Dr. Rick's Insights

The Iron-Copper Paradox: Solving Hidden Mineral Imbalances Introduction Minerals are the unsung heroes of human health. Yet, the delicate balance between iron and copper is often misunderstood, leading to hidden health issues. This article dives deep into the iron-copper paradox, explaining why ferritin is misleading and how to achieve true mineral balance. To learn more, head over the the MLP formulary or learn about Dr. Cohen's adaption of the RCP or root cause protocol, Understanding the Basics: Iron and Copper Iron and copper are two essential minerals with unique but interconnected roles in the body. Iron is crucial for oxygen...

CO₂ and Redox-Respiratory Mastery: Elevating Health Through Mitochondrial Vitality Introduction In the pursuit of optimal health, the balance between CO₂ management, redox status, and respiratory efficiency offers a powerful lens for assessing metabolic health, cellular energy, and overall resilience. This approach goes beyond conventional lab markers, leveraging bicarbonate, anion gap, lactate, and breath metrics to reveal insights into your body’s true metabolic efficiency. Understanding the Redox-Respiratory Connection Redox status and respiratory function are tightly linked in cellular health. The term "redox" refers to the balance between oxidation (loss of electrons) and reduction (gain of electrons) in your cells. This balance...

The Power of Circadian Synchronization: Why Light and Darkness Matter Introduction In a world of artificial light, digital distractions, and constant connectivity, our ancient biological rhythms have never been more disrupted. Yet, these natural cycles — known as circadian rhythms — are fundamental to our health and longevity. Circadian synchronization is the art and science of aligning our daily behaviors with the body’s natural biological clock. This alignment can profoundly impact our sleep, energy, metabolism, hormonal balance, and even our lifespan. Understanding Circadian Rhythms Circadian rhythms are roughly 24-hour cycles that regulate various physiological processes, including sleep-wake cycles, hormone release,...

Low GGT, High Risk? What Your 'Normal' Lab Results Might Be Hiding Let’s make one thing clear: “normal” lab results do not equal optimal health. In fact, many people with “normal” panels still feel exhausted, inflamed, foggy, or stuck — because conventional reference ranges don’t catch mitochondrial breakdown, redox dysfunction, or subtle signs of all-cause risk. Case in point? A tiny, misunderstood liver enzyme called GGT (gamma-glutamyl transferase). 🔍 What Is GGT and Why It Matters GGT helps recycle glutathione — your body’s master antioxidant — and plays a direct role in phase 2 liver detox. It’s also a proxy...