Zone Diet FAQ Answer
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How strict do I have to be with my fat blocks?
Since monounsaturated fat has no effect on insulin
levels, strictly counting every gram is not necessary. This is
not to say that you can have as much fat as you want. Remember
that each gram of fat has 9 calories while each gram of protein
and carbohydrate has only 4 grams. This means that those fat
grams can add up rather quickly. While keeping the appropriate
protein to carb ratio is important on the Zone Diet, it is also important
in keeping total calories consumed low.
So, if you are trying to lose
weight, it is important to keep close to 30% fat. If you are
maintaining your weight, you should be adding more fat blocks to
help stabilize weight loss.
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