The HCG Diet Apple Day Detox, Not just for the HCG Phase 2 Anymore!

The HCG Diet Apple Day is recommended by Dr. A.T.W. Simeons in his book Pounds and Inches to help correct a 4 day plus stall or plateau on the HCG Diet Phase 2.  Most plateaus will resolve naturally in time on Phase 2 but the apple day can help kick start your weight loss with the HCG Diet and can be helpful to flush out excess fluid.

What many HCG Dieters don’t know is that the Apple Day is actually a centuries old detox plan used in many cultures to help flush and eliminate toxins from the body.  As the author of the HCG Diet Gourmet Cookbook

HCG Diet Apple Day Detox

, I was introduced and have researched many detoxification programs and learned that the Apple Day Detox is great for preparing for the HCG Diet (Phase 1) as well as the Maintenance Phase 4.

Apples are naturally detoxifying and are full of nutrients and minerals your body needs to help release toxins and help you feel full of energy.  When you do an Apple Day on the HCG Diet, you must take 6 whole apples throughout the day and drink minimal water.  I like them chilled and sliced and have even added a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for extra flavor.

To do a Apple Detox Day on Phase 1 or the Maintenance Phase 4, the rules are slightly different and you should eat 8-10 whole organic apples with the peel and drink plenty of water.  It’s best to consume at least 8-10 glasses for the day.  You may add a little lemon juice or colloidal trace minerals to the water for even more detoxification support.  Lemon juice is a great natural detox substance and helps stimulates bile and purifies the liver.

I would not recommend an Apple Detox Day on the Stabilization Phase 3 because your body is focused on stabilizing your weight at that time and you should not be eating a single food (mono detox diet) or limiting your calories as your body shifts to its new metabolic set point.  Save the Apple Day Detox for the Maintenance Phase 4 when your body and weight have stabilized.

So how does the Apple Day Detox work to detoxify your body?  The Apples have a natural diuretic and laxative effect as well as vitamins and minerals like Vitamin A, E, and C, Folic acid and biotin.  Eating the whole apple, skin and all, works synergistically to flush the toxins from your cells and in my opinion, can help maintain your weight after the HCG Diet is over.

Before beginning any kind of Detox program, make sure to check with your Doctor or healthcare provider, especially if you suffer from low blood sugar or other health issues.  Be aware also before trying an Apple Day Detox that you may experience the Herxheimer effect.  The Herxheimer effect may cause symptoms such as aches and pains and fatigue in your body temporarily as your body releases toxins to be eliminated.

An Apple Day Detox is, for most healthy adults, a natural way to flush toxins and excess fluids from your body.  Most people can do an apple detox for up to 3 days and many people experience health benefits like more energy, clearer skin, and mind.  The Apple Day Detox… it’s not just for the HCG Phase 2 anymore!