The HCG Simeons Protocol is a weight loss regimen developed in the 1950s by Dr. Albert T. W. Simeons, a British endocrinologist. It combines daily injections or drops of HCG (Human Chorionic Gonadotropin)—a hormone produced during pregnancy—with a very low-calorie diet (VLCD), typically 500 – 1000 calories per day.

What is the HCG Simeons Protocol?

Two Key Components:

  1. HCG Hormone Administration:
    • Taken via injections, oral drops, or tablets.
    • Dr. Simeons believed HCG helps “reset” the hypothalamus and mobilize abnormal fat stores.
  2. Very Low-Calorie Diet (500 Calories/Day):
    • High-protein, low-carb.
    • Includes lean meats, specific fruits (like apples, strawberries), vegetables (like spinach, tomatoes), and one or two small pieces of bread (like Melba toast).
    • Fats, sugars, and processed foods are strictly avoided.

Protocol Phases:

  1. Phase 1: Loading Phase (2–3 days)
    • High-fat, high-calorie foods.
    • Begin HCG supplementation.
  2. Phase 2: Weight Loss Phase (21–40 days)
    • 500- 1000 calorie diet + continued HCG.
    • This is the main fat-loss phase.
  3. Phase 3: Stabilization Phase (3 weeks)
    • Stop HCG.
    • Slowly increase calories (no sugar or starch).
    • Focus is on maintaining weight.
  4. Phase 4: Maintenance (ongoing)
    • Normal healthy eating.
    • Monitor weight.

Claimed Benefits (Supporters Say):

  • Rapid Weight Loss: Some users report losing 0.5–1 lb/day.
  • Targeting “Abnormal Fat”: Believed to burn stubborn fat reserves (belly, hips, thighs).
  • Reduced Hunger: Some report less appetite despite the calorie restriction.
  • Metabolic Reset: Alleged to help “reprogram” metabolism and hormone balance.
  • Body Sculpting: May preserve muscle mass while burning fat.