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The Formula: A Personalized 40-30-30 Weight-Loss Program |
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Summary |
The Formula: A Personalized 40-30-30 Weight-Loss Program
In sports, when someone is said to be in “the zone,” it means that they are incredibly focused to the point of unmitigated effectiveness. In dieting, The Zone most commonly refers to a nutrition program developed by Dr. Barry Sears. Sears has cashed in on this hugely popular program, but he’s not the only one doing so. Gene and Joyce Daoust claim to have worked with Sears to develop the 40-30-30 ratio and their book The Formula: A Personalized 40-30-30 Weight Loss Program will be discussed in this review. |
| Program At A Glance |
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The Formula: A Personalized 40-30-30 Weight Loss Program is quite similar to anything with Zone in the title. The Zone Diet is based on Sears’ (a biochemist) dietary ratios of 40% protein, 30% carbohydrates, and 30% “healthy” fats. Sears’ theory is that this balance of food sources results in proper hormonal levels which increase overall health with a likely result being weight loss. The Zone Diet also places an emphasis on consuming the right amount of omega-3 fatty acids.
The Daoust’s work seems to take the program a bit further by offering five variations of the diet for differing weight and activity levels, a 21-day fat flush diet for “accelerated weight loss,” and a number of recipes and restaurant options.
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The Daoust’s do not appear to have an official website. The reviews for The Formula on Amazon.com were generally positive. Without an official website available, no money-back satisfaction guarantee could be located.
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| Website |
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Herbalife.com is the home of Thermo-Bond and its parent company. This website posts no testimonials for Thermo-Bond and Herbalife does not seem to offer a satisfaction guarantee.
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| Positives |
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Encourages healthy eating
Positive reviews
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| Negatives |
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Satisfaction guarantee not mentioned
No official website could be located
Does not seem to address the benefits of a comprehensive supplement
Healthy eating is only one component of effective weight loss
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| Conclusion |
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There’s no question that millions of people have found The Zone’s ratios to be a good approach for healthy eating. However, others take issue with its principles. Either way, there is value in any plan that helps people take control of their eating habits in a balanced manner.
In reality, finding a comprehensive plan for weight loss that works for you starts with recognizing the basics. Firstly, no weight loss plan can be considered worthwhile if it does not include regular exercise and a healthy eating plan, ratios or no ratios. Secondly, drinking large amounts of water is essential for staying hydrated and free from toxins. Lastly, dieters may want to consult their physician about using a safe, natural dietary supplement proven to reduce cravings and increase fat burning potential. A well-rounded plan for weight loss must begin with a clear plan of action in order to produce both tangible and intangible results.
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