Zone Diet as it relates to cancer
Last Updated Aug 2007
Q: I read the recommendations in the Zone book regarding diet and cancer, and it says
to restrict total calorie intake. What would be the optimal caloric intake for a
cancer patient? (In my own case, I am a 49-year-old woman who is 5-feet 1-inch tall
and weighs 110 pounds.)
A: You want to restrict calorie intake without restricting micronutrient (vitamins and
minerals) intake or causing hunger. The only way is through the Zone Diet, which
provides adequate levels of protein and by using low glycemic-load carbohydrates
like fruits and vegetables. You get the maximum micronutrient intake with the least
amount of carbohydrates. For a person of your stature, I would suggest a total
intake of 10-11 blocks per day as well as at least 5 grams of EPA and DHA to reduce
inflammation.