Suggestions and my 2 Cents

So I have had so many people ask me questions about HcG. I also have had people tell me that it's too hard or they are STARVING. Really people...starving? We know that we can't be possibly be that hungry if we are contemplating this diet. I mean, like me, I had enough fat content to go around the state of Idaho for goodness sakes! So the reality is this. If you want a change in how you eat, how you feel and how you look then you should really try this diet and stay focused.

You all should know by now from my previous posts that this is not easy. It's simply mind over matter. So here are a few things that I wanted to let you know from some of the questions that I get asked. Now please note, I am not a Dr., however I read the manuscript from Dr. Simeon.

Do you really have to give up your personal hygeine products?
- NO. However, you do need to watch the things that come into contact with your skin that has lots of oils that are bad. It takes a few seconds to read labels. Some products that I continued using were my deodorant (degree), my shampoo Nexxus and Herbal Essence. I use Nexxus conditioner too! I use Dove body soap (the sensitive skin one) and since we can't have lotion, I use baby oil before I step out of the shower. I then blot my skin dry.

Can I survive off 500 calories?
- Yes! You must remember that the key component is the HCG hormone breaking down fat cells which releases fat, calories, vitamins, among other things store within these cells. According to research, your body releases around 2000 a day while on HCG. Thus, combined with your 500 caloric
intake, creates a total of 2500 average calories a day. Since you are getting a total of
2500 calories you are not hungry. You feel satisfied and function even better than if
you ate the calories.

What is the hypothalamus gland?
- They hypothalamus gland moderates the thyroid, adrenals, fat storage and most importantly, your metabolic rate.


If I can be of any assistance, please let me know. I would be more than willing to help where I can.

xoxo,

Amber aka Skinny Mini

Still Maintaining

Another week has gone by and I guess I am not another dollar richer. I am still another pound skinnier though. I will take that anytime. I must say, this is getting harder and harder by the minute. I have failed many times this past week. I hadn't been exercising as much as I anticipated. I think over the last week, I have managed to workout out about 4 days. I guess I shouldn't be so hard on myself. Anyway, the things that I am not suppose to eat, have somehow managed to get down my throat. I don't understand it. I mean, why did Halloween have to come around this year. That was the ultimate test. I guess I get a F for effort! I didnt even try.

Then I throw out some ridiculous excuse that goes a little something like this: "I hadn't had much time to cook or prepare my meals. The boys have me so busy."

Oh, this one was good: "Jason, this school work is stressing me out! I need a sandwhich on wheat bread. Oh and I need a side of toast with butter on it!" If I had another hand, I would have slapped myself...but the two hands I do have were too busy feeding my face!!

Anyway, my sister gave me some wise words after I confessed my horrible choices: It's a new day and a new week. Get back on track. - Jennifer Arvizu-Schaper (at least it went something like that!)

So this week has been a new week and I still feel good about myself as I did two weeks ago. Oh and did I say, I tried on a size 9 jeans and they actually fit. I mean, who doesn't have a little muffin top?! But I actually was standing up, zipping the jeans and the zipper didn't pinch my skin! I didn't have to fight a battle while lying on the bed to get them past my thighs let alone to button across my belly. So I get an A for this long task!! I am approaching 14 days on maintenance. Let's see how I do this weekend. I am hoping to measure in better than I did last weekend!

Until next time, take care!!

xoxo,
Amber aka Skinny Mini