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Submit a Recipe

Do you have recipes you’ve made up using Plan Z ingredients? Or have you adapted a family favorite to the Plan Z guidelines? We’d love you to submit recipes of your own creation.

Just make sure you tell us what ingredients you used (don’t forget to include how much) and what steps you took to make your dish. If we publish your recipe, we’ll give you credit on our site! We also need to know if this was adapted from a cookbook and which one.

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    Submit Your Success Story and Get $50

    We know many of you have experienced delicious results on Plan Z. Now’s the time to share it! In the process you’ll inspire others to take control of their health just as you have. Special bonus – each person who sends in a success story will receive a $25 credit to be used on anything Plan Z. Include candid before and after pictures or a video story and you’ll get a $50 credit.

    Success stories may be used for Plan Z marketing purposes, so please do not include anything you are not comfortable sharing! Even if you haven’t lost all the weight you want to lose yet, you can still send us your story! We would love to read about your progress. Besides, every round of Plan Z counts toward your healthier and happier future.

    Did Plan Z help you lose 100 pounds and avoid a painful surgery? Or did it help you lose 20 pounds just in time for your big event? Either way, we want your story. Tell us about the dramatic changes Plan Z has made in your life, and what your life is like now.

    The fact that you are courageously putting yourself out there may motivate someone else to take control of their health and their life. For every daughter who transforms her health, there is a mother out there who is struggling with obesity and hypertension. For every father who gets his blood sugar under control, there is a son out there on the verge of giving up. You never know who will be inspired by your success. All you have to do is fill out the form below.

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      Carbohydrates

      Carbohydrates

      Are Certain People More Susceptible to Obesity?

      Please watch the latest Gary Taubes video from April 2022 and I think you’ll understand why we recommend internalizing his ideas and applying them to your life. It's a deep dive, but a great conversation for those who want to go further in their learning.

      Resistant Carbs

      The idea behind resistant carbs is they are not digested the same way as regular carbohydrates. Resistant carbs are digested further down in your digestive tract so they don’t spike your insulin levels like regular carbs do. That’s good news for anyone who’s Type 2 Diabetic or anyone who’s trying to live a low carb lifestyle; like Plan Z dieters do.

      What’s the Big Deal with Gluten

      But what exactly is gluten, and why can’t some people process it? And why does it only seem to be a problem recently?

      The Grain Brain Lifestyle

      Eating your way to better health begins in the kitchen, and that starts by filling your cabinets with the right food.

      80 Grams – A Day in the Low Carb Life

      There is no number set in stone that tells you how many grams of carbs you can eat per day before you begin to gain weight. It all depends on your body; your height, weight, activity level and metabolic rate. Everyone wants a number, but you can’t have one. For each of us that number is unique.

      Wheat Belly: Whole Grain, Organic, Ciabatta or Twinkie…It’s All the Same

      White bread, whole grain, multigrain, organic or bagel, pretzel, bruschetta, ciabatta . . . it's all the same.

      Total Carbs Vs. Net Carbs

      You're reading labels. The box shows the amount of carbs, but then it has this other mysterious number called NET carbs. So what’s the difference?

      King Corn

      King Corn is a documentary that didn’t get wide circulation. CBS Sunday Morning covered the premier of the film. Our government subsidizes corn farmers. That makes corn an incredibly cheap ingredient. That’s why it’s in so many processed foods.

      Dr William Davis on the Dangers of Wheat

      The USDA tells us we should have 6 to 11 servings of grain per day. They are trying to sell commodities. Don’t listen. To help get (and keep) your mind right, watch this Dr. William Davis, author of Wheat Belly.

      Dr Justin Explaining Resistant Starches

      One thing you might want to look into at this point, is the idea of “resistant starches.” These are starches that are digested in your intestines and don’t spike your insulin levels.

      How To Really Order Breakfast

      Having two pieces toast racks up 29.4 grams of carbohydrates. Wash that breakfast down with an 8-ounce glass of orange juice and you've just added 27.1 more grams of carbohydrates.

      Carbohydrates and Cancer

      Gary Taubes in a response to questions related to refined carbohydrate consumption and their effects on degenerative diseases such as cancer, Alzheimers and heart disease.

      How Wheat Makes You Fat

      People have a hard time giving up bread. Here are 10 minutes of reasons to give up bread. After you watch this, it might not be so difficult to give it up.

      Starch is Your Enemy!

      Starch is bad because it continually signals you to take another bite. Fat and protein signal your body to stop eating after a certain point, but carbohydrates, whether good or bad, don’t.

      All About Carbohydrates

      Part one of a complete overview of carbohydrates and your heath.

      No Truth In Labeling

      It's amazing how easy it is to make the wrong food choices based on the way our foods are marketed.

      The Ultimate Pyramid Scheme

      Your fat butt is the only proof you need that all of that low fat food you are eating is making you fat. The USDA’s motto might as well be, “In Carbs We Trust.”


      A New Normal

      A New Normal

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      Z3.5: ZReboot 3.5 Recipes

      Beef Stroganoff

      You can have your stroganoff and eat it too! Most stroganoff recipes are served over rice or a big pile of noodles. You don’t…

      Chicken Enchilada Lasagna

      Dieter and KLSS Star 106 DJ Harry O stopped by Plan Z headquarters this weekend. Harry, who's lost 150 pounds on Plan Z, brought…

      Shrimp and “Grits”

      My husband loves shrimp and grits. His mother was from Arkansas and they ate grits often. Trouble is grits are very high carb.…

      Badger Brats

      I made this ‘good luck’ recipe for the Championship Final for basketball. The Wisconsin Badgers played the Duke Blue Devils.…

      Mexican Casserole

      I was shocked. I have made this casserole so many times in so many variations -- I had no idea I had never typed it up to share…

      Creamy Pasta Bake with Chicken

      This is a dreamy, smooth pasta dish that uses little pasta but is still big on taste. This dish can be easily doubled and baked…

      Italian Sausage Zucchini Casserole (with Pasta)

      This dish is Italian comfort food. I curl up on sofa with a bowl of this and watch a movie. You can go totally low-carb with this…

      Yellow Cupcakes

      I have not perfected low carb baking yet but these are pretty good. They have a little denser texture than a light and fluffy…

      Cinnamon Nut Granola

      Most granola you buy at the store has about 35-45 grams of carbohydrates per serving. This one has about 9. Your tummy will love…

      Dark Cherry Dream

      This is a wonderfully light dessert. It comes together in a flash and can be mostly prepared ahead. Serve this to company and be…

      Creamy Pasta Bake with Italian Sausage

      This is a dreamy, smooth pasta dish that uses little pasta, but is still big on taste. This dish can be easily doubled and baked…

      Cream Cheese Frosting

      This cream cheese frosting is LOVELY. I really enjoy it. I hope you do, too.

      Pizza Lasagna

      This “light on the carbs” lasagna can be made with your favorite pizza ingredients. I just made this one with some of my…

      Cheesy Turkey Noodle Casserole

      This dish can be made with chicken or is a perfect way to use up leftover turkey from the holidays.

      Creamy Pasta Bake with Leftover Turkey

      This is a dreamy, smooth pasta dish that uses little pasta but is still big on taste. Perfect way to use leftover turkey or…

      Chicken and Caramelized Onion Casserole

      I had a hankering last night for a homey casserole. It had been raining all day and the temperature dropped, so this hit the…

      Chocolate Chunk Cookies

      My first attempt at chocolate chip cookies that are low carb. They aren’t Toll House, but they are close enough to satisfy the…

      Open Face BLT

      I’ve had a hankering lately for a BLT. My mother used to make BLT’s when it was really hot outside. So at the end of summer I…

      Shrimp “Rolls”

      Familiar with lobster rolls? These are very similar in taste and texture, except you are using shrimp. The other thing missing is…

      Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

      Another great recipe the whole family will enjoy.

      Cranberry Walnut Cookies

      This recipe was contributed by Plan Z dieter Nancy.

      Chicken and Shrimp a la Lousianne

      This recipe can be doubled and tripled for larger crowds. You can even make it ahead and just reheat on the big day. It actually…

      Cuban-Marinated Pork Tenderloin and Caribbean Black Beans with Plantain, Pineapple and Serrano Salsa

      This is a rather long recipe because there are three parts but, believe me, this is so EASY. It's a great meal for summer and all…

      Asian Chicken Casserole

      This is my take on an interesting combination of Asian and Italian. I don’t often think to use pasta as part of an Asian dish but…


      Z3: ZReboot Recipes

      A Trio of Super-Simple Breakfast Casseroles

      I'm thinking of starting a company called “Just Add Eggs.” Well, maybe I'm kidding but this just might be a theme for these…

      Frozen Yogurt Bark

      The final product must be eaten right out of the freezer. They melt fast but they are a fun treat.

      Shrimp Fra Diavolo

      This is a traditional Italian Dish that is known for spice. It’s also usually served over pasta so you’ll see that this one can…

      Mushroom-Bacon Soup

      I had a hankering for bacon. My husband wanted mushroom soup. And this recipe was born.

      Broccoli Cheese Soup

      I designed this broccoli cheese soup for the average cook. It only takes a few minutes to chop the veggies and then put it in the…

      Celery Salad with Dried Fruit, Nuts and Parmesan

      Well, of course I’m not the only one who every dreamed of a celery salad so I found all kinds of them and formulated my own,…

      Egg Muffins

      Easy to make and freezer friendly, egg muffin cups make for a great grab-and-go breakfast. I love switching up ingredients – I’ll…

      Fluffy, No Bake Lemon Cheesecake

      I came up with this recipe as a tribute to Dieter Ron and his wife Jean. This darling couple drove from Wisconsin to Chicago just…

      Peach Parfait

      The parfait is a serious twist on a Cooking Light recipe I came across, so I need to give them credit but I also wanted you to…

      Jalapeno Popper Crisps

      These easy to make Jalapeno poppers are Z3 friendly and only take 15 minutes!

      Simple Sangria

      Refreshing and beautiful. This can be made with red wine, white wine, or I like the look of the rosé.

      Whiskey Sour

      I used to love whiskey sours made with frozen lemonade and Canadian Club. This is my new substitute.

      Chicken Under a Brick

      One of my favorite French bistro dishes is chicken under a brick. I decided I had to figure out how to make it myself. Most…

      Sweet Onion Casserole

      This is a super easy side dish that can be mixed up in a flash and then baked. It will go well with any piece of roasted meat and…

      Hot Brown Open-faced Sandwich

      This is fast to make and is a wonderful comfort food addition to your recipes.

      Zucchini Fritters (or Pancakes)

      Fried till golden using coconut flour.

      Pizza Soup

      Make this for the whole gang and watch a movie on a cold evening. You can even make a big batch of this and serve it for a…

      Mexican Chicken Salad

      If you are going totally low carb you can serve this over lettuce. Bib lettuce would look nice.

      Sichuan Stir-Fry Chicken

      This is very much like kung pao chicken you’d find on an Asian menu. There is some zip to it but you can decide how spicy you’d…

      Bacon-Apple Chicken Salad

      Everything’s better with bacon. Right? Enjoy this crunch-filled chicken salad. Serve on top of salad or toast one piece of a…

      Java Fluff

      If you are a coffee-flavored dessert lover, your dream boat just docked!

      Cocoa-Fruit Superfood Smoothie

      Adding the almond butter and peanut butter makes it smooth and delicious. Almost a chocolate peanut butter cup, but exceedingly…

      Braised Greens with Toasted Pine Nuts

      Quick and simple side dish. And so healthy.


      Z2: ZReduction Recipes

      Lemon-Garlic Chicken Kebabs on Top of a Chopped Salad

      Grilling makes Plan Z easy and popular. This dish can be served to a whole family or even as part of an outdoor cookout party.

      Cabbage Soup

      All the ingredients spend a lot of loving time together in the pot to make an amazingly simple and flavorful soup.

      Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls

      Dieter Jessica made this meal on one of her first days of ZReduction. It was so delicious she wanted to share it with everyone.

      Burger and Egg

      It’s all the rage in the big city. Have a runny egg on top of your burger. Well, you can do that in ZReduction too! I just ate…

      Louisiana Cream Sauce

      The sauce will make you feel so gourmet and it’s very easy to make. You don’t have to spend a lot of time in the kitchen either.…

      Korean BBQ Sauce

      This sauce is amazing. You can use it on beef, chicken or even a steak-like fish (Swordfish comes to mind. Or Tuna). Also a pork…

      Pork Loin Chops with Sizzlin’ Cherry Sauce

      This dish comes together quickly. Two pans and voila. If you don’t like spicy food you can leave the cayenne out. It does give a…

      Turkey or Chicken Meatloaf

      For a change of pace you can try a unique meatloaf. This one comes with an optional extra sauce in case you want to really ramp…

      Garlic Rubbed Roasted Cabbage Steaks

      If you love cabbage, you are going to freak out about how good this is. All we can say about this recipe is that if you hate…

      Peach Salsa Sauce

      This lovely, light peach salsa can be served with all kinds of light meat and fish. I’d serve it over grilled chicken. I served…

      Fruit Parfait

      This is a must try, a wonderfully light and healthy dessert.

      Z2 Chicken and Eggplant Stacks (EASY and QUICK)

      This is super flavorful. Tastes just like chicken parmesan without the cheese. Don’t be afraid of eggplant. This stuff is…

      Fresh Berry Pie Filling

      This makes a super simple dessert that tastes so authentic. This can work for ZReduction or you can add the crust and make tarts…

      Zippy Scallion Onion Salad

      This recipe is designed for your barbecue needs. Of course you can eat it with anything but I had the Korean BBQ Sauce in mind…

      Shrimp with Jalapeno Vinaigrette

      This will make a beautiful meal for a high summer night. Can be served as an intimate dinner for two or multiplied for company.…

      Spinach Sauteed with Garlic and Chopped Tomato

      This is quick cooking at its best…or novice cooking for those who are just discovering their talents in the kitchen.

      Crunchy Top Cod

      This dish takes no time at all. All you have to do is crust it and toss it in your oven. Come back later, and your entrée is…

      Spicy-Sweet Green Bean Medley

      Add this zippy side dish to your favorite piece of protein for a vitamin packed veggie punch.

      My Mom’s Meatloaf

      This is very close to my mother's meatloaf recipe. I used to serve this with mashed potatoes and corn when I wanted comfort food.…

      Sauteed Purple Cabbage and Pea Pods

      This side dish comes together in a snap. The vibrant purples and greens of the cabbage and pea pods make a boring dish pop.

      Ricotta Cream with Strawberry Compote

      Aka VP Anger's 65th Birthday Dessert. This super-simple, light and dreamy dessert is easy enough for a weeknight treat and fancy…

      Steamed Salmon with Asparagus, Snow Peas, and Spinach

      Thanks to Dieter Brian of WVJS Breakfast Bunch for sending us his take on a simple spring salmon recipe.

      Italian Crockpot Chicken Soup

      Dieter Emily sent us this easy to make crock pot weeknight recipe. Emily says, "when I came home from work, it smelled heavenly!…

      Simple Southwestern Chicken

      This spice blend is super easy to mix up and adds a nice bit of zip to your chicken.


      Plan Z Success Stories

      Plan Z Success Story
      Ken Lost 57 Pounds

      About 6 or 7 years ago, I grew a beard in order to cover up my chubby face. . . At that time I weighted 244 and I made a deal with myself that I was going to shave my beard when I got to 200 [pounds]. Well, year after year after year, not only was I NOT losing to 200 I was gaining weight. A few weeks ago [after doing Plan Z] I hit 200 and I shaved the beard that morning.

      Trust me, if you do it, immediately, you're going to be happy that you did. Not in a week, not in a month, not in 6 months but in a few days - because you're going to lose a couple of pounds and after that you'll be excited. This is by far been the best thing I have ever done for myself, ever.

      Hear his story
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      Beverages

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      Sides & Veggies

      Green Bean Salad

      This is a recipe that can be multiplied to feed the MASSES. And it can be left on a buffet and served room temperature for a few hours.

      Roasted Vegetable Salad

      This works well with all your favorite veggies, so enjoy!

      Beetroot, Carrot and Zucchini Salad

      This recipe is taken from the cookbook New Farm: Savoury Recipes from a Farmhouse Kitchen on the Isle of Bute by Carole Howard.

      Roasted Pear and Spinach Salad

      I designed this pear recipe to go with meat dishes. If you carve some turkey, slice some ham or grill up a pork tenderloin to go with this salad you’ll have a full meal.

      Side Salad for Holiday Shrimp Scampi

      This is a great little side salad, good with any dish.

      Baked Shrimp Jambalaya by Chef Josh

      This dish is super easy once you grab all the ingredients!

      Pizza Zola Style

      I got this idea from an internet recipe. I hope you love it.

      Mushroom-Tomato Pesto Medley

      This recipe will make plenty. You'll have enough for a side dish for six or enough to generously stuff 6 omelets.

      Classic Coleslaw

      The only trick to coleslaw is to make it ahead, as the flavors need some time to develop. This one is just about as easy to make as the other stuff is to pour out of the jar. And healthier.

      Greek Yogurt and Fresh Fruit

      This is recipe was contributed by Plan Z dieter Shana. What a great idea! Super easy.

      Green Onion and Mushroom Frittata (and Variations)

      This dish can be made with a myriad of veggies and with things like pepperoni or chopped, cooked bacon, any kind of cheese you like, or even with pesto or mustard.

      Almond Flour Pancakes

      Another yummy recipe contributed by Plan Z dieter Amy.

      Blueberry Crepes

      Something sweet? Add some different to the start of your day.

      Fruit and Nut Yogurt

      Ready for Summer? This is a great way to start the day. BIG YUM!

      Fluffy Cheesy Scrambled Eggs

      When you go into ZReboot, we want you to really increase your fat intake. One thing we recommend is coconut milk and Chris, our VP of Anger Management came up with this tasty one!

      Yum Yum Onions

      I titled these Yum Yum Onions for the obvious reason. I am convinced they will receive rave reviews at your table, like they did at mine.

      Caprese Tomato Salad

      This makes a quick light appetizer that's pretty in the summer. Or it can be a side salad or even an Italian side dish to go great with grilled summer foods.

      Pear and Blue Cheese Dip

      You can use celery sticks to dip or a few of the wafer thin crackers. You can even just eat it with a spoon!

      Rockin’ Guacamole

      Efrem says, "This is a really easy to make, great tasting guacamole to accompany any Mexican dish.


      Entrees

      Oven Roasted Okra

      This delicious recipe was submitted by dieter Nicole. She served it with pork chops and roasted tomatoes. Thanks, Nicole for the inspired dish!

      Roasted Tomato Sauce

      You’ll think you’re eating at an Italian Grandma’s house when you taste this.

      Creamy Ravioli

      This whole dinner comes together in about 15 minutes. There are just days when you can’t make everything from scratch. You need something you can get on the dinner table quickly.

      Smoked Salmon Salad

      Since leafy greens are unlimited you can double (or triple) the amount of greens used in this recipe if you want to make it stretch.

      Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage “Stew”

      I’ll admit it. I found this inspiration recipe online. I did not have to change it up much to Zola-fy it..it is soooo good!

      Roasted Lemon Chicken

      When you are in the ZReduction portion of Plan Z you will not be eating the skin of the chicken or any of the dark meat. Breast meat only.

      Cheeseburger Casserole

      I found this recipe online. I didn’t have to do much to make it Zola. It tastes very much like a cheeseburger. The way to make it exciting though is to make sure you pile on the toppings that you like on your burger. You can feed the whole family with this and no one will miss the bun.

      Air Fryer Crispy Tofu

      Dieter Claire brings us this fabulous recipe for air-fried tofu and veggies. She took the Plan Z General Tso recipe’s sauce and combined them to make a mighty tasty dish. Thank you, Claire!

      General Tso’s Chicken

      This is a very popular Chinese take out item that you can easily make at home. You can also follow these instructions and make it much lower carb than the one from the restaurant.

      Grilled Eggplant

      I have decided the grilled Chinese eggplant tastes better than potato chips! Even better than French fries! And it’s so easy.

      Chicken Tender Chunks in a Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

      A wonderful summer recipe with a little lesson in chicken meat processing.

      Creamed Orzo with Leeks and Parmesan

      Orzo is a wonderful, tiny pasta. This is the most requested side dish recipe I get from dinner guests–but watch your portion size. Enjoy!

      Dieter Claire’s Taco Seasoning

      From Dieter Claire: Make this in bulk and store it in a jar. It's less expensive than taco seasoning packets and has no fillers. Plus, I can tweak the flavors to suit my family.

      Air Fryer Fish Fry

      A fish fry is a big deal in Wisconsin. The tradition is to serve the fish with French fries, coleslaw and a slice of rye bread with butter. It’s usually made with cod or perch.

      Sun Dried Tomatoes

      No need to salt them. No need to season them. They will be delicious and have PLENTY of flavor. 

      Asian Barbecue Salmon (Roasted or Grilled)

      Ever made your own BBQ sauce? Here's a quick, easy and delicious recipe for a home made option.

      Shrimp and Mushroom Casserole

      This is elegant comfort food. It’s sort of like the American version of the French dish called Coquille St. Jacque.

      Crispy Chicken with Summer Sauce

      This dish will remind you of chicken Parmesan but this has a lighter sauce made with summer veggies. It's easy to make and can be fancy enough to serve at a backyard party.

      Marinated Flank Steak – Air Fryer or Grill

      Flank steak needs to marinate to give it full flavor and to make it tender. It just needs a little attention to make it shine. I cooked this in my air fryer but if you don’t have one you can just toss it on the grill and follow the same basic instructions.

      Low Carb Foldover Quesadilla

      I have done these with a crowd at a party and laid out all the ingredients. Each person took a plate, a tortilla and went around placing their ingredients on the tortilla. Then they brought them to me to grill. I have given instructions here for how to bake them too.


      Starters, Salads & Sauces

      Eggplant Salad

      This salad can be served as a side dish. It can be warm, room temperature or cold; depending on the weather outside and your tastes. It’s an earthy dish with some zip from the vinegar.

      Eggplant Tomato Combo

      This eggplant tomato combo can be eaten as a side dish or as a spread. When I make an antipasti tray for an appetizer course, I’ll sometimes include this as a dip or spread for crackers.

      Cucumber Salad

      This is a great picnic dish or summer grilling party.

      Salsa Fresca

      This is another really simple Mexican staple. Again, fresh vegetables are key to a really great tasting salsa. Can go with meats, poultry, or even fish.

      Tangy Coleslaw

      Makes a great side dish with Zola's "Almost" Fried Chicken! Travels well for Zola To GO! and lasts for days in the refrigerator.

      “Creamy” Coleslaw

      Great for your summer barbecue.

      Marinated Tomato and Artichoke Salad

      Marinate with your favorite Plan Z Dressing. I use the balsamic-pesto dressing or anything on the Italian side will work.

      Cherry Tomato Salad

      Who knew water could make a dressing! I was in an Italian restaurant the other night and wanted to order a salad to go with my grilled meat.

      Italian Salad

      You can vary the spices or vegetables according to taste, making the variations on this almost endless.

      Mexican Cherry Tomato Salad

      Serve over salad greens or as a side dish.

      Chinese – American Chicken Salad

      I serve this over shredded lettuce to make a larger salad.

      Tomato Tabbouleh (Tabouli)

      Goes great over a burger or an accompaniment to any protein.

      Grilled Tuna Nicoise Salad

      A Nicoise salad is a French tradition. I have had to change it to adapt to Plan Z but the adjustments made for a delightful change.

      Cajun Orange Roughy with a Tomato-Caper Salad and Caramelized Green Onions

      This is a nice, light fish dish. You can make it as spicy or mild as you choose by limiting the amount of seasoning you put on your fish.

      Shrimp Cocktail Salad

      On a hot day this makes an amazingly satisfying lunch or dinner.

      Grilled Tuna Salad

      When on ZReduction we, of course, cannot have mayonnaise. So I wanted a tuna salad and came up with this one. I bet you can make this with canned tuna to save money.

      Thai Shrimp Salad

      This is a very fast meal to prepare. It can also be enjoyed cold as part of Zola To GO!

      Mediterranean Tuna Salad

      This recipe is a little tart but quite tasty on the fish. You can eat this warm or cold.

      Grilled Fish with Mexican Slaw

      This is a great dish on a hot night. Perfect for the novice cook. Also good enough to invite company over or make this for a new date you are trying to impress.


      Appetizers

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      Desserts

      Orange Crème Anglaise

      This is a perfect dessert sauce. Goes really well with chocolate so you can serve it with any of the chocolate cake recipes or even pound cake.

      Frozen Raspberry Swirl

      This recipe was contributed by dieter Darlene. Big Yum!

      Crustless Strawberry Cheesecake

      If you are diabetic this should make your nutritionist and your insulin count pretty darn happy. And you and those you share this with will be happy, too.

      The Secret Ingredient Cheesecake with Strawberry Topping

      This is one of the moistest, most intense cheesecakes I have ever made. The recipe was adapted from one I saw in a House Beautiful magazine.

      Apricot Cream Dream

      This is one of the desserts I severed on Saturday night for the 20/30 Martinis and Magic party. It was a huge hit and it was so simple!

      Snow White Squares with Tart Cherry Sauce

      Remember the cafeteria dessert that looks like a creamy white cheesecake and has the bright cherry pie filling on top? That’s what I am trying to duplicate here.

      Lemon Gelato

      This is an authentic-tasting Italian Ice cream (gelato). Low carb and good for you!

      Vanilla Ice Cream

      If you have the same Cuisinart ice cream maker that I do, you can ignore those instructions about putting the mixture in the refrigerator to chill. It works the same if you freeze it right away and in 15 – 20 minutes you have ice cream ready to eat.

      Almond Dessert Sauce

      Goes great with any fruit, especially mixed berries.

      Dreamsicle Cream

      One of my favorite childhood treats was a Dreamsicle. That’s the orange popsicle with the vanilla ice cream in the middle. This Plan Z version comes pretty darn close.

      Tiramisu Cream

      This is more like a traditional tiramisu in case you are accustomed to one of the Americanized versions that are made with things like angel food cake.

      Almond Snickerdoodle Cookies

      They are soft and chewy but you will definitely feel like you are eating a cookie – I know I did – I ate two!"

      Karyl’s Mock Apple “Pie”

      This recipe was created by Plan Z dieter Karyl. She has one of those amazing choppers. Look how uniform her bits are!

      Italian Lemon Tart

      Based on an Italian pie that is traditionally made with ricotta cheese, I’ve made it smoother and more luscious by using mascarpone.

      Almond Flour Pound Cake

      Amy says, "I found this recipe on a message board on the internet – didn’t have a regular name attached to it – just a screen name. It was delicious and smells so good baking!"

      Vanilla Scented Apricots and Raspberries

      You can serve this dish plain or you can serve it with the Almond Dessert Sauce.

      Warm Pears with Brandy Cream

      This is not a large dessert but it’s so decadent that you don’t need a large portion.

      Southern Peaches and Cream

      To get really fancy serve with a bit of bourbon or port on the side. You’ll feel like you stepped out in New Orleans.

      Raspberry Fool

      This is one of my favorite, QUICK recipes for an impromptu dinner party.

      Panna Cotta and Sauce

      This was a huge hit in the Zola kitchen this week. Big smiles all around. Absolutely delicious!


      Zola's Blog

      Zola: CEO & Chief Dieter

      I was a formerly frustrated dieter until I developed my own diet. Plan Z is successful because I took what I learned (along with all of my diet failures) and developed a program that truly works. Now I'm living ZLife and lovin' it.

      Countdown to Thanksgiving

      If you’re going to do Plan Z this year, I’m guessing you’ll want to be well into ZReboot for Thanksgiving. Let’s run the numbers to see where you can be on Thanksgiving Day:

      Best Food for Kids, Before and After School

      What I am going to do here is give you ideas for breakfast, lunch and after-school snacks. Your kids deserve tasty, healthy food.

      Kitchen Cleanliness

      How do you keep cutting boards clean? Should you wash raw chicken before cooking? Which is more sanitary, a sponge or a dishrag? Zola weighs in. Sometimes I can be a little extreme.

      Sprinkler Day

      Here’s a last minute idea for your Fourth of July celebration (or you can do it any day in the summer). There’s a kiddie element to this celebration and an adult portion later on.

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      Inflation

      I’m recommending that in order to fight some of the inflation issue you consider a few behavior changes.

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      40 Fast Years

      Recently, the 40th anniversary of when my husband and I began our courtship arrived. What prompted us noticing the importance of the date? Hollywood told us. 

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      How to Eat French Fries

      The issue is can you ever get away with a little? I’m here to say yes, if you have a little discipline.

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      Cookie Mission

      When I was just a tween I decided to bake cookies for 4,000 troops stationed on an aircraft carrier in the Mediterranean Sea. My brother was in the navy and was stationed on the ship, so it seemed like a good idea at the time...

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      We are going HOME!

      We got the approval. The cardiologist said, “Fly, Fly, fly away!” The urology surgeon said, “I’m so proud. You were so brave. You have come so far. You are cancer-free. Go home.”

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      All Clear

      We got a call from the urologist. Chris has been officially declared CANCER FREE. The pathology is completely CLEAR. The surgeon suggested Chris go have a beer (at 10AM). – Sounds like St. Patrick’s Day to me!

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      The Little-Known Queen of the Culinary World

      I worked for a woman named Marilyn Lewis in 1980. She was the one who put gourmet burgers on the map

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      Hero Mommy

      As I saw the interaction between mother and daughter in the grocery store I thought to myself, that mom is my hero today, and that young girl has a healthy life in her future.

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      Life’s Curveballs

      I tell you all of this just to give you a head’s up that I’ve been rather...busy.

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      Halloween Treats

      I have found the perfect place to buy Halloween treats is at the craft store. This year I bought Halloween themed pencils, whistles, kazoos, crazy glasses, flying frog toys, spider rings and stretchy skeletons. How fun is that!

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      Sugar Rule #1: 15 Grams or Less

      If you are going to have that occasional dessert I wanted to give you a few ideas for how to pull that off without having to go buy a bigger pair of pants.

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      80 Grams – A Day in the Low Carb Life

      There is no number set in stone that tells you how many grams of carbs you can eat per day before you begin to gain weight. It all depends on your body; your height, weight, activity level and metabolic rate. Everyone wants a number, but you can’t…

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      Rice. A Four Letter Word

      For me, a portion is ¼ cup COOKED. The kasmati rice container I bought suggests a portion is ¼ cup DRY. That would make about two cups of cooked rice. Each portion would come in at 34 grams of carbs. That’s an insane amount of carbohydrate intake in…

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      Garden Experiences

      In the 30-plus years that I’ve been gardening I’ve learned a lot about what I can handle and what I can’t. For instance, I quit planting vegetables and fruits decades ago. Here’s the story...

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      Oh, but Wait! You CAN Maintain Your Weight!

      You’ve lost a nice chunk of weight. Congratulations! Trouble is most folks just gain it back – and then some. There are tasty ways to prevent weight gain. Make a few minor adjustments and you’re on your way to maintaining your weight loss.

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      Your Cheating Mouth

      Staying true to your diet can be tough. If you have to cheat, here is a primer on how not to screw up so badly.

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      My First Super Bowl

      The very first Super Bowl took place in 1967. There were no award-winning commercials, no half-time bonanza, no Super Bowl buffet - there weren’t even snacks. You just watched the game.

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      Total Carbs Vs. Net Carbs

      You're reading labels. The box shows the amount of carbs, but then it has this other mysterious number called NET carbs. So what’s the difference?

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      My Friend Biggie – A Christmas Story

      Josh had a problem.  He was invited to a Christmas party and he didn’t have a thing to wear. Now, you usually hear that from a woman but in Josh’s case it was literally true!

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      My History with Popcorn

      When I was younger I was under the impression that popcorn was a low calorie snack. I thought it was good for me. Since then I have learned popcorn was one thing wrapped in innocence that really was undermining my health and well-being.

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      BREAD

      If I hammer home anything today this is all I want you to know. Bread is dessert and it has to be treated like a treat. It’s dessert.

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      How to survive the summer social events and not blow your diet.

      I have several strategies for party participation that don’t involve you feeling like you have to suffer or turn down the invitation. Socializing has to fit into your diet protocol too. Sometimes you just have to be clever.

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      FAQS

      HOW MUCH DOES THE PLAN Z DIET COST?

      A Plan Z membership costs $19/month. For your materials, you can purchase a starter kit for as little as $237. Your starter kit includes the four phases, the Plan Z manual which walks you through the program day by day, three bottles of ZR50 Crave Control spray, access to the Plan Z recipe and blog site, daily coaching emails, and the support of the Plan Z staff and coaches. If you would like to start with 6 bottles of Crave Control spray, your initial order would be as low as $353 plus $19/month. Plan Z members can purchase spray and receive coaching as long as their membership is active.

      Plan Z costs a fraction of what it costs to be overweight. Health economists for the Centers for Disease Control say that obesity costs overweight people an additional $1470 per year in increased medical bills and medication costs. Losing weight can actually save you money and aggravation.

      There is no comparison when it comes to the speed at which the weight comes off on Plan Z. No other diet gives you the structure that makes this a plan for life and not just another diet.

      OTHER FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

      ORDERING & PAYMENTS

      If you have more weight to lose after your first round, you have the option of joining ZClub. ZClub is a monthly or annual membership only for returning Plan Z dieters. ZClub members have access to the Plan Z site, the recipes, 2nd Tuesday calls, coaching, AND you can buy spray as you need it.

      ZClub not only makes it more flexible and affordable if you have a lot of weight to lose, but it also allows us to continue to provide you with recipes, education and the information you need to help you stay focused amid all the food traps that bombard us every day. And if you veer off track, you can get the spray you need to maintain your results without breaking the bank.

      We want to be here to support you all the way through your weight loss goals, getting you to a healthy weight you can live with. ZClub is only available to Plan Z participants who have previously participated in the diet at the full price or at the Buddy System price. We recommend people come to us with one round in mind because after that round is over, you’ll be happy to pay for the next one. You’ll see the value.

      Please give us 2-5 business days to process your order. All orders ship from Zola Headquarters in Chattanooga, TN. Of course, shipping times vary by location, but most orders in the continental US will arrive within a week of when they are shipped.

      Need to ship to another country? Call our office at 800-255-9853 for international pricing and ship times.

      Yes! All transactions on our website are ssl encrypted for your protection. You can also call one of our customer service representatives at 1-800-255-9853 if you would prefer to place your order over the phone, or if you have questions about Plan Z.

      If you have an obesity related illness and your doctor recommends you lose weight, Plan Z is likely covered by your insurance. Ask your doctor to give you a letter of medical necessity on their letterhead saying they recommend Plan Z. Click here to download a sample form of what the letter should look like. Or you can have them fill out this form. Take both forms to your doctor and let them decide which one they prefer to use. Submit the paperwork and your Plan Z packing slip to your insurance company for reimbursement.

      If you are overweight and struggling with obesity related health issues you can use your HSA (Health Savings Account) or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) debit card to pay for Plan Z as long as it has a MasterCard or Visa logo on it. Just make sure your doctor submits a letter of medical necessity (or this form) to your insurance company so that the charge is approved. Keep a copy of your itemized Plan Z receipt for your records.

      All insurance plans are different. If you are unsure if your insurance covers Plan Z check with your insurance provider before ordering.

      THE PROGRAM

      The ZR50 Crave Control spray is a homeopathic spray designed to relieve the discomforts of dieting. When you go cold turkey off of sugar, artificial sweeteners and preservatives, your body rebels.

      For starters, most people get a headache. Others start to get the jitters. It might get so bad their hands shake. That makes it difficult to type or do other hand-work. Some get achy. Some experience slight nausea. Pretty much everybody gets crabby. And the cravings. For many, they can be overwhelming. All of this adds up to an intolerable situation for the dieter and oftentimes for those around them.

      ZR50 is designed to eliminate, or at least ameliorate, all of these conditions. It helps keep you on an even keel as you go through Plan Z so you can diet comfortably and successfully.

      For medical information about the ZR50 Crave Control spray and its ingredients, please go to our medical professionals page.

      You have to unlearn the bad diet advice you’ve been fed for years. Our so-called “obesity epidemic” in the USA is only about thirty years old. We started to fatten up in the early 1980s shortly after the U.S. Senate passed its Dietary Guidelines for America (1977). The government advised us to reduce our fat consumption from 40% to 30% and replace the fat with carbohydrates.

      Food companies jumped in and started making low fat, “diet” foods filled with enough sugar and high fructose corn syrup to make them palatable. We know that sugar is a main contributor to obesity in America but food manufacturers have not backed off on using varying forms of sugar in their recipes.

      When we got fatter, they replaced natural sugars with artificial sweeteners, unnatural flavorings, and preservatives. These things reduce the natural sugar content in foods but they wreak havoc on your metabolism. And we still didn’t lose weight.

      So, the “experts” told us that we needed to exercise more. What a monumental mistake. The problem is, while exercise may burn calories, it also stimulates hunger. After an intense workout your body will need to replenish the calories it just burned. How does it do that? By sending you signals that you’re hungry and you need to eat!

      Today, Americans spend billions on diet foods and health club memberships – more than they ever had in the past. And yet, between 1998 and 2008, the number of “clinically” obese Americans grew 37% according to the Centers for Disease Control.

      We now know fat doesn’t make you fat. Complex carbohydrates and sugar make you fat–especially the highly processed white carbs and the high fructose corn syrup that’s in most processed foods. These are the convenience foods that fill the shelves of our grocery stores.

      Knowing why we get fat in the first place is the first step towards keeping the weight off. Plan Z takes a completely different approach to weight loss: we work on your body and your brain.

      Yes. You can do this diet easily at work. We know you have to go to work so we have a Zola to Go! section on our member site with recipes for planning, preparing, and packing meals and snacks that travel well. We can accommodate you even if you are traveling back and forth between two cities as you prepare for your wedding day. We’ve helped pilots, flight attendants, and even traveling salespeople lose weight while on the job. We’ve even helped a company of firefighters lose hundreds of pounds together.

      Do you travel? Do you go out for meals? We’ll show you how to stay on Plan Z while eating in restaurants. Plus, Plan Z is totally family friendly. Your family can eat the same food you do–they’ll just have different portions because they’re not taking the ZR50 Reduction formula. No need to make your “diet food” and then make “regular” food for your family.

      Have kids? Kids LOVE the food. You choose what you want to eat every day from Zola’s approved food list. This way Plan Z becomes part of your thinner lifestyle. You can set an example for your children and pass on valuable eating habits to them. We even have recipes for things like healthy chicken nuggets and tiny meatloaves.

      You are a unique individual, but you are not so unique that the laws of science don’t apply to you. You are not an impossible case. You just had the wrong information until now. We believe if you had the right information you’d act on it and you’d likely be thinner than you are right now. But there is too much misinformation in the diet market place. Here’s why: Kraft makes South Beach Living packaged food, Heinz processes Weight Watchers food, Unilever owns Slim Fast, Kellogg’s owns Kashi Go Lean, Stouffer owns Lean Cuisine, Con-Agra owns Healthy Choice. Their so-called “diet” foods are filled with starch, sugar, artificial flavoring, and high fructose corn syrup.

      Those ingredients have contributed to America’s obesity epidemic and along with American companies like Coca-Cola and McDonald’s (and many others) they are exporting our obesity epidemic to the rest of the world. Their business plan and packaged foods keep you dieting and buying their foods for the rest of your life. My business plan is to help you break the endless cycle of weight gain and help you move forward into your new life.

      Obesity is a disease of fat production, not of overeating. If it were a simple math problem of calories in and calories out, we would all be thin. On conventional diets the first ten or twelve pounds come off and then you hit the wall. Your metabolism slows down. You’re hungry and irritable. You tough it out a few more weeks or you quit and the weight comes roaring back.

      Your health is one reason to lose a lot of weight! Obesity causes or exacerbates all of these diseases:

      • Hypertension (Zola was on blood pressure meds until she developed and did Plan Z. After losing 28 pounds the first month she was able to come off the meds completely)
      • Type 2 Diabetes — One Plan Z Insider called us to say he was off his insulin on day four (with his doctor’s blessing!) of his ZReduction phase of Plan Z. He’d been on insulin since 1999!
      • Coronary heart disease
      • Heart ailments
      • Angina
      • Stroke
      • Gallstones
      • Gout
      • Sleep Apnea
      • Osteoarthritis

      We don’t make medical claims, but many of our dieters report they are making fewer claims against their health insurance. Conventional dieting keeps most of us on a perpetual cycle of losing and gaining the same 13-20 pounds for the rest of our lives. Diet companies win when you don’t lose enough to stop dieting. My plan helps you lose weight and keep it off.

      When are you going to get to the part where you tell me I have to get on a treadmill for an hour a day or this won’t work?

      I’m NOT going to tell you that. I’m going to tell you to go walk the dog, or if you don’t have a dog, just chill. NO EXERCISE on ZReduction. Let me be clear. I think exercise is great. I think it’s important. Right now my exercise regimen includes regular yoga and weight lifting. What I will tell you though is we know two things about exercise (even the medical community will agree with me on this). Exercise will make you stronger. It will also make you hungry.

      While you are on ZReduction, your energy should be put into enjoying the dieting experience. People who are seriously overweight have a difficult time approaching exercise and they take a deep sigh of relief when I tell them they don’t have to exercise to lose weight. You are not going to lose muscle mass. You’re only on ZReduction for 50 days; and if you don’t currently exercise, your lifestyle and routine are just going to remain the same. You ARE, however, going to lose fat. When you get to the ZReboot phase of the diet we are going to recommend you find an exercise program that suits your lifestyle. If you want to tighten up the loose bits left after losing the weight, you’re going to have to exercise to tighten up. Some tightening will occur naturally during a process we call ‘reshaping’ but for the bigger issues, you’ll need a targeted routine. Once you’ve completed ZReduction we recommend non-impact exercise, like yoga, Pilates and weight lifting. Too much emphasis has been made on exercises that tax your joints and your bones. There are plenty of things you can do that don’t wear out your skeleton. And they don’t all require a gym membership.

      Plan Z dieters who are a little older talk about how fun it is to chase the grandchildren around the park instead of sitting on the park bench watching. They get on a swing with the kids and laugh. They feel like getting exercise now. They might want to take a long walk in the sunshine and even include speeding up their pace so they get a bit of heart benefit in an aerobic mode. Some get heavily into gardening and growing their own veggies. You can take walks in the woods and learn how to forage for wild mushrooms. There’s a lot more to life than your TV screen or your computer.

      The best part is when you get off a considerable amount of weight you FEEL like exercising. A whole new world of activities opens up. People say their joints don’t hurt as much. You might feel like getting on a bike and tooling around the neighborhood. Or you might feel like a vacation in San Francisco but this time the hills won’t look so daunting. Or join a bowling league. I’m just tossing out ideas, folks.

      THE GUARANTEES

      I understand if you’re skeptical. My husband walked out of the room when I told him I was thinking about going on another diet. He was sick of watching me fail on one diet after the other. Now he is on board and has even done Plan Z! Even if you believe Plan Z worked for me and thousands of others, you may have failed on so many diets you just can’t believe it will work for you. I want you to feel completely safe investing in your thinner future.

      We are so confident in Plan Z that the diet has two guarantees:

      Sign up. Have the manual and ZR50 Crave Control spray delivered to your door. Look it over. Pay close attention to the first ten days where we practically take you by the hand and make sure you get off to a fast start.

      Get instant access to the Plan Z Works! Members’ website. Look over the recipes and even taste drive a couple. Then, if you don’t think Plan Z is for you, call us. We’ll send you a paid UPS return label and you can send everything back for a full refund. Just return all the bottles of your ZR50 Crave Control spray with their original safety seals unbroken along with your manual.

      Sign up. Then call us at 1-800-255-9853 and say, “I’m giving you nine days.”

      Then follow Plan Z for nine days. Call or e-mail Zola every day to report your progress. We’ll offer you support, coaching, and encouragement.

      If after nine days, you are not absolutely convinced that Plan Z is everything we said it would be we’ll send you a paid UPS label for you to return the product and unopened bottles of ZR50 Crave Control spray and refund you the full purchase price minus $135. You must return the manual and all bottles of formula to qualify for this refund. Plan Z will have only cost you $15 per day. Even the most skeptical people soon become Plan Z champions. People who have failed on every other diet can’t wait to tell family and friends about the diet that works: Plan Z.

      To order Plan Z as a skeptic, simply add the Skeptics Option to your cart along with your preferred Plan Z Diet payment option. Ready to get started? Click here.


      The Buddy System

      THE BUDDY SYSTEM

      Our best price for new dieters!

      Sign up at the same time with a friend, family member, co-worker, or other colleague and you both save! When two or more people register together under the Buddy System, each person gets an additional 10% off.

      You don’t have to live in the same house, or even in the same city. Everyone pays separately when you sign up for this program, so you can still make your own payment arrangements.

      This offer is only available by phone.

      Call us for details at 800-255-9853.

      BRIDAL BUDDY PROGRAM

      Need to lose before the big day?

      The Bridal Buddy Program splits the cost across the entire bridal party so everyone shares in the savings. The larger the party, the more you all save.

      Who’s eligible for the Bridal Buddy Program?

      • The groom, of course (About 40% of our dieters are men)
      • The attendants
      • The mother-of-the-bride; the father, too
      • Future in-laws and family members
      • Any friends who want to be thinner, for any reason, before the wedding day

      Make the Plan Z Diet the wedding gift you give to yourself.


      Medical Professionals

      FOR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS

      This section is for dieters and their health care professionals, including allopaths (MD’s), homeopaths (MRPharmS, RSHomeopathy), naturopaths, integrative medicine specialists and other health care professionals who are interested in Plan Z. You will find some of this content elsewhere on the website, but this section takes a deeper dive into some of the science and research related to Plan Z and ZR50 Crave Control spray.

      What we are doing here is laying out the most frequently asked questions we get from the health care community and attempting to answer those questions to your satisfaction. We expect this section to grow organically over time. Dieters and/or their health care professionals are encouraged to call our offices at 800-255-9853 with any questions.

      Plan Z by Zola does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Clients who register for Plan Z fill out a medical waiver as part of their registration. That waiver directs them to continue to accept responsibility for their medical care and status and remain in touch with their health care professional. Plan Z does not (and is not intended to) replace a client’s health care professional. Plan Z is another tool in a dieter’s arsenal to lose weight and keep it off. The content of the Plan Z website is for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

      Calcarea carbonica, nux vomica, taraxacum and magnesium phosphorica are the ingredients.

      All ingredients are in homeopathic dilution. They are all natural, plant and mineral based. There are no hormones included in the formula. There are no stimulants of any kind, such as caffeine, ephedra, or any other stimulants. All ingredients are FDA approved. The ZR50 Crave Control spray is protected by US Patent #8551535. It’s exclusive to Plan Z.

      The ingredients are all in 6c potency and are suspended in a 23% alcohol solution as a preservative. If a client needs a version that has no alcohol, a specific solution can be manufactured. It’s a special order and will take more time, but it can be done.

      The ZR50 Crave Control spray is a homeopathic spray designed to relieve the discomforts of dieting. When you go cold turkey off of sugar, artificial sweeteners and preservatives, your body rebels.

      For starters, most people get a headache. Others start to get the jitters. It might get so bad their hands shake. That makes it difficult to type or do other hand-work. Some get achy. Some experience slight nausea. Pretty much everybody gets crabby. And the cravings. For many, they can be overwhelming. All of this adds up to an intolerable situation for the dieter and oftentimes for those around them.

      ZR50 is designed to eliminate, or at least ameliorate, all of these conditions. It helps keep you on an even keel as you go through Plan Z so you can diet comfortably and successfully.

      More specifically, and according to Clarkes Dictionary, the ingredients in ZR50 have been known to provide relief for the following symptoms:

      CALC CARB

      • Great plumpness and excessive obesity.
      • Tendency in children and young persons to grow very fat.
      • Hunger, a short time after having eaten.
      • Frequent nausea, especially in the morning, in the evening, or at night
      • Pressive, or pinching pain in the stomach, or cramp-like and contractive pains, chiefly after a meal.
      • Cramps in the stomach at night.
      • Inflation and swelling of the epigastrium and of the region of the stomach, with painful sensibility of those parts to the touch.
      • Tension and inflation of the abdomen.
      • Enlargement and hardness of the abdomen.
      • Unpleasant taste in the mouth, mostly bitter, or sour, or metallic, especially in the morning.
      • Risings, with taste of undigested, or bitter, or sour food.

      NUX VOMICA

      • Anguish, anxiety, and excessive uneasiness, often with agitation which allows no rest whatever
      • Anxiety and restlessness in the evening.
      • Acid taste in mouth, worse in morning, or after eating
      • Craving for alcohol, coffee, stimulants.
      • Disordered stomach from over-eating
      • Painful sensitiveness in pit of stomach to least pressure.
      • Aching, tension, fullness, and distension of abdomen, and especially of epigastrium, worse after a meal.
      • Sensation of heaviness, and swelling in abdomen.
      • Cramp-like, contractive, and compressive pains, or cuttings and shootings, or sharp and drawing pains in the umbilical region

      MAG PHOS

      • Mag-p. is in the first rank as a pain remedy, and it has all kinds of pain (though cramping pain is the most characteristic)
      • Spasms of various kinds.
      • Aching feeling in arms and legs, weak and trembling.
      • Bloated, full sensation in abdomen, must loosen clothing.
      • Much flatus in bowels, passing off freely on walking, worse after evening meal.

      TARAXACUM

      • This remedy acts well in all affections of the liver.
      • Sensation of weakness and uneasiness throughout body, with constant necessity to lie down or to sit.
      • Gastric and bilious attacks, especially gastric headaches, the headaches are generally pressive.
      • Jaundice, liver obstruction.
      • Worse from fatty food.

      Dieters spray the ZR50 Crave Control formula under their tongue 4 times a day to keep up a steady and comfortable dieting pace.

      The ZR50 Crave Control spray is homeopathic. We have not had any reports of drug interactions. Many of our clients are on medications for various ailments/conditions, including but not limited to: diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, hormonal replacements, depression and more.

      Blood pressure:
      The blood pressure of Plan Z clients typically begins to normalize very early in the diet. We recommend dieters work with their health care professionals so they can be monitored and adjust medications if necessary. Over time, many Plan Z clients are able to reduce or get off medications for high blood pressure.

      Insulin levels:
      Type 2 Diabetes: Insulin levels in Plan Z clients typically begin to normalize very early in the diet. We recommend dieters work with their health care professionals so they can be monitored and adjust medications if necessary. Many Plan Z clients are able to reduce or get off their medications for Type 2 Diabetes over time.

      Type 1 Diabetes:
      Close monitoring by a health care professional is highly recommended. We always ask dieters who report themselves as Type 1 diabetics to consult with their health care professional in advance of starting Plan Z.

      Potassium Drop:
      We’ve had a few reported instances where potassium levels have measured lower in Plan Z dieters. Here’s what we found in researching this topic:

      There can be an almost reflexive drop in K with the initiation of a low-carb diet. The reduction is temporary and can be addressed by ingesting a little more sodium. (We recommend Plan Z dieters to consume grated, organic sea salt and not processed table salt.) The reduction in carbs (and presumed conversion to ketogenesis) temporarily affects the renin-angiotensin system of the kidneys and by adding sodium to the diet in the first 2-3 weeks, the kidneys then secrete Na instead of K, alleviating this temporary “potassium deficiency.”

      Additionally, hypertension is often driven by insulin resistance, so if Plan Z dieters are becoming more sensitive to insulin by starting a low-carb diet, their BP might drop a bit and if they are on loop diuretics, they’ll start secreting K because of the medication, more so than what they might normally while on a loop diuretic for otherwise elevated BP. Here’s a link to a NCBI study that looks at this dietary drop in K: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18176291

      Dieters eat real food from the grocery store.

      On ZReduction, dieters eat 2 full meals or 2 smaller meals with 4 snacks. The majority of items are low carbohydrate. The recipes are characteristically EASY to make. Most take less than 20 minutes to prepare. Protein, vegetables and fruits are emphasized for the ZReduction portion of the diet. When dieters get to the ZReboot portion of the diet, more fats and oils are added back into the mix. The ZR50 Crave Control spray helps address the negative side effects of dieting which helps make dieters more comfortable throughout the process. The meals and snacks can be spread out in any order or amount throughout the day.

      We recommend dieters drink plenty of water to stay hydrated and help in their weight loss. Latest studies show people should be drinking approximately 100 oz of water per day, or half of their body weight in ounces; whichever is less. We find that dieters who drink approximately 100 oz per day lose approximately 30% more weight than those who drink less.

      We do not decaffeinate our dieters. Coffee and tea are both allowed. We recommend sparkling water with natural flavorings. Soda is not allowed.

      You can contact us to see the comprehensive food lists we offer. We don’t tell our dieters what to eat. They choose what they want to eat from the approved food lists and can even eat in restaurants.

      People say this doesn’t taste like a diet. They are not eating something they zapped in a microwave or something that came from a box. They are eating real food. Their families can eat the same foods in larger portions.

      If you are overweight and struggling with obesity related health issues you can use your HSA (Health Savings Account) or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) debit card to pay for Plan Z as long as it has a MasterCard or Visa logo on it. Just make sure your doctor submits a letter of medical necessity (or this form) to your insurance company so that the charge is approved. Keep a copy of your itemized Plan Z receipt for your records.

      Health Insurance Reimbursement: If you have an obesity related illness and your doctor recommends you lose weight, Plan Z is likely covered by your insurance. Ask your doctor to give you a letter of medical necessity on their letterhead saying they recommend Plan Z. Click here to download a sample form of what the letter should look like. Or you can have them fill out this form. Take both forms to your doctor and let them decide which one they prefer to use. Submit the paperwork and your Plan Z packing slip to your insurance company for reimbursement.

      All insurance coverages are different, so check with your insurance provider for more info or call us at 800-255-9853.

      Our goal is to unwind 60 years of diet misinformation and give dieters a whole new route to follow. Dieters receive a manual that walks them through the program, and daily coaching emails that guide them step by step. The Plan Z staff is available to answer questions as fast as dieters can come up with them.

      Dieters choose what they eat. They have the ZR50 Crave Control spray in their system to help curb the cravings. Dieters are not burning water weight. By eliminating sugars, starches and heavy fats we counter the effects of hyper-insulinism and get the liver and pancreas working in concert to provide proper digestion and dissemination of food so it fuels the body instead of mostly being turned into fat and waste.

      We don’t take away fruit like other major low carb diets. Dieters decide what they are hungry for, make a grocery list and go buy their food. It is all very flexible.

      As part of the structure we also afford an opportunity to communicate with fellow dieters. Dieters read their stories, post their own, ask questions and get answers. Of course you can get your answers from our team too but sometimes it’s just fun to share with other dieters. It’s all out in the open.

      Our so-called “obesity epidemic” in the USA is only about thirty years old. We started to fatten up in the early 1980s shortly after the U.S. Senate passed its Dietary Guidelines for America (1977). The government advised us to reduce our fat consumption from 40% to 30% and replace the fat with carbohydrates.

      Food companies jumped in and started making low fat, “diet” foods filled with enough sugar and high fructose corn syrup to make them palatable. We know that sugar is a main contributor to obesity in America but food manufacturers have not backed off on using varying forms of sugar in their recipes.

      When we got fatter, they replaced natural sugars with artificial sweeteners, unnatural flavorings, and preservatives. These things reduce the natural sugar content in foods but they wreak havoc on your metabolism. And we still didn’t lose weight.

      So, the “experts” told us that we needed to exercise more. What a monumental mistake. The problem is, while exercise may burn calories, it also stimulates hunger. After an intense workout your body will need to replenish the calories it just burned. How does it do that? By sending you signals that you’re hungry and you need to eat!

      Today, Americans spend billions on diet foods and health club memberships – more than they ever had in the past. And yet, between 1998 and 2008, the number of “clinically” obese Americans grew 37% according to the Centers for Disease Control.

      We now know fat doesn’t make you fat. Complex carbohydrates and sugar make you fat–especially the highly processed white carbs and the high fructose corn syrup that’s in most processed foods. These are the convenience foods that fill the shelves of our grocery stores.

      Knowing why we get fat in the first place is the first step towards keeping the weight off. Plan Z takes a completely different approach to weight loss: we work on the body and the brain.

      Once dieters finish ZReduction, we work with them for another six weeks. We introduce them to a new way of eating that includes many delicious dishes to help them maintain their weight loss. Our dieters report that they can eat MORE than they used to eat before they started the diet. They just have to eat the right stuff.

      If you don’t believe us, here is what the latest research is saying:


      Response written by Zola:

      NO EXERCISE while you are losing weight.

      I think exercise is great. I think it’s important. Right now my exercise regimen includes regular yoga and weight lifting.

      What I will tell you though is we know two things about exercise. (Even the medical community will agree with me on this). Exercise will make you hungry and it will make you stronger. There are clear benefits.

      While you are on ZReduction your energy is going to be put into enjoying the dieting experience. People who are seriously overweight have a difficult time approaching exercise and they take a deep sigh of relief when I tell them they don’t have to exercise to lose weight.

      You are not going to lose muscle mass while you are on ZReduction. You’re only on it 50 days and if you don’t currently exercise, your lifestyle and routine are just going to remain the same. You ARE, however, going to lose fat.

      When you get to the ZReboot phase of the diet we are going to recommend you find an exercise program that suits your lifestyle. If you want to tighten up the loose bits left after losing the weight, you’re going to have to exercise to tighten it up. Some tightening will occur naturally during a process we call ‘reshaping’ but for the bigger issues you’ll have to do a targeted routine.

      To get stronger we are going to recommend you think about non-impact exercise. Things like yoga, pilates, weight lifting and more. Too much emphasis has been made surrounding exercises that tax your joints and your bones. There are plenty of things you can do that don’t wear out your skeleton. And they don’t all require a gym membership.

      They might want to take a long walk in the sunshine and even include speeding up their pace so they get a bit of heart benefit in an aerobic mode. Some get heavy into gardening and growing their own veggies. You can take walks in the woods and learn how to forage for wild mushrooms. There’s a lot more to life than your TV screen or your computer.

      The best part is when you get off a considerable amount of weight you FEEL like exercising. People say their joints don’t hurt as much. A whole world of activities opens up.

      Response written by Zola:

      There is no other diet company that has the same kind of guarantees that we do (at least not that I have found).

      In fact, we have two guarantees for Plan Z.

      The first one is our 100% Money Back Guarantee. If you sign up for Plan Z, get the materials, review them and decide this diet just won’t fit your lifestyle you can return everything and we will promptly refund your money. Please note that you may not use the ZR50 and then return the materials.

      Our 100% Money Back Guarantee allows you the opportunity to take the materials to your Health Care Professional for review if you want to. Health Care Professionals all over the country are beginning to recommend Plan Z. Some Health Care Professionals even have used Plan Z as their own weight loss plan. It’s catching on. In fact, it’s mushrooming.

      We are not one of those companies that publishes a return phone number that no one answers. Stay away from those folks. They just want your money and then they run.

      We have another unique guarantee. I call it the Skeptic’s Guarantee. Why? Because with all the hype in the diet industry I feel you have every right to be skeptical. My own skepticism slowed me down in starting this company because I did not want to be associated with all the charlatans that jump on board the diet industry wagon. I believe an educated and wary customer is a smart one.

      With the Skeptic Guarantee you’ll fill out a one page questionnaire so we can get to know your issues and why you might be skeptical. We just need to gather a starting evaluation point. Then you’ll pay for Plan Z and start.

      You will have 9 days during which YOU get to evaluate how well Plan Z is working for you. You’ll have a special coach who will help you get on a solid footing with the diet and that person will be there for the full nine days to answer questions and help you in whatever ways we can.

      At the end of Day 9 you’ll evaluate whether you feel you have lost a reasonable amount of weight on Plan Z. If the answer is yes, you’ll continue. If the answer is no, you’ll have the option to pack up everything and send it back. We’ll even pay the return postage. We’ll then give you all of your money back, minus $135. That means it will only have cost you $15 a day to see if we measure up. Please note that you may only use up to 2 bottles of the ZR50 during these 9 days. If you use additional bottles or fail to return the unused bottles, additional fees may apply.

      But I assure you we measure up. I can count the number of Skeptic Guarantee refunds I have given out without running out of fingers or toes. People love this diet.

      “You have blessed me beyond my wildest dreams. Since my mid 20’s my weight has been a yo-yo. To be fit took Spartan efforts or gimmicks. Your gift of sharing Plan Z has allowed me to first lose but then maintain using the Z Life methodology…. It’s like the reset button to start again in Z Life. It keeps hope alive and because I know it works, my confidence in my diet is resolved. You guys are the best.” – Dieter Chuck

      “I have lost the 20 lbs I wanted to and will look beautiful in my wedding dress…thanks to you bringing the Zola diet to me! Everyone is commenting on how great I look and I wanted to tell everyone about the Zola diet. I then realized that some are very “skeptical” about losing so much weight so fast and do not understand the whole theory. I am anxious to go into Z Reboot and then maintenance to prove to them that this is for real! A real way to reset my metabolism once and for all!” – Dieter Dede – the bride

      “The recipes are outstanding. I served them to guests and they didn’t know they were eating ‘diet food.’ I stuck with it and lost 20 pounds! I have not had this kind of success with ANY diet I’ve tried!” – Dieter Survey

      “Life saving, easy to do, food is absolutely delicious.” – Dieter Survey

      “I will continue to move to the healthy side of life and that I will be committed to living here. I owe it to myself, my husband, my kids, my siblings, and my future grand kids. I want to be around to enjoy them. And eating this way is not deprivation. It is glorious and beautiful. In fact, this weekend my sister and I made my parents the roast pork tenderloin with sun-dried tomato gravy and my mother proclaimed it ‘gourmet.'” – Dieter Diane

      “Love you” is not too strong. Thank you my friend. You have given me the life I always wanted to live. – Dieter Survey

      “I think us Zola dieters have so much in common…and we are just so thankful to have access to the [Plan Z by] Zola diet…I couldn’t have continued my weight loss or maintain any loss without this…I couldn’t ever totally change my ”mind” without this diet and I thank God for it every day!….Sometimes it’s just hard to find the words…the possibility of being able to meet your true ”goal” brings tears to my eyes…especially when people tell you it’s impossible…I never believed it…I always knew it was possible and had so much hope alive in myself. Thank you to the whole Zola team…I am on my 2nd reduction currently…day 23 and another 14.4 pounds down.” – Dieter Survey

      “I have to tell you – I am getting so excited for the next phase of my adventure – food has started to taste so amazing to me, and I am so excited to see how other things taste as I can add them back into my life. Plus, my daughter is learning such good examples by now having more fruit options in her life, and she is even trying a few of my veggies which she would NEVER do before – it is great!!! I love when I can make something that the whole family can enjoy – like sloppy joes and the mini meatloaves – amazing!!!” – Dieter Liz

      “The recipes are beyond fantastic…I have dieted and dieted and dieted so many times and I’m also a fan of positive thinking so I’m straddled between “is this really going to work?” and “OMG, is it possible I will NEVER have to think about my weight again?” Like if I could do that, there would be so much energy to put into other things…I have “only” 20# to lose, and I’ve done it before — a few times keeping it off for a year (which I viewed as a success). Isagenix, The Diet Center (in NY) and The French Diet which consisted of bootleg appetite suppressants flown in from Paris in a plain brown wrapper (can’t believe I did that). BUT after that diet I absolutely cannot take appetite suppressants anymore — makes me jerky, head spinning, dry mouthed. In my work, I have to think, negotiate, and do research — I can’t mess with my head. And voila! The Zola remedy (ZR50) is unrecognizable in my system. No change in mental gymnastics….The constant communication is also great. If you can anticipate what people are experiencing and clue them in — who wants solace? I want solutions! — Then you’re offering a great service above and beyond the typical diet. It’s a great education. Every day I’m prompted to read more and more. It would seem this is very scientific and a delicate balance to achieve. Carry on! I’m in!” – Dieter Barbara

      • Rolland Johnson, Chairman and CEO, Three Eagles Communications, former Chairman of Telecom. Dept., Indiana, Univ., rancher raising American Devon Milking cattle.
      • John Morgan, MRPharmS, RSHomeopathy, Founder and MD, Helios Homeopathic Pharmacy, Kent, England
      • Sverre Roang, Shareholder, Whyte Hirshboeck, Dudek S.C., Ranked in Chambers (2009-2013), JD, cum laude, Univ of WI, 1994.
      • Dr. Cliff Mauer, Practicing Partner, WholeHealth Chicago, Board Certified Chiropractic Physician and Integrative Medicine practitioner.
      • Jerry Freund, President, MidAmerican Printing Co. Chicago, IL, Entrepreneur.

      Send Zola a message, a question or a comment using the contact form above or email her directly at zola@planzdiet.com. They will go directly, and confidentially to her.

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