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Barry Sears
Founder & President, Zone Labs
Barry Sears is a prominent figure in the field of nutrition and health, best known as the creator of The Zone Diet. Here's an overview of his background and accomplishments:
Education and Expertise
Barry Sears holds a Ph.D. in Biological Chemistry from Indiana University and an A.B. in Chemistry from Occidental College.1 He is a renowned expert in the dietary control of hormonal response and inflammation.1
Career Highlights
- Founder and President of ZoneLabs, Inc.: Established in 1999 to develop dietary products based on his research.4
- Author: He has written several New York Times best-selling books on The Zone Diet, including "The Zone," "Mastering the Zone," and "Zone Meals in Seconds".2
- Researcher: Sears has authored over 50 scientific publications and holds 14 US patents in areas such as drug delivery technology for cancer treatment, cardiovascular disease treatment, and insulin resistance reduction.3
The Zone Diet
Sears developed The Zone Diet, which focuses on the impact of diet on hormonal response, inflammation, and genetic expression. His first book, "The Zone: A Dietary Road Map," published in 1995, became a #1 New York Times bestseller and sold over 2 million copies.2
Other Roles
- President of Surfactant Technologies, Inc. (1992)
- President of MedWell Foods, Inc. (2006)
- President of Eico Labs, Inc. (2014)1
Current Work
Dr. Sears continues his research as the president of the non-profit Inflammation Research Foundation in Peabody, Massachusetts.2 He also holds academic appointments at the University of Miami Medical School, Arizona State University, and the University of Cartagena in Colombia.3
Barry Sears has made significant contributions to the understanding of nutrition's role in inflammation, metabolic health, and chronic disease prevention, establishing himself as a leading authority in these fields.
