There’s no approved drug to treat Alzheimer’s. But your diet can play a crucial role in prevention. Reducing insulin resistance may be one of the most powerful ways to protect your brain. That’s where Metabolic Engineering® comes in. In this episode, join Mary Perry and me to learn how this groundbreaking dietary approach can help lower your risk o…

Ultra-processed foods often get a bad rap—and for good reason. But what if we could re-engineer foods we love—like pasta, bread, and pastries—to not only keep their nutrients intact but also activate natural pathways that reduce hunger and inflammation caused by obesity? Well, we can. It’s called Zone Foods, and it’s not science fiction—it’s scienc…

GLP-1 drugs are often hailed as ‘miracle treatments’. But what makes them effective isn’t magic; it’s the activation of AMPK. This same metabolic pathway can be naturally activated through diet. Dr. Barry Sears and Maruy Perry dive into how this works and why AMPK might be the key to unlocking better health with less of a need for medication.…

How old are you, really? While your chronological age is just a number, your biological age reveals the true state of your body’s health. In this episode of the Wellness Zone, Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry explore the intriguing science of epigenetics—what switches our genes on or off—and how it impacts aging.…

In this episode of The Wellness Zone podcast, Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry break down how your metabolism plays a key role in not just living longer, but living better. Tune in to discover the science behind improving your quality of life, and how small changes today can set you up for a healthier future.…

In this episode of the Wellness Zone Podcast, Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry, Director of Clinical Trials, explain the three stages of Metabolic Engineering, using a rocket analogy to break it down. Stage one is a calorie-restricted diet, like the Zone diet, to activate AMPK. Stage two involves omega-3s to reduce inflammation, and stage three intro…

From ancient willow bark to modern aspirin, all the way to today’s GLP-1, we'll explore how these mighty remedies have evolved. And guess what? They all share a secret superpower: activating AMPK!By DrBarrySears

When you think of menopause, diet might not be the first thing that comes to mind—but it should be. The symptoms of menopause are deeply intertwined with the metabolic shifts occurring in your body.By DrBarrySears

Today, we’re diving into a groundbreaking topic—Managing ADHD with Metabolic Engineering. While Metabolic Engineering isn’t a cure for ADHD, it can significantly enhance the effectiveness of ADHD medications. How? Both Metabolic Engineering and these medications activate a key enzyme called AMPK. When AMPK is activated, your brain’s neurotransmitte…

AGEs are Advanced Glycated Endproducts. AGEs are bad for your health because they contribute to oxidative stress and inflammation, both key factors in the aging process and the development of various chronic diseases.By DrBarrySears

Welcome to another episode of the Wellness Zone Podcast with Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry. This week we delve into a groundbreaking study that reveals how GLP-1 drugs—those new weight loss and diabetes injectables—may have the potential to turn off cancer cells. But your diet may provide the same results.…

Recent studies have asked, "What's the best way to lose weight?" Is it through weight loss drugs like Ozempic? A low-calorie, high-protein diet? Or is it a combination of both? The answer may surprise you.By DrBarrySears

A recent study looked at the effect of a long-term ketogenic diet on inflammation and senescent cells (zombie cells). Here's what they found.By DrBarrySears

Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry discuss how your metabolism is far more important than a multivitamin pill.By DrBarrySears

Are new weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy helping America's Obesity crisis? Or are they causing more harm? Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry discuss the issue on this week's Wellness Zone podcastBy DrBarrySears

Welcome to the latest episode of the Wellness Zone Podcast! Join Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry as they delve into the recent studies casting doubt on the link between Omega-3 fish oil and stroke or heart disease. Get ready to separate fact from fiction – is there a genuine risk, or is it all rubbish? Tune in to find out!…

Welcome to The Wellness Zone Podcast with Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry. This week's topic: Intermittent Fasting.By DrBarrySears

Welcome to The Wellness Zone Podcast with Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry. This week's topic: Is a Ketogenic Diet better for you than following the Zone Diet?By DrBarrySears

Welcome to The Wellness Zone Podcast with Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry. This week's topic: The Outbreak of Ozempic.By DrBarrySears

Welcome to The Wellness Zone Podcast with Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry. This week's topic: The Future of Weight Loss Drugs and Obesity.By DrBarrySears

Treating Depression is extremely complex, especially with patients with chronic inflammation, who may experience more severe symptoms. Addressing inflammation through an anti-inflammatory diet could enhance the effectiveness of depression medication.By DrBarrySears

This week on the Wellness Zone Podcast with Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry: Most prescription drugs we use today only treat the symptoms and not the underlying cause. A proper diet and an efficient metabolism are better at dealing with the root of chronic disease—and can help make prescription drugs work better.…

This week in the Wellness Zone Podcast with Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry, we're examining what's true when it comes to drug and pharmaceutical advertising. How well do these drugs ACTUALLY work? And how to factor in "Number Needed To Treat".By DrBarrySears

Welcome to the Wellness Zone Podcast, featuring Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry. This week they discuss obesity in America, and how it affects our healthcare system.By DrBarrySears

This week on The Wellness Zone Podcast, Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry look at the metabolic pros and cons of fruit and vegetables. What's healthier for you?By DrBarrySears

The key to growing old successfully is aging at a biological rate slower than your chronological age. To do that, your metabolism has to be working at peak efficiency. How do I make my metabolism as efficient as possible? What drug do I use? There's no drug, but there is one proven technology. It's called calorie restriction. “Well, that means I'm …

This week on The Wellness Zone Podcast, Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry discuss how you can measure your levels of Insulin Resistance to determine how well you are.By DrBarrySears

Episode 7 of The Wellness Zone podcast with Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry. This week's topic: Understanding Metabolic EngineeringBy DrBarrySears

Hosts Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry discuss senescent Cells, otherwise known as Zombie cells. Learn more and join our community at DrSears.comBy DrBarrySears

Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry explain Satiety and how to restrict your caloric intake without always feeling hungry, tired, and irritable—the natural way.By DrBarrySears

Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry define what Wellness is, and how to maintain wellness for a lifetime.By DrBarrySears