Having a right dose of hCG is one of the most challenging aspects when on the diet. Most of the time, a dose between 125 IU-150IU is perfect. But the thing is, everyone is different. Most have gone through a period of trial and error just to find the right dose. Another thing is, over time, your dose can change because of the weight you were able to lose.

Why should you pay attention to your dose?

1. First, if your dose is not right, you will feel too hungry on the diet. It’s going to be unbearable. At the same time, it is counterproductive to your weight loss goal. Being too hungry on the hcg diet can actually slow down your weight loss. Overtime again, you will give up.

It’s possible that your dose is too low or too high. So instead of losing weight, your body will hold onto fats and you won’t lose weight at all. Or you’ll either lose your muscles.

2. When your dose is correct, you won’t feel too hungry. This is a good sign. It shows that your body is really using those abnormal fats as fuel and that you’re losing weight at a good rate.

Hunger level on hCG Diet

It’s normal though to feel hungry while on the hcg diet but not in pain. When you’re on the very low calorie diet you shouldn’t feel hungry most of the day. You may feel hunger before mealtimes but that’s totally normal and in time to take your next HCG meal. After that, you’re satisfied and you’re no longer hungry for many hours afterward.

Once you’re done eating your meal you won’t feel “full” or “stuffed”. This may take for a while for you to get used to the “not full feeling” rather than the “full” feeling. In the end, you may notice that it actually feels better and more comfortable.

Hungry during the first few days of 500 calorie diet

This is inevitable and it can be intimidating at first. Your being hungry indicates that your body needs more energy. Since you’re so used to doing this with high carbs, sugar and fats foods your body will still ask for it. But after few days your body and your brain will adjust to the effects of eating only 500 calories a day.

Eating out while on P2 of the HCG diet can be a frightful experience. I would love to tell you NOT to go out and just cook your meals. But it doesn’t always work like that especially when we have a busy day. It is difficult to avoid eating out due to “Life”. But try to avoid eating out for the first couple of weeks of your HCG diet.

Here are some ways on how you can stay close to the program and still be able to eat out and on the go.

HCG diet eating on the go

If you have to eat on the go, grab a grilled chicken salad with some lemon wedges. You can easily separate the croutons because it comes separately. Hold the cheese and add onions and tomatoes. Use the lemon instead of dressing.

HCG diet eating out

Most restaurants offer large portion that you can make two meals out of it. Probably after few weeks, you can judge the proper meal size without actually using the kitchen scale.

Option 1:

Go for a green salad with grilled chicken and lemon wedges. You can use the lemon as your dressing.

Option2:

Order the “vegetable of the day” for your dinner with grilled chicken, steak or fish. But again, be careful with the portion size with both options.

Option 3:

The smaller portion of the kid’s menu can also be your ticket for an appropriate HCG meal. Choose a menu with vegetables and lean meat.

Remember: When you go off your hcg diet plan and eat more carbs and fats you will notice a difference in your results. You will lose weight but your progress can be slow. So stay close to the protocol.

 Additional Do’s and Don’ts

DO’s

• Do ask questions like if the meat is penetrated with any oil or marinade. In this way, it will keep you from having surprises at the scale the next morning.
• Do bring Stevia sweetener packets and your own salad dressing with you.

DON’TS

• Do ask questions like if the meat marinade has oil. In this way, it will keep you from having surprises at the scale the next morning.
• Do not go to a place where you’ll be tempted to eat chips or bread on the table.

Sticking to the HCG diet protocol is quite challenging. You’ll find that you need to prepare and cook for most of your meals. But there are times when you eat out. This is somewhat possible even when you are on the hcg diet.

However, there are so many things that you need to know before you order anything.

• Be aware of the diet requirements

Take time to read and learn the hcg diet protocol before dining out during your P2. It’s important that you’re aware of the different foods allowed on the diet. This way you’ll be able to determine what menu items on the restaurant you cannot order.

There isn’t really much that you can order because most foods are prohibited. And you’re limited to just 500 calories in a day only. When you go out, keep your HCG diet food journal with you. This will make it easier for you to refer to the list rather than trying to remember what’s allowed and what’s not allowed. Most of the menu option in the restaurant won’t likely work for you during your Phase 2. This is how strict the diet can be. It will be difficult for you to find a restaurant that will accommodate you.

• Fats are not allowed

This rules out most of the restaurant’s menu option. Another thing is your calorie intake is limited to 500 calories each day. So if you’re going to dine out you won’t be able to eat without possibly affecting your daily limit because you’re not sure with the total calorie of your menu choice.

Most of the protein choices in restaurants are cooked with fats. So even if you will order allowable protein like chicken breast, fish or beef, you still won’t be able to order it during your P2. It’s possible to dine out only on restaurants that grill or prepare your protein choices without fats.

• Try ordering a salad

It’s simple to just order a salad rather than a full menu. This will make them easier to accommodate you. Another option that you can order is a smoothie of your favorite HCG diet approved fruits.

• It’s easier for you to cook at home

You’re much better off cooking your own meals during your Phase 2. There are dozens of recipes that you can choose from in this website. And these recipes are very easy to prepare. It will only take about 30-45 minutes of your time.

Remember that the Phase 2 of the HCG diet is only 3-6 weeks long. Most find that it goes so quickly. So, you’re far better off dining out at restaurants so you won’t mess up and you’ll lose as much weight as possible.