At our Houston HCG diet clinic, we often have patients express concern about potential HCG diet dangers. We understand their concern – after all, you’re only consuming 500 calories a day, you’re not killing yourself at the gym, and yet, you’re losing up to a pound or two EACH DAY. Plus, giving yourself injections can seem a little… unnatural. It makes sense that people would be skeptical and fearful of the HCG diet.

The thing is, HCG diet “dangers” are pretty much nonexistent. This diet is natural and incredibly safe for those over age 18. The diet was invented over 50 years ago by Dr. A.T.W. Simeons, and numerous trials have been conducted since then.

It isn’t a trendy fad diet, it’s a diet that’s stood the test of time because it works. Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) is a hormone naturally produced in pregnant women.

Most importantly, virtually no side effects have been reported (and usually hunger isn’t reported, either – in fact, people tend to feel full during the diet). The HCG diet is a safe, natural way to lose weight quickly, and people have been using it for years. Really, the most “dangerous” part of the diet is you, because if you do not do the necessary upkeep afterward, the diet will be for naught.

It’s important to remember that the HCG diet is a way to kick-start a lifestyle of healthy eating and regular exercise, not a permanent solution to body fat altogether. Although the fat you lose on the HCG diet DOES stay off, you must maintain your progress by living a healthy lifestyle, or you’ll (naturally) accumulate more fat. This is the way your body naturally gains weight, and the HCG diet works naturally.

For many people struggling with weight loss, the HCG diet is a great way to lose the weight without losing your crucial muscle mass. Only a consultation with our Houston diet doctors can determine whether you’re a good candidate for the HCG diet. If you’re interested in finding out whether this diet program can help you achieve your weight loss goals, contact us at 713-668-0094 and schedule a free consultation.