Chronic Stress and Inflammation: The Key Role of AMPK
Over 75% of Americans report symptoms of stress. So, what exactly is stress biochemically, and more importantly, how can you reduce it? Stress is the…
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What Really Causes AFib?
Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is the most common form of cardiac arrhythmia. It is known that Afib is associated with an increased risk of stroke, heart failure,…
Read MoreHow AMPK Activation Can Help Prevent Long COVID-19
It has been nearly five years since COVID-19 first appeared. However, for many, the consequences of initial infection remain with them for years. About 7 percent…
Read MoreWant To Live Longer? Try Following Metabolic Engineering®.
Calorie restriction is the only proven way to extend lifespan. More importantly, it is also the best way to extend your healthspan, which is defined as…
Read MoreHow Metabolic Engineering® Reduces Inflammation
Inflammation is a crucial component of our metabolism that keeps us alive. It is our initial defense against microbial invasion or physical injury. However, unless we turn…
Read MoreDo Omega-3 Supplements Increase the Risk of A-Fib?
The answer is no, and maybe yes. Before I explain that seemingly cryptic answer, let me explain what Afib is. Afib is an abbreviation for atrial…
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 MoreUnderstanding Wellness: Simple Blood Tests That Measure Your Health
Wellness is a medical condition, just like diabetes, heart disease, or any other chronic condition. What links wellness with chronic disease is your current state of…
Read MoreThe Zone Diet and Brain Health: How to Fuel Peak Mental Performance
Your brain runs on energy—and if it’s not getting enough, it simply can’t function at full capacity. In this video, Dr. Barry Sears explains how brain…
Read MoreCan You Take Too Much Omega-3 or Polyphenols?
Are you worried about overdoing it with omega-3s or polyphenols? In this video, Dr. Barry Sears breaks down a common question: Can you take too much?…
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 MoreThe History of Fish Oil: From Ancient Remedy to Modern Super Supplement
Long before fish oil became a supplement aisle favorite, it was prized by ancient civilizations for its powerful health benefits. From the fermented fish sauces of…
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