I recently picked up a book called the Omega Zone by Dr. Barry Sears. It had a lot of information about Omega-3 fatty acids that I wanted to read about. I also learned about his diet plan that he has consulted to people (and now millions) over the years. I must say that it is a very sound diet with no b.s.!
Three Properties of the Diet
1) Maintain balance between protein and carbohydrate intake at every meal and snack.
2) Supplement with pharmaceutical grade fish oil specifically EPA and DHA.
3) Decreased caloric intake
Only the last principle should really have no regard to any of us who are bulking. Most people around here supplement with health grade fish oil, and probably get half as much EPA and DHA as Sears suggests we consume. The better quality fish oil comes with a higher price tag, but it's hormonal control is a benefit that shouldn't be avoided. The amount of EPA and DHA that he suggests is about 1500mg and 900mg respectively.
The first property is the only one that I really don't do whatsoever. Most of us don't ration are protein and carbohydrates to be equal at every meal. His suggestion is obvious: stick with fruits and vegetables for most of your C-intake. I don't plan on cutting out some of my pasta, rice, and potatoes, but I am sure I can reduce it by about 50% and eat more fruits and veggies. That's a no brainer' for better health. His reasons for the constant C/P ratio is insulin control, optimal hormonal response, and hunger control. FYI, a slightly biased P/C ratio w.r.t. protein intake should have decent control on insulin, greater mental focus, but a lack of being full. That may be the secret change to the diet for those of us who want to bulk.
I am interested in people's opinions on The Zone. Dr. Pierre, I know your Paleo diet mimics this one, so I would be very interested in what you have to say about Sears' work.
Three Properties of the Diet
1) Maintain balance between protein and carbohydrate intake at every meal and snack.
2) Supplement with pharmaceutical grade fish oil specifically EPA and DHA.
3) Decreased caloric intake
Only the last principle should really have no regard to any of us who are bulking. Most people around here supplement with health grade fish oil, and probably get half as much EPA and DHA as Sears suggests we consume. The better quality fish oil comes with a higher price tag, but it's hormonal control is a benefit that shouldn't be avoided. The amount of EPA and DHA that he suggests is about 1500mg and 900mg respectively.
The first property is the only one that I really don't do whatsoever. Most of us don't ration are protein and carbohydrates to be equal at every meal. His suggestion is obvious: stick with fruits and vegetables for most of your C-intake. I don't plan on cutting out some of my pasta, rice, and potatoes, but I am sure I can reduce it by about 50% and eat more fruits and veggies. That's a no brainer' for better health. His reasons for the constant C/P ratio is insulin control, optimal hormonal response, and hunger control. FYI, a slightly biased P/C ratio w.r.t. protein intake should have decent control on insulin, greater mental focus, but a lack of being full. That may be the secret change to the diet for those of us who want to bulk.
I am interested in people's opinions on The Zone. Dr. Pierre, I know your Paleo diet mimics this one, so I would be very interested in what you have to say about Sears' work.
:F is on average around 40:30:30. There were long stretches of 20:40:40 ratios and this was accompanied by the greatest and fastest loss of fat (and some muscle).