The Zone vs. Body for Life

OctBride Posted: Jun 30, 2003 11:08 AM

The Zone vs. Body for Life

Does anybody know how the Zone way of eating compares to Body for Life.
It looks like they are very similar in that you try to have a 40protein - 30carb - 30fat ratio for your 5 meals a day.
Does anybody know anymore about either of these diets / ways of eating?

Cira Posted: Jun 30, 2003 04:16 PM

Re: The Zone vs. Body for Life

I'm a Zoner ... well, use to be a real Zoner and now try to stay within the range except that I alter it, so I eat more protein than carbs and a little less fat (more like 45-40-15). Body for Life is so very similar ... I think the difference is that Bill Phillips allows you to have a 'pig out' day, if I remember and he encourages supplements. Also, Body for Life is explained in an easier way. I usually recommend Body for Life to those that want to learn how to eat better so you don't have to learn about blocks and stuff. But you are right, it's the same ratio!