Recommended Reading for following the Zone Diet

Recommended reading for those interested in being truly successful with the Zone Diet. The books are in order of recommended reading. While the book The Zone is packed with information about Zone Diet, it is written with more of a technical and medical style. The Formula books are written about Zone Diet in a more laymans terminology.

The Formula

Beginner
This is where you should start. (The Formula earns excellent reviews at Amazon.com) Read the book that started us in our enthusiasm for the 40-30-30 way of life. Gene and Joyce Daoust present the lifestyle in a way that is easy to understand and to implement.

Formula 101

Intermediate
The second book by Gene and Joyce Daoust, covering how to continue with 40-30-30 as a permanent lifestyle.

40-30-30 Fat Burning Nutrition

40-30-30 Fat Burning Nutrition: The Dietary Hormonal Connection to Permanent Weight Loss and Better Health, by Gene and Joyce Daoust

The Zone

Intermediate
The book that started it all. Written from a medical standpoint, Dr. Barry Sears explains the reasons behind The Zone so that you truly understand what it is you are accomplishing when you eat this way.

Mastering The Zone

Intermediate
The follow-up book by Dr. Barry Sears, here he offers more recipes as well as ways to fine-tune your pursuit of The Zone.

A Week in The Zone

Beginner
This book earns excellent reviews from all readers (just look at the reviews at Amazon.com). For those interested in reading Dr. Sears work, this is an excellent place to start.

The New Glucose Revolution

Intermediate
This book discusses the benefits of considering the Glycemic Index when eating foods. It promotes balancing high and low glycemic foods, NOT the good carb-bad carb mentality.

George Foreman Family Size Grill

The George Foreman Grill, recommended by FormulaZone members. Cook your chicken in no time flat while draining the fat! (This is the small, less expensive version)

George Foreman Michael Graves Grill

The George Foreman Grill, recommended by FormulaZone members. Cook your chicken in no time flat while draining the fat! (This is the nicer model)

George Foreman Double Knockout Grill

The ultimate George Foreman Grill, recommended by FormlulaZone members. Cook your chicken in no time flat while draining the fat! (This is the really nice model)

George Foreman Champ Grill

The George Foreman Grill, recommended by FormulaZone members. Cook your chicken in no time flat while draining the fat! (This is the small, less expensive version)