Another interesting aspect of the Zone Diet Plan with respect to the last article posting
is it's emphasis on using different omega fatty acids than just the typtical omega-6 fatty acids that we typically get with our Western Diets. For example, Dr. Barry Sears recommends taking fish oil supplements for it's rich long-chain omega-3 fatty acids content (as long as it is the pure stuff recommended by a third party reviewer such as IFOSprogram.com)and also olive oil which is very rich in omega-9 fatty acids that are not so easy to get in our diets otherwise. Olive oil is also fairly high in antioxidants. He also says that getting omega-3's will help to reduce inflammation in many cases and help with our hormones as well which can influence weight gain and weight loss as well. He says some red wine is acceptable at meals. Obviously the main facet of the Zone Diet program is the ratio of protein to carbohydrates.