Little Choices Everyday
Fiber on Protocol
Carol’s Facebook Facebook Quicktips #10 Don’t overlook having fiber in your diet. Fiber helps to slow down, and sometimes even block, the absorption of some calories. There are so many sources of fiber. Fruit is good, the best being an apple, but also blueberries, strawberries and raspberries. Green veggies such as broccoli and leafy greens.…
Turkey Cabbage
Phase 3 1 lb. lean ground turkey 1 medium onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1/2 head cabbage, chopped 1 (8 oz) tomato sauce 1/2 C. red and green peppers, chopped 3-4 Tbsp. jalapeño, chopped 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1 tsp. sea salt 1/2 tsp. pepper 1 C. Mozzarella…
Hungry or just thirsty?
Carol’s Facebook Quicktips #9 People often confuse dehydration with hunger. The next time you are hungry drink some Yerba Mate tea or a tall glass of water with Lemon. Dr. Simeons states that we can have one lemon a day while on protocol. A lemon can improve your digestion and increase your metabolism so don’t…
Phase 3 Poached Eggs with Cream & Cheese
Here is a twist on my poached egg trip in my video. I know that the microwave is not ideal to cook in, and I rarely use it, but some days I just need something quick and this is a good quick breakfast. Maybe when I do more research on the microwave like I have…
Drinking Tea
Carol’s Facebook Quicktips It’s important to drink tea year round.Teas can cleanse the body and increase your metabolism. Try to stick to herbal teas, and limit your intake of black, green and oolong teas–they are processed differently and contain caffeine. Herbal teas usually contain no caffeine, and therefore count towards your daily water needs. In…
White Chili Phase 4
White Chili for Phase 4 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces 1/4 C. onion, chopped 1 C. organic (or homemade) chicken broth 1 can green chilies A few slices of jalapeño, chopped 1/8 – 1/4 tsp. ground cayenne pepper 1 tsp. ground cumin 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1/2 tsp. dried cilantro…
Protein is essential for our muscles
Carol’s Facebook Quicktips #7 Protein is key for our diets especially if we work out. It’s essential for the development of our muscles. Our muscles work hard for us-burning calories & keeping our metabolism up. If we don’t eat enough protein our bodies steal it from our muscles and organs. It curbs our appetite &…
Drink warm lemon water to help cleanse the liver
Carol’s Facebook Quicktips #6 Drink WARM lemon water first thing in the morning. It helps cleanse the liver The liver does most of it’s (dirty) work at night while we are sleeping and it’s the time when many toxins are released – it’s why our morning urine is so concentrated. I drink lemon water all…
Strawberry Vinegarette Dressing
Strawberry Vinaigrette Strawberries 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon lemon juice Stevia to taste Dash of salt Dash of cayenne (optional) Fresh ground black pepper to taste Stevia to taste Directions Combine all ingredients in food processor. Puree until smooth. Pour over fresh arugala or green salad. Garnish with sliced strawberries and freshly ground…
Salad for Phase 3
Romaine Lettuce Salad for phase 3 1 bunch of Romaine lettuce 1 c. tomatoes, chopped 1 lb. bacon (no sugar added), fried and crumbled 2-3 eggs, boiled and sliced 1/2 c. Swiss cheese 1/2 c. slivered almonds 1 c. grated Parmesan cheese Banana peppers (optional) Toss all ingredients together and add allowed dressing of your…
Milkshake Smoothie Phase 3
Afternoon Delight Try this smoothie/milkshake on phase 3 of the hCG diet. 1 Cup Almond Milk 1 scoop Vanilla whey protein 1 Tbsp. natural peanut butter 1 tsp. carob powder or cocoa 1 Tbsp flax seed meal 6 strawberries 1/2 – 1 package vanilla stevia (or a few drops of regular stevia) Blend and enjoy.
Apple Flax Muffins Phase 3 stabilized
Apple Flax Muffins Phase 3 stabilized (after 21 days) and Phase 4 3/4 C. Flax Seed Meal 1/2 C. Oat Bran 2 tsp. baking powder 1 Tbsp. Cinnamon 1 tsp nutmeg 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 C. Rapadura Sugar 4 Large eggs, eggs 1/4 C. extra virgin olive oil 1/2 C. water 1 Tbsp. pure Vanilla…
