### Who is Robert Pritikin? Robert Pritikin is the director of the Pritikin Longevity Center & Spa. He has a background in biology and business, with degrees from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and UCLA. He has dedicated his life to helping people overcome serious health issues, including heart disease and diabetes, through lifestyle changes involving diet and exercise. ### Contributions to Diabetes Management In the mid-1970s, Robert Pritikin conducted the first clinical trial of the Pritikin Program, which was created by his father, Nathan Pritikin. This program focuses on preventing and treating cardiovascular-related illnesses through lifestyle changes. The trial showed positive results, leading to the establishment of the first Pritikin Longevity Center in 1976. Since then, over 65 studies published in reputable journals like The New England Journal of Medicine and Diabetes Care have documented the program's effectiveness in improving risk factors such as blood sugar and insulin levels in patients. Robert Pritikin is also an enthusiastic educator and has written several best-selling books on nutrition and exercise, helping people maintain healthy habits in everyday life. ### Educational Efforts Robert Pritikin teaches various classes at the Pritikin Longevity Center in Aventura, Florida. He offers practical solutions for maintaining healthy habits while traveling, socializing, and dining out, making it easier for people to manage their diabetes and other health conditions in real-world situations.