Every now and again, HCG dieter may encounter a plateau during dieting. There are some methods for overcoming periods when you stop losing weight, besides the most popular “Apple Day” and “Steak Day“. By following these simple steps you can kick start your weight loss back into action.

What You Can Do Without
Consider dropping any foods containing carbohydrates until you conquer your plateau. Even allowable foods like Melba toast or bread sticks should be eliminated until you begin losing weight again. Once the plateau is over, you can again add the allowable carbohydrates to the foods you consume. You will also want to refrain from eating foods filled with preservatives or additives, vegetable combos, antibiotics, flavor enhancers, canned products, garlic salt, or table salt. Finally, make sure you keep your red meat consumption very low; only consume a single portion of red meat every week.

What to Add
There are some foods that you can add to your HCG dieting plan that will help you overcome the plateau you have reached in your dieting endeavors. You can also add more protein to your intake with allowable lean meat selections; increase the amount of protein intake in your diet by a half ounce. It will help your body to burn off more calories. Make sure you try out a variety of wonderful recipes too. The more diverse your diet is the happier you will be.

Allowable Fluids and Supplements
You can add more fluids to your HCG diet plan. Drink lots of water since water intensifies your metabolism, cleans the body, and detoxifies your system. You can consume coffee and teas provided that you only use Stevia as a needed sweetener. While water keeps you hydrated and helps to prevent potential issues with constipation, you may still need a fiber supplement to ensure that your digestive processes continue to function correctly. Make sure you have a fiber supplement on hand if you should develop constipation; the supplement will help to flush your colon and this, in turn, can help you overcome the plateau you are dealing with.

Additional Considerations
Females should monitor their menstrual cycle on the HCG diet. It is natural to add on two to five pounds when you are menstruating. What’s more, both men and women may not be able to conquer a plateau right away if they are ill or if the immune system is stressed and working overtime to heal the body. Don’t panic when you hit a plateau. Be patient and within a few days time you will begin to lose the weight you want to lose once more.