Tue, May-06-03, 23:02
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Senior Member
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Plan: Zone
Stats: 151/129/128
BF:17.5%
Progress: 96%
Location: United States
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Re: Question on Kefir
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Originally posted by jakebabe
I want to incorporate Kefir into my eating plan. Do we count it as blocks or not?
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Absolutely. Count the Protein. Fat and Carbs (minus fiber, if there is any)
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I read on another board that the carbs are cancelled out by the active yeast etc.
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That is not standard Zone advice. Only fiber is deducted from the carb count to arrive at the insulin stimulating carb.
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Also do most of you prefer homemade or store bought?
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The label of a popular "drinkable" yogurt, Yonique, states: 150 calories in the 6 oz. container; total fat 1.5 grams; carbohydrate 30 grams (Total 32 grams minus the 2 grams of fiber content); and protein 5 grams. After Zoning the label, this product is 80% carbohydrate, 13% protein, and 9% fat. This would not be Zone favorable  because it is too high in less favorable carbohydrates, and too low in protein and fat content. (Note: the sweeteners used are sugar and high fructose corn syrup, which contribute to the less favorable blood sugar and insulin response.)
I am not familiar with kifir, but as with many products (like yogurt), I'm sure there are many favorable alternatives available.
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