As of this morning I have lost 16 pounds of fat off my body. I feel better and I look better. I can fit into some clothes I haven't been able to wear for years- that is fun because it's like I've gotten a new wardrobe for free!
I know I would have lost much more weight if I had stuck to the HCG protocol more closely. After the first week or so I decided to do a more flexible version. What can I say, self discipline is not one of my strengths. I was eating at least double the 500 calories, and a larger variety of foods than is permitted on the HCG diet. And I was including all sorts of coconut products: coconut oil, coconut milk, coconut 'cream', and toasted coconut snacks. All the same, I was still eating less than I had been before, and eating way less carbs and fats than before. It's been a much healthier food intake overall. And I've been getting more exercise than before as well, thanks to my new dog, Griffin, who likes his walks every day. (Three cheers for Griffin!)
