Zone Diet Nutrition
The Zone Perfect Diet is designed to balance your intake
of protein and carbohydrates at 1 part protein to 4 parts
carbohydrates. The Zone Diet prescribes a maximum amount
of low-fat protein to one meal at 3-4 ounces, which is nearly
exactly the recommendation of the USDA and the FDA. The
majority of carbohydrates on the Zone Diet come from vegetables
and fruits, with limited amounts of bread, rice, potatoes
and grains. Most of the fat intake with the Zone Diet should
come from monounsaturated fats like olive oil, safflower
oil, and other 'heart healthy' oils.
Many people believe the Zone Perfect Diet sounds much like
the Atkins diet due to the restricting of carbohydrates.
However, the differences between the Zone Diet and the Atkins
diet are quite clear. Atkins recommends a diet high in protein
without regard to fat, with the intent of provoking ketosis,
a potentially unhealthy condition. According to Barry Sears,
the Atkins diet, by increasing carbohydrate levels without
regard to fat intake, will force the body to induce the
production of insulin which, maintains Sears, increases
weight gain. Instead, the Zone Diet recommends achieving
a balance of nutrients with moderate amounts of proteins,
carbohydrates and fat all playing a part.
Zone Perfect Diet & Fish Oil
The Zone Diet also recommends the supplementation of diet
with fish oil. Fish oil, provides omega 3 fatty acids which
are an important component in healthy cells. Study after
study in the past five years has confirmed the importance
of fish oil and omega 3 fatty acids in the diet.
A sample meal on the Zone Diet Plan might include:
· 3 oz portion of broiled salmon
· Spinach salad with apples and walnuts dressed
with walnut oil and lemon juice
· 1/2 cup of brown rice
· 1 glass fruit or vegetable juice
The Zone Diet Plan combines small portions of low fat proteins,
fats and fiber-rich vegetables and fruits. The Zone Diet
also suggests eating some protein with each meal or snack,
and at least 3 meals and 2 snacks daily.
Who should use the Zone Diet? Is the
Zone Diet safe?
As always, you should consult a physician before embarking
on any diet plan that substantially changes your eating
habits. There are significant differences between the Zone
Diet and diets recommended for diabetics and heart patients.
However, in general, the recommended portions of foods and
the balance between them with the Zone Diet is healthy and
is maintainable for life.
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About the Author
Adam Waxler publishes the Weight-Loss-Power-Package...a
collection of six weight loss ebooks guaranteed to help
you lose weight. For more information on the Zone Diet check
out the complete package
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