The Zone Diet was created by biotech researcher Barry Sears, PhD. He recommends a diet which consists of 30% protein, 30% fat, and 40% carbohydrates. The focus on the diet is on improving metabolism, especially for enhanced athletic performance. But is it for you? Here are the pros and cons as I see them:
Pros:
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February 23, 2009 – 7:30 am
Which fats should I cook with?
Cold pressed or expeller pressed oils are best. Do not cook with flax seed oil, borage or evening primrose oils—heating changes their properties (oxidizes) and makes them unhealthy. Olive, safflower, sunflower, grape and sesame oils all heat safely so are good choices. Adding a bit of the oil from a [...]
February 19, 2009 – 3:50 pm
Fat is an important part of a healthy diet in that it
• protects our internal organs
• absorbs and transports fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K
• keeps us warm
• provides the body with myelin to insulate nerve fibers
• fuels the body
• regulates hormones and is crucial for cellular reproduction
But of course it is important to [...]