The Wellness Zone Podcast

The Complexities of Measuring Body Fat

Body fat—not BMI—is the true predictor of your risk for heart disease and early death. In this episode, Dr. Barry Sears explains why BMI often gets it wrong and introduces a better at-home solution: the Body Fat Calculator at ZoneLiving.com.

The Future Of Fish Oil

Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry discuss Supercritical Fluid Technology, one of the most advanced and innovative manufacturing techniques in the omega-3 industry.

30 Years of The Zone: The Science That Changed Nutrition

It’s been 30 years since The Zone changed the way we think about food, health, and inflammation. In this special Wellness Zone podcast, Dr. Barry Sears looks back on the origins of The Zone—from its unlikely start inspired by the 1982 Nobel Prize in Medicine to its rise as one of the first diet books to bring hard science into the mainstream. Plus, discover why The Zone is more relevant today than ever before, as chronic disease, metabolic disorders, and inflammation continue to rise.

Can the Zone Diet Help Reverse Type 2 Diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes affects nearly 38 million Americans, and nearly 100 million adults are prediabetic. In this episode of the Wellness Zone podcast, Dr. Barry Sears breaks down the growing diabetes epidemic and the staggering toll it’s taking on our healthcare system—and how the Zone diet can help.

The History of Fish Oil: From Ancient Remedy to Modern Super Supplement

In this episode of The Wellness Zone, Dr. Barry Sears takes you on a fascinating journey through the history of fish oil—from 18th-century transatlantic cod trade to the Norwegian innovations that transformed the industry. You’ll even hear why kids in the early 1900s were force-fed spoonfuls of cod liver oil before leaving the house—and how that tablespoon delivered 25 times more omega-3s than the average American gets today.

How Poor Sleep Wrecks Your Metabolism (and How to Fix It)

When you’re awake, your body faces constant wear and tear. Sleep, however, is your body’s prime time for repair, resetting your metabolic processes and preparing you for the challenges of the day. Join Dr. Barry Sears and Mary Perry as they explore the critical connection between sleep quality and metabolic health. 

Polyphenols Explained: How They Affect Your Genes and Health

Polyphenols do more than just give fruits and vegetables their vibrant colors—they have the potential to influence your genes. That’s right, the food you eat can literally turn certain genes on or off. But how does this work? It all comes down to AMPK, the master regulator of metabolism.

The Science of Athletic Performance: How Energy, Focus & Metabolism Shape Success

The Metabolic Way to Improve Athletic Performance | Dr. Barry Sears
What’s the secret to peak athletic performance? It all comes down to two key factors: energy production and focus.
Join Dr. Barry Sears as he explains how Metabolic Engineering can give athletes the edge they need to perform at their

Can You Control Addictive Behavior with Diet?

GLP-1 drugs are now being used to treat addiction. But while GLP-1 drugs can be powerful, they come with serious side effects. The good news? You can achieve similar benefits naturally through Metabolic Engineering®, which is also based on calorie restriction—but designed for long-term health.

Microplastics Are Everywhere—And They Might Be Destroying Your Brain

From the water you drink to the food you eat, these tiny plastic particles are nearly impossible to avoid. Tune in to learn what you can do to minimize your exposure and protect your health—plus how all this relates back to your metabolism.