The Zone Diet was a plan created by Dr. Barry Sears, a biochemist and author. It is based on the philosophy that feeding the body foods that people have eaten for thousands of years is a way to easily lose and maintain a healthy weight.
40-30-30
The fundamental principles of the Zone Diet hinge on feeding the body a balanced diet at every meal. According to Sears, that means meals should consist of 40 percent carbohydrates, 30 percent protein and 30 percent fat distribution.
Carbohydrates
The Zone Diet is considered a low-carb diet. The diet, however, does endorse the inclusion of whole fruits, vegetables and grains at every meal, so it's not as strict in carbohydrate restriction as some other popular programs.
Critics and Advocates
Many celebrities have endorsed the plan and have claimed that it helped them reach their ideal weight. Health organizations such as the American Heart Association have asserted that the diet's emphasis on animal protein makes it a poor lifestyle choice for health-conscious adults.
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