Absolutely, I honestly think it's the easiest way. The down side is having to drink that gallon of water. And sticking strictly to the plan it will come off. My first round I lose 38lbs and kept it off. It resets your metabolism. You can read more about it go to Dr simeone pounds & inches. Explains. I won't lie the plan restricts you to 500. Calls a day of only foods on the list, no exercising on p2 . http://www.poundsandinchesaway.com/dr-simeons-manuscript-free-download/ you can down load it an read it at you convenience. No charge. Ps I have found not all hcg is the same. I do the drops directly from Dr someone. Either way once your finally get sick and fed up feeling UN comfortable, fat, and insecure........that is when you make the step. Good luck what ever you choose.