What Is the hCG Diet? Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone your body normally makes. However, during pregnancy, the placenta makes hCG in large amounts. So, hCG is what pregnancy tests ...

The HCG diet combines the use of hormone supplements or injections and calorie restriction to promote weight loss. However, there is no scientific evidence to suggest that the diet is safe or works in ...

In the first 4 weeks of pregnancy, your hCG levels typically double about every 2 to 3 days. If you’re at risk for miscarriage, you’re more likely to have hCG levels that don’t double or decrease.

From the Tapeworm Diet and the Air Diet, to the Apple Cider Vinegar Diet, and Cookie Diet, we’ve witnessed wacko weight-loss fads over the years. But the HCG weight-loss diet is the rando diet that ...