TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL HCG VITA DIET – PHASE 3!!!

1.       Avoid all starches and sugars for three weeks following the HCG phase of the diet then introduce healthy carbohydrates back into your diet slowly as you begin the maintenance phase of the diet

2.       Weigh yourself daily.

3.       Enjoy eggs, cheese, dairy, healthy fats, and more variety of non-starchy vegetables and fruits.

4.      You may enjoy an alcoholic beverage such as wine, beer or liquor with meals during phase 3. Avoid sweet mixers, liqueurs, and dessert alcohols.

5.       Avoid very sweet fresh and dried fruits due to the high sugar content.

6.       Avoid starchy vegetables such as potatoes, winter squash, corn, beans, beets, and peas.

7.       Check ingredients and labels as you shop to avoid ingesting starch or sugars.

8.       Limit your use of nuts. Small amounts in recipes should be okay.

9.       Check the starch content of the nuts and remove the skins if possible.

10.   Eat organic foods as much as possible and avoid fast food restaurants and processed foods.

11.   Avoid artificial sweeteners and sodas.

12.   Do a “steak day” if you go over 2 pounds of your last Drops weight. For a “steak day”, make sure to drink plenty of water and avoid food during the day then eat a large steak with either a raw apple or tomato for dinner. You should find yourself back on track the next morning and maintaining your weight.

13.   Avoid losing weight during phase 3. You want to maintain your loss within 2 pounds of your last Drops weight in either direction.

14.   Make sure you eat enough calories. Supplement your diet with healthy fats such as olive, virgin coconut oil, avocado or flax seed oil.

15.   Feel free to take your vitamins and supplements during phase 3.

16.   Consider doing colon, Candida, or other cleanses during phase 3. Candida cleansing is particularly helpful if you have had sugar or starch cravings in the past.

17.   Drink plenty of water and the recommended teas throughout the day.

18.   Exercise in moderation. Good exercises include walking, yoga, rebounding, and light strength training.

19.   Visualize yourself at your goal weight and stay positive.