Dr. Rick's Insights

Dr. Rick Cohen's Expert Guide to Evidence-Based Health Optimization In this comprehensive guide, renowned medical expert Dr. Rick Cohen from Duke University and PureClean Performance CEO shares science-backed insights on four critical areas of health that affect millions: blood pressure management, diabetes control, cognitive function, and athletic performance. His analysis cuts through marketing hype to deliver practical, evidence-based recommendations. 1. Blood Pressure: Beyond Medication High blood pressure affects nearly half of American adults, yet many remain unaware of natural approaches that can complement or sometimes replace pharmaceutical interventions. What Actually Works: Beetroot powder: Clinical studies demonstrate that dietary nitrates in...

The Nature of Color: Beyond Perception Exploring the relationship between light wavelengths, biological responses, and information theory. The Origins of Eye Color Our conversation begins with a discussion about eye colors, particularly noting that blue eyes can be traced back to a common ancestor in Asia approximately 10,000 years ago. This observation is supported by genetic research suggesting that all blue-eyed individuals today may share a common ancestor who lived 6,000-10,000 years ago and had a genetic mutation affecting the OCA2 gene, which regulates melanin production in the iris. The Contrasting Effects of Red and Blue Light Why does red...

Daylight Savings Time (DST) is indeed a controversial practice that affects millions of people worldwide. This biannual clock adjustment has far-reaching implications on our health, productivity, and society as a whole. Let's delve deeper into this complex issue and explore its various facets. The History and Origins of Daylight Savings Time DST was first proposed by Benjamin Franklin in 1784, albeit somewhat jokingly, as a way to save candles. However, it wasn't until World War I that the practice was widely adopted as a means to conserve coal during wartime. The idea was to align waking hours more closely with...

Beetroot for Managing Diabetes: A Natural Ally for Blood Sugar Control Beetroot is one of Dr. Rick Cohen's favorite superfoods, a vibrant root vegetable packed with essential nutrients, has gained attention for its potential role in managing diabetes. Scientific studies suggest that beetroot consumption may directly exhibit antidiabetic effects by inhibiting carbohydrate-digesting enzymes, potentially slowing glucose absorption and helping regulate blood sugar levels. How Beetroot Helps Manage Diabetes 1. Inhibits Carbohydrate-Digesting Enzymes Beetroot contains bioactive compounds that may help inhibit enzymes like α-amylase and α-glucosidase, which break down carbohydrates into sugars. By slowing this process, beetroot can reduce post-meal blood sugar...