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Zenos Health Summit Debuts in Diriyah, Showcasing Saudi Arabia’s Leadership in Wellness and Longevity

Diriyah – The first Zenos Health Summit kicked off this week in historic Diriyah, marking a milestone for the Kingdom’s growing focus on health innovation and wellness.

The three-day event welcomed over 50 experts in biohacking, integrative medicine, and performance wellness, offering insights into cutting-edge approaches for longevity and peak human performance.

The summit aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Health Sector Transformation Program and the Quality of Life Program, reflecting the nation’s commitment to holistic wellbeing.

Participants explored how medtech and biotech innovations are creating new opportunities for individuals and businesses alike, enhancing both local and international health initiatives.

Keynote speakers, including Gary Brecka, founder of “The Ultimate Human” podcast, praised the Kingdom’s dedication to health optimization.

He highlighted Saudi Arabia’s commitment to enabling people not just to heal, but to thrive, emphasizing longevity and bio-optimization as central themes of the summit.

Zenos Health, founded in 2024 by brothers Mazen and Marwan Karnaby, shared their mission to challenge conventional approaches to aging and empower individuals to take control of their health.

Their personal journey, sparked by Mazen’s melanoma diagnosis, inspired a vision of science-backed wellness solutions that prioritize balance, vitality, and mindful living.

The summit featured booths from local and international vendors, offering insights, products, and wellness solutions.

Saudi entrepreneurs, including Marriam Mossalli, co-founder of Powder Beauty, highlighted the value of combining traditional knowledge with modern wellness practices, creating opportunities to share Saudi heritage globally.

Prominent experts such as Dr. Mark Hyman of the Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Walid Fitaihi, Dr. Vonda Wright, Dr. Amy Shah, and Ben Azadi contributed to panels on integrative medicine, nutrition, and metabolic health.

Their presentations emphasized preventive and personalized approaches to wellness, reflecting a global movement toward holistic health.

Nutrition and women’s wellness specialists Cynthia Thurlow and Courtney Swan highlighted the role of food, lifestyle, and daily habits in sustaining long-term vitality.

Their sessions showcased how small, science-backed changes can dramatically improve health outcomes and quality of life.

The Zenos Health Summit successfully positioned Saudi Arabia as a hub for health innovation, fostering international collaboration and knowledge exchange.

By combining local traditions with global expertise, the event demonstrated the Kingdom’s leadership in wellness, longevity, and integrative medicine.

Participants left the summit inspired by the opportunities to advance personal and public health, underscoring Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in shaping the future of global wellness.