Mar 5, 202412 min read
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What is HCG 2.0?
A Modern Evolution of the Original HCG Diet
The original HCG diet was introduced over 60 years ago by Dr. A.T.W. Simeons. While it delivered fast weight loss, many found it too restrictive to maintain long term.
HCG 2.0 modernizes the approach by:
Using BMR-Based Calorie Guidance
Reducing Extreme Hunger
Adding Structure and Flexibility
Supporting Long-Term Maintenance
In 2016, eWellness referred to HCG 2.0 as: "The best diet you've never heard of."
How Does HCG 2.0 Work?
HCG 2.0 combines the same rapid weight loss of the original HCG diet, but without
the brutal hunger. While the theory and supplement that inspired the original HCG diet is still quite relevant,
the uniform ultra-low-calorie protocol was in need of hip and contemporary makeover.
Phase 1
The first phase is called 'loading' and it lasts for two days. During these two days, you'll take HCG 2.0 drops or patches, and load up on fats. Because your body stores fat for a reason and without proper loading your body will be very defensive about its calories. When you suddenly drop your caloric intake your body will slip into starvation mode. However, if you load up on fatty foods, you'll outsmart the innate intelligence of your body by causing a spike in your liver enzymes. This means you'll eat fish, nuts, avocado, butter, steak, bacon, and a lot of it. You can see an example phase one menu here.
Phase 2
For the second phase you'll need your BMR (use our calculator) to determine how many calories you'll get for the next 23-40 days (depending on how much you want to lose). You'll also continue to take HCG and many take other supplements like Phyto Plus to help keep them feeling full. With your calorie limit determined you will then reduce carbs to no more than 30 per day and you'll avoid fruits, starches, grains, and dairy products. This is the phase where the rapid weight loss kick in. The HCG will start to burn your reserves of unwanted fat while you are in a ketosis state because of the high protein, low fat, low carbohydrate diet.
Phase 3
This is the maintenance phase. Phase three if how you come off the HCG and keep the weight off. You'll continue to eat as you did in phase two, but you stop taking HCG for three weeks. If you've met your goal weight in phase two you'll still need to do this phase. If you have not met your goal you can start back at phase one after phase three is complete.
Benefits of the HCG 2.0
Designed for Fast Results and Long-Term Success
✓ Rapid fat loss without brutal hunger
✓ Personalized daily calorie intake
✓ Easier consistency and adherence
✓ Improved metabolic balance
✓ Better long-term maintenance
This weight loss is designed for real life, and not just for short-term results.
Why it Works
Smarter calories. Better Results.
Your calorie intake is personalized, realistic, and sustainable, allowing your body to burn stored fats efficiently, while protecting your metabolic health.
This is why HCG 2.0 delivers fast results — without the burnout of the original protocol.
Real Stories. Real Results.
Discover how HCG 2.0 has made a real impact. These testimonials are based on actual experiences from customers who’ve trusted us on their weight loss journey.
What Makes HCG 2.0 Different?
Personalized. Sustainable. Built Around Your Metabolism.
The original HCG diet used a strict 500-calorie plan for everyone. HCG 2.0 upgrades that outdated approach with a BMR-based plan tailored to your body.
No guessing.
No extreme hunger.
No metabolic crash.
Just smarter fat loss — built for real life.
Traditional HCG Protocol vs. HCG 2.0 Protocol
Feature
Traditional HCG Protocol
HCG 2.0 Protocol (Modern Standard)
Origin
Based on Dr. A.T.W Simeons' protocol developed over 60 years ago
Introduced in 2013 as a modern adaptation of the original HCG diet
Calorie Intake
Fixed ultra-low calories (≈500/day)
Personalized calorie intake based on your BMR
Approach
One-size-fits-all
Data-driven and individualized
Hunger Level
Hunger expected and common
Designed to minimize hunger
Sustainability
Difficult to maintain long-term
Built for consistency and sustainability
Metabolic Impact
Risk of metabolic slowdown
Protects and supports metabolic function
Nutrition Strategy
Low calorie only
Low-carb + ketosis techniques
Fasting Integration
None
Includes intermittent fasting principles
Weight Loss Speed
Rapid short-term loss
20-30 lbs in 30-40 days (for many users)
Maintenance Support
Minimal guidance after weight loss
Clear maintenance strategy included
Lifestyle Compatibility
Rigid and restrictive
Designed for modern lifestyles
Delivery Options
Drops or injections
Modern options including the HCG Patch
Additional Support Tools
None
The Fast Patch supports energy, focus, and fasting
Long-Term Results
High risk of regain
Improved ability to keep weight off
Overall Philosophy
Restriction and willpower
Structure, personalization, and metabolic science
The traditional HCG protocol introduced rapid weight loss.
HCG 2.0 refined it — eliminating outdated practices and replacing them with smarter, science-informed methods designed for real life.
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HCG 2.0
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Comprehensive resources at your fingertips. Select the platform that best fits your preferred way of learning.
Two GREAT resources for learning the basics of human physiology and why your body wants to store away fat in all the areas you do not want it are from online course and the book. They'll also show you exactly how to lose all that fat while maintaining healthy muscle mass. There is also a calculation that describes and lists which protein items are best. If you don’t have it yet, we’ll still guide you through the program step by step.
Quick Start Guide to the
Best HCG Diet Ever
HCG 2.0 Diet Resources
Our HCG 2.0 protocol offers a variety of tools and resources
to support your weight loss journey:
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