On average, women lose weight at the rate of 3 to 5 pounds per week, and men lose 5 to 7 pounds per week. Based on over 20 years of experience and 6 million people in Europe, Canada, and now a large group of people in the United States, the program enables the following: • Quick weight loss without sacrificing muscle mass • Gaining an understanding of how food affects and is utilized by the body, including what causes fat storage • Utilization of fat for energy usually by day 4 — fat (including cellulite) that sequesters chemical toxins • Improved energy and appetite control, reduced cravings — usually on day 4 or 5 • Improved blood sugar and cholesterol levels, reduced blood pressure. Because you are dramatically altering your usual daily food regime and changing your basic metabolic process, the first few days on the Ideal Protein Protocol may be a bit of a  “shock” to your body. These symptoms are typically temporary and there is better than a 70% chance that you won’t experience them at all.   HUNGER: You may feel hungry during the first few days of the protocol. This is normal and will subside once your body starts to produce “ketonic bodies”. If the hunger continues then please consult with us. HEADACHES: You may experience headaches during the first few days on the protocol, especially those who are insulin resistant or typically had high carb diets in the past. This is normal and can be explained scientifically. Please consult with us immediately. NAUSEA: Most commonly experienced by those who do not eat breakfast. Please consult with us to correct the problem. FATIGUE: Often caused by low blood pressure, low blood sugar or an imbalance in electrolytes. All of these can be quickly corrected. MUSCLE CRAMPS: These are a sign of a lack of sodium and or potassium. If you are taking your supplements you will not experience these symptoms. BAD BREATH: A good sign. Bad breath occurs when the body is in “Ketosis” and producing ketonic bodies. This means that the body has exhausted its carbohydrate supply and is burning fat reserves to produce energy. CONSTIPATION: If you are prone to constipation you may well be advised to take pro-active measures and consult with us. There are numerous approaches that can be used to alleviate constipation and we can help you find the best solution.   © Herin WebDesign 2010  Made with Xara Content Copyright. All rights reserved The principles behind protein weight loss