The Wellness Zone Podcast

GLP-1 Drugs and AMPK Activation

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.

Biological vs Chronological Aging

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.

Expanding Lifespan & Increasing Healthspan

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.

The Three Stages of Metabolic Engineering

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 introduces polyphenols to ensure a smooth transition to the Zone. Together, these stages set you on the path to a longer, healthier life.

The History of Wonder Drugs

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!

Menopause And The Diet

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.

Managing ADHD with Metabolic Engineering

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 neurotransmitters can perform at their best, leading to better focus and control. Tune in to learn how you can optimize your brain health and improve your ADHD management.

AGEs, Chronic Disease, and Aging: What’s The Connection?

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.

Cancer & Your Metabolism

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.

The Best Way To Lose Weight?

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.