Zone DietThe Zone Diet
Description Developed from books by Dr. Barry Sears, the Zone Diet is a low carb version based on a nutrition formula of 40/30/30 Carbohydrates/Proteins/Fats. Sears maintains a proper hormone balance can be acheived when insulin and glucagon are controlled. This in turn allows the release of anti inflammatory chemicals in the body which are claimed to be heart healthy. Sears aslo claims that the Zone Diet stimulates hormonal production and balance and encourages fat burning weight loss. Promises Refutes standard definition of "good" nutrition contending they contribute to much disease including heart disease, diabetes and psoobly some cancers. Promoted by Dr. Barry Sears, Ph.D and Zone Labs Inc. Medical Profession Comments The American Heart Association does not recommend the diet due to high protein consumption and a lack of certain essential nutrients and a lack of long term studies results. Cost A full line of foods and additives plus books and publications. Summary A variant of the low carb diets requiring a 40/30/30 carb/protein/fats. Some questionable scienceand supproting claims of diseas prevention nad health benefits |