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Is It Safe To Start Hcg Diet?

i would like to know if it is safe to start the hcg diet one Dr.says yes one Dr says no to wait till they finish the study on it i am diabetic and my kidneys are slugish at last blood test it was 8 my kidney doctor was not to concerned but said like all my Dr. i could reverse everything if i loose weight so hcg seems to be my answer but i don't know which dr to listen to i am on insulin but i am considered a type two can you help me.
Fri, 4 Sep 2015
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Hello,

Thank you for posting your question.
The HCG diet is a very low calorie diet that does not provide the body with sufficient amounts of essential micronutrients like vitamins, minerals and trace elements. This might cause a range of side effects including heart issues like arrhythmias or palpitations, hair loss/thinning, constipation, headaches, dizziness, leg cramps, fatigue and sensitivity to cold. There is no solid evidence that the HCG diet works in long term and the Food and Drug Administration has advised consumers to steer clear of this risky diet.
I would advice you to follow a diet low in carbohydrates and free from sugar and fried foods or visit a dietitian for a weight loss diet plan.

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I really appreciate your concern in my opinion better to have routine balance diet instead and this would be more benefitted for long term used, so better to have well balanced diet, hope this information helps take care
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Is It Safe To Start Hcg Diet?

Hello, Thank you for posting your question. The HCG diet is a very low calorie diet that does not provide the body with sufficient amounts of essential micronutrients like vitamins, minerals and trace elements. This might cause a range of side effects including heart issues like arrhythmias or palpitations, hair loss/thinning, constipation, headaches, dizziness, leg cramps, fatigue and sensitivity to cold. There is no solid evidence that the HCG diet works in long term and the Food and Drug Administration has advised consumers to steer clear of this risky diet. I would advice you to follow a diet low in carbohydrates and free from sugar and fried foods or visit a dietitian for a weight loss diet plan. Best wishes