning on sulfa allergies. Many clients will ask their MD for a B-12 shot which is then directed directly into the blood system. We highly recommend this.

5. Aloe Vera Juice: This may help with inflammation & overall good health. Remember, one of the dysfunctions of the hypothalamus is inflammation. Aloe Vera Juice may help to improve immune functions, high anti-oxidant value, anti-fungal, anti-bacteria, anti-microbial, anti-viral, and better protection from endotoxemia. Follow the directions on the container or as directed by a physician.

6. Flax Seed/Tri Magnesium: May aid in elimination, energy & overall health.

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7. Cosmetics: When no dietary error is elicited we turn to cosmetics. Most women find it hard to believe that fats, oils, creams and ointments applied to the skin are absorbed and interfere with weight reduction by HCG just as if they had been eaten. This almost incredible sensitivity to even such very minor increases in nutritional intake is a peculiar feature of the HCG method. For instance, we find that persons who habitually handle organic fats, such as workers in beauty parlors, masseurs, butchers, etc. never show what we consider a satisfactory loss of weight unless they can avoid fat coming into contact with their skin.

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The following disclaimer is required by the FDA:

HCG has not been demonstrated to be effective adjunctive therapy in the treatment of obesity. There is no substantial evidence that it increases

weight loss beyond that resulting from caloric restriction, that it causes a more attractive or "normal" distribution of fat, or that it decreases the

hunger and discomfort associated with calorie-restricted diets. The FDA has not approved HCG for weight loss.

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