Ask Dr. Sears: Is the Zone Diet Still Ahead of Its Time?
Before I introduced the Zone diet in 1995, dietary advice was essentially like a Miller Lite commercial. On one side, you had those screaming that fat makes…
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The Dark Side of GLP-1 Drugs (and Why Metabolic Engineering is Better)
GLP-1 drugs restrict calorie intake, leading to rapid metabolic benefits. So does Metabolic Engineering®. The critical question is whether those benefits can be sustained long-term without…
Read MoreHow Long Can a Person Fast?
The human body is very fragile. You can go without breathing for about three minutes. You can go without water for about three days. Beyond those…
Read MoreNY Times on Sugar: Here’s What They Missed
Last year, the NY Times had an article entitled This Is Your Body on Sugar (1). I thought this might be a good time to…
Read MoreAsk Dr. Sears: Everything You Wanted to Know About HbA1c (But Didn’t Want to Google)
A major women’s magazine recently asked me some questions on HbA1c. Here are my answers: Why is HbA1C an important metric for blood sugar control? What…
Read MoreNot Just Protein: The Critical Role of Fiber in Fat Loss
Protein gets all the hype—but are you overlooking the real secret to weight loss? In this video, Dr. Barry Sears breaks down the powerful combination of…
Read MoreHow Much Protein Should You Eat to Lose Weight?
When it comes to weight loss, most people are asking the wrong question. It’s not “How much protein do I need to lose weight?” — it’s…
Read MoreCan Alcohol Cause Panic Attacks?
If you’re prone to anxiety, the answer might surprise you. In this video, Dr. Barry Sears explains the science behind how alcohol interacts with your brain’s…
Read MoreIs Excessive Sleepiness a Warning Sign of Dementia?
As we age, many of us start to worry about dementia and look for early warning signs—like unusual fatigue or excessive sleepiness. But could constant drowsiness…
Read MoreWhy Protein Balance—Not Supplements—Builds Real Muscle
Think amino acid supplements are the key to building muscle? Not so fast. In this short, Dr. Barry Sears breaks down the truth about leucine, mTOR,…
Read MoreSleep, Creatine, and Your Metabolism
Rough night’s sleep? Before you reach for a supplement, hear this. Dr. Barry Sears explains why creatine might help—but why it’s no match for the real…
Read MoreGLP-1 Drugs vs. The Zone Diet: Which Reduces Inflammation Faster?
Can the Zone Diet reduce inflammation faster than popular weight loss injections? The answer might surprise you. While GLP-1 drugs can lower inflammation by reducing calorie…
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