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== Older People Need Support ==

== Older People Need Support ==

When health is our companion, the latter years of our living can be joyful years, indeed. The major challenges of life have been met. These should be the years of new adven-

When health is our companion, the latter years of our living can be joyful years, indeed. The major challenges of life have been met. These should be the years of new adventure. However, if we are old and sick and filled with doubts about tomorrow, as so many of our elderly friends are, then we have a tendency to accept defeat before we should, largely because we are without family or friends to provide encouraging loving support.

 

ture. However, if we are old and sick and filled with doubts about tomorrow, as so many of our elderly friends are, then we have a tendency to accept defeat before we should, largely because we are without family or friends to provide encouraging loving support.

Every living person has the marvelous gift of vital force, some more, some less. But, whatever the amount, it gives opportunity, an opportunity to create, to accomplish, to give a part of one’s self back to the world in exchange for the gift. This is true of the elderly ones as well as of the younger members of society. While life remains, there is also potential. When older people are taught how to live according to Hygienic principles, they often become enthusiastic, moreso than they were for years, and begin to share their rich experiences with us and with others, to the enrichment of all.

Every living person has the marvelous gift of vital force, some more, some less. But, whatever the amount, it gives opportunity, an opportunity to create, to accomplish, to give a part of one’s self back to the world in exchange for the gift. This is true of the elderly ones as well as of the younger members of society. While life remains, there is also potential. When older people are taught how to live according to Hygienic principles, they often become enthusiastic, moreso than they were for years, and begin to share their rich experiences with us and with others, to the enrichment of all.

This wonderful friend recently celebrated his 97th birthday. To celebrate he went for a medical examination. The examining physician shook his head in wonder and told our friend, “The only thing we can find wrong with you is a little edema in your ankles. Other than that, you are fine!”

This wonderful friend recently celebrated his 97th birthday. To celebrate he went for a medical examination. The examining physician shook his head in wonder and told our friend, “The only thing we can find wrong with you is a little edema in your ankles. Other than that, you are fine!”

Was the old man content? After all, what’s a little edema? We see that sort of thing all around us, don’t we? No! He was not content. Our friend, you see, is a very determined man. He announced in a firm voice, “I will now give up bread!” We all sat back

Was the old man content? After all, what’s a little edema? We see that sort of thing all around us, don’t we? No! He was not content. Our friend, you see, is a very determined man. He announced in a firm voice, “I will now give up bread!” We all sat back in astonishment. His brother had been trying to get him to give up bread from the very beginning, but to no avail. You see, he wasn’t ready yet. But now he had made up his own mind: “No more bread!”

 

in astonishment. His brother had been trying to get him to give up bread from the very beginning, but to no avail. You see, he wasn’t ready yet. But now he had made up his own mind: “No more bread!”

There is a lesson for all Hygienists to learn here, perhaps several. Sometimes the greatest gift we can give is the gift of hope and especially when it is given to the elderly ones in love. This is the gift that both directs and inspires. It is easy, of course, to present a plan of action; it takes love to inspire performance. Our 93-year-old friend also gives us another lesson: in working with our older clients, in addition to having the knowledge of what to do and the ability to offer love and support, we are also required to have patience.

There is a lesson for all Hygienists to learn here, perhaps several. Sometimes the greatest gift we can give is the gift of hope and especially when it is given to the elderly ones in love. This is the gift that both directs and inspires. It is easy, of course, to present a plan of action; it takes love to inspire performance. Our 93-year-old friend also gives us another lesson: in working with our older clients, in addition to having the knowledge of what to do and the ability to offer love and support, we are also required to have patience.

== The Path We Travel ==

== The Path We Travel ==

With very few exceptions all of us are born capable of achieving a far greater potential in all areas of life than most persons presently achieve. Certainly most of us desire to be happy in our old age and yet we are surrounded by a host of unhappy people, people who are filled with disease and despair. Most of us have a deep inner yearning to achieve something of real worth before we depart from this life but, obviously, few ever come close to a full realization of their earlier dreams.

With very few exceptions all of us are born capable of achieving a far greater potential in all areas of life than most persons presently achieve. Certainly most of us desire to be happy in our old age and yet we are surrounded by a host of unhappy people, people who are filled with disease and despair. Most of us have a deep inner yearning to achieve something of real worth before we depart from this life but, obviously, few ever come close to a full realization of their earlier dreams.

There is no doubt that man’s most inner urge is, above all things, to be happy, to be wanted, to be recognized as a person, and, of course, to be healthy, but when we become elderly, we rarely are privileged to experience such emotional and spiritual nourishment even though it is as essential to life as physical nourishment. Indeed, the full acceptance of nutrients is impossible when we remain emotionally and spiritually vacant.

There is no doubt that man’s most inner urge is, above all things, to be happy, to be wanted, to be recognized as a person, and, of course, to be healthy, but when we become elderly, we rarely are privileged to experience such emotional and spiritual nourishment even though it is as essential to life as physical nourishment. Indeed, the full acceptance of nutrients is impossible when we remain emotionally and spiritually vacant.

83.3.1 The Nine Stages of Life

=== The Nine Stages of Life ===

 

We first began researching the aging process years ago. Interestingly enough, we began to distinguish nine fairly distinct stages in the average life course. We observed also that these stages had similarities as well as readily distinguishable differences. For example, certain stresses are more or less peculiar to adolescents, as was seen in Lesson 82, and yet these same stresses are perhaps of little concern in other stages.

We first began researching the aging process years ago. Interestingly enough, we began to distinguish nine fairly distinct stages in the average life course. We observed also that these stages had similarities as well as readily distinguishable differences. For example, certain stresses are more or less peculiar to adolescents, as was seen in Lesson 82, and yet these same stresses are perhaps of little concern in other stages.

In Lesson 80 we noted that the family unit, as traditionally constituted, is undergoing change. However, we must recognize, especially as we look forward to the problems of the elderly, that the long range results of these changes, whatever they may turn out to be and however they may have been created, have yet to be evaluated. The evidence that is already “in,” seems to indicate that the effects may be long-reaching and profoundly negative in kind. Many elderly clients are often greatly troubled by the fact that young children are being neglected by their parents and also by the fact that they themselves have apparently become almost “non-people” in the eyes of their children.

In Lesson 80 we noted that the family unit, as traditionally constituted, is undergoing change. However, we must recognize, especially as we look forward to the problems of the elderly, that the long range results of these changes, whatever they may turn out to be and however they may have been created, have yet to be evaluated. The evidence that is already “in,” seems to indicate that the effects may be long-reaching and profoundly negative in kind. Many elderly clients are often greatly troubled by the fact that young children are being neglected by their parents and also by the fact that they themselves have apparently become almost “non-people” in the eyes of their children.

The Types of Disease Commonly Experienced in Stage One:

'''The Types of Disease Commonly Experienced in Stage One:'''

* Acute: Chicken-pox, measles, eruptive fevers of all kinds, poliomyelitis and similar “self-limiting” diseases.

 

* “Allergies”: Rashes, itches, various nasal and lung catarrhal disorders which may or may not exhibit periodicity, coming and going at intervals.

# Acute: Chicken-pox, measles, eruptive fevers of all kinds, poliomyelitis and similar “self-limiting” diseases.

* Others: Frequent colds, tonsilitis, glandular swellings, pinworms and other fungus infections. (Don’t forget, pinworms find a happy home in catarrhal victims!). Leukemia is the No. 1 killer of young children. Digestive disturbances, including diarrhea and/or constipation, infant colic and irritability.

# “Allergies”: Rashes, itches, various nasal and lung catarrhal disorders which may or may not exhibit periodicity, coming and going at intervals.

The State of Health Observed in Children is Determined by:

# Others: Frequent colds, tonsillitis, glandular swellings, pinworms and other fungus infections. (Don’t forget, pinworms find a happy home in catarrhal victims!). Leukemia is the No. 1 killer of young children. Digestive disturbances, including diarrhea and/or constipation, infant colic and irritability.

 

'''The State of Health Observed in Children is Determined by:'''

 

# Inherited Diathesis—the child’s legacy from generations of ancestors which have preceded him for hundreds of thousands of years; includes health of parents at conception.

# Inherited Diathesis—the child’s legacy from generations of ancestors which have preceded him for hundreds of thousands of years; includes health of parents at conception.

# The health and care of the mother during the prenatal period.

# The health and care of the mother during the prenatal period.

# The care and feeding of the child following birth including,amongotherthings,thefol lowing:

# The care and feeding of the child following birth including,amongotherthings,thefol lowing:

1. The emotional environment and experiences.

'''The emotional environment and experiences.'''

 

# Physical care and nurture including protection from violence.

# Physical care and nurture including protection from violence.

# Kind, quantity and frequency of feedings.

# Kind, quantity and frequency of feedings.

The Most Common Errors Made In Child Care:

'''The Most Common Errors Made In Child Care:'''

# Overnutrition—Feeding too much food and/or feeding too frequently.

# Overnutrition—Feeding too much food and/or feeding too frequently.

# Poor Nutrition—Inability to nurse the infant. Poor quality food or too little food.

# Poor Nutrition—Inability to nurse the infant. Poor quality food or too little food.

In Lesson 82 we discussed the adolescent and Hygienic living and noted that this period of life is a period of transition from childhood to adulthood, one which begins with a more or less complete dependence upon others and evolves into a state of emerging independence.

In Lesson 82 we discussed the adolescent and Hygienic living and noted that this period of life is a period of transition from childhood to adulthood, one which begins with a more or less complete dependence upon others and evolves into a state of emerging independence.

We wish to call your attention to the bodily and health changes that gradually take place during this transition period, these changes illustrating, in many cases, the beginning of disorders which will trouble the elderly, but to a far greater degree. It is in these early years that we witness the alpha, beginning phases in the biological evolution which results, finally, in the elderly individuals as the omega, of life, when catastrophic diseases begin to take an ever-accelerating toll. When the foundation is faulty, the structure will eventually give away. The Types of Disease Commonly Experienced in Stage Two:

We wish to call your attention to the bodily and health changes that gradually take place during this transition period, these changes illustrating, in many cases, the beginning of disorders which will trouble the elderly, but to a far greater degree. It is in these early years that we witness the alpha, beginning phases in the biological evolution which results, finally, in the elderly individuals as the omega, of life, when catastrophic diseases begin to take an ever-accelerating toll. When the foundation is faulty, the structure will eventually give away.

* Acute: Note that the acute diseases of childhood become less frequent but other kinds of disorders develop, such as: Sinusitis, hay fever, bronchitis and various other kinds of catarrhal involvements: frequent colds, influenza, etc.

 

* DigestiveDisturbancesincludingdiarrhea,constipation,colitis,appendicitis,andulcers. (Notice how the seriousness of the conditions is increasing.)

'''The Types of Disease Commonly Experienced in Stage Two:'''

* NewDisordersnowoftenappear:rheumaticdisordersincludingneuritisandinflammation of the joints. (So-called “growing pains.” Growth actually produces no pain. These pains are due to the increasing toxemia.)

 

* Eye Deterioration.

# Acute: Note that the acute diseases of childhood become less frequent but other kinds of disorders develop, such as: Sinusitis, hay fever, bronchitis and various other kinds of catarrhal involvements: frequent colds, influenza, etc.

* Acne, boils, pimples, eczema or similar skin eruptions.

# DigestiveDisturbancesincludingdiarrhea,constipation,colitis,appendicitis,andulcers. (Notice how the seriousness of the conditions is increasing.)

* Mouth and body odors that prove annoying. In females, menstrual disorders: irregular menses, painful menses, vaginal discharges, edema, depression before and during period—the PMS or the Premenstrual Syndrome.

# NewDisordersnowoftenappear:rheumaticdisordersincludingneuritisandinflammation of the joints. (So-called “growing pains.” Growth actually produces no pain. These pains are due to the increasing toxemia.)

The State of Health Observed in Stage Two is Determined by:

# Eye Deterioration.

# Acne, boils, pimples, eczema or similar skin eruptions.

# Mouth and body odors that prove annoying. In females, menstrual disorders: irregular menses, painful menses, vaginal discharges, edema, depression before and during period—the PMS or the Premenstrual Syndrome.

 

'''The State of Health Observed in Stage Two is Determined by:'''

# All those cited in Stage One, plus the following:

# All those cited in Stage One, plus the following:

# The number, kind and frequency of physiological insults experienced during this stage in the life cycle: Emotional insults, poison insults (both exogenous and endogenous), Deficiencies, (either in lifestyle or in nutrition) and Excess insults (either in lifestyle or in nutrition); or a combination of these.

# The number, kind and frequency of physiological insults experienced during this stage in the life cycle: Emotional insults, poison insults (both exogenous and endogenous), Deficiencies, (either in lifestyle or in nutrition) and Excess insults (either in lifestyle or in nutrition); or a combination of these.

The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Two are:

'''The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Two are:'''

# Overnutrition—the “Eat All You Can” Syndrome.

# Overnutrition—the “Eat All You Can” Syndrome.

# Poor nutrition.

# Poor nutrition.

Educational goals are usually achieved somewhere in this time frame and a wide divergence in aims and aspirations in life appear. Whether or not these are successfully consummated during the generally productive years of the twenties will certainly have a very noticeable influence following retirement, as we will soon see. In fact, it will color an older person’s complete attitude toward life and living. It may also determine his health status. But, for now, the overall attitude among this age group can perhaps best be expressed in the words of a popular song: “Kiss Today goodbye. Point me towards Tomorrow!” To the 25-year-old the future is there to be conquered and he has no doubt that he will conquer it! Health maintenance is generally a matter of major concern only to those who do not have it.

Educational goals are usually achieved somewhere in this time frame and a wide divergence in aims and aspirations in life appear. Whether or not these are successfully consummated during the generally productive years of the twenties will certainly have a very noticeable influence following retirement, as we will soon see. In fact, it will color an older person’s complete attitude toward life and living. It may also determine his health status. But, for now, the overall attitude among this age group can perhaps best be expressed in the words of a popular song: “Kiss Today goodbye. Point me towards Tomorrow!” To the 25-year-old the future is there to be conquered and he has no doubt that he will conquer it! Health maintenance is generally a matter of major concern only to those who do not have it.

The Types of Disease Commonly Experienced in Stage Three:(Note: Observe the steady inroads made on the vital force, this being sapped by the adaptations required within the body in order to maintain life.)

'''The Types of Disease Commonly Experienced in Stage Three:'''(Note: Observe the steady inroads made on the vital force, this being sapped by the adaptations required within the body in order to maintain life.)

# Acute Diseases: the diseases of childhood are, for the most part, nonexistent. Colds and other respiratory disorders are common and more frequent. Asthmatic conditions, bronchial troubles and other similar disorders often become more severe.

# '''Acute Diseases:''' the diseases of childhood are, for the most part, nonexistent. Colds and other respiratory disorders are common and more frequent. Asthmatic conditions, bronchial troubles and other similar disorders often become more severe.

# The teenage, “allergies” often disappear and the young adult is said to have, “grown out of them." The truth is that a higher level of tolerance to toxins has been attained with a commensurate and equal lowering of the health status.

# The teenage, “allergies” often disappear and the young adult is said to have, “grown out of them." The truth is that a higher level of tolerance to toxins has been attained with a commensurate and equal lowering of the health status.

# Some skin disorders now become more or less chronic: for example, chronic eczema or psoriasis.

# Some skin disorders now become more or less chronic: for example, chronic eczema or psoriasis.

Various other common disorders which are frequently experienced:

'''Various other common disorders which are frequently experienced:'''

# Arteriosclerosis, multiple sclerosis, etc.

# Arteriosclerosis, multiple sclerosis, etc.

# Rheumatic and/or arthritic symptoms either now make their appearance or, if previously present, increase in severity.

# Rheumatic and/or arthritic symptoms either now make their appearance or, if previously present, increase in severity.

# Heart irregularities and other disorders affecting (Note: These troubles seem to be appearing with more and more frequency also in Stage Two, especially within the last fifteen years or so).

# Heart irregularities and other disorders affecting (Note: These troubles seem to be appearing with more and more frequency also in Stage Two, especially within the last fifteen years or so).

# Digestive disturbances, especially ulcers, diarrhea and colon constipation.

# Digestive disturbances, especially ulcers, diarrhea and colon constipation.

# With females, the menstrual period continues to cause trouble and frequently increases in length.

# With females, the menstrual period continues to cause trouble and frequently increases in length.

# Painful childbirth.

# Painful childbirth.

The State of Health Observed in Stage Three is Determined by:

'''The State of Health Observed in Stage Three is Determined by:'''

# Care and nurture during prenatal period and during all the preceding years from birth to present.

# Care and nurture during prenatal period and during all the preceding years from birth to present.

# Inherited strengths and weaknesses.

# Inherited strengths and weaknesses.

# Frequency,numberandkindofphysiologicalinsultstowhichthebodyandmindhave been subjected thusfar during the life course.

# Frequency,numberandkindofphysiologicalinsultstowhichthebodyandmindhave been subjected thusfar during the life course.

The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Three are:

'''The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Three are:'''

# Overnutrition.

# Overnutrition.

# Poor nutrition.

# Poor nutrition.

# Thestressescausedbyeconomicandotherpressuresas,forexample,duringadepres sion; the stresses of “keeping up with the Joneses;” trying to provide the “best” for one’s children; competition for a suitable mate; the noise and fast pace of modern living, especially in large cities.

# Thestressescausedbyeconomicandotherpressuresas,forexample,duringadepres sion; the stresses of “keeping up with the Joneses;” trying to provide the “best” for one’s children; competition for a suitable mate; the noise and fast pace of modern living, especially in large cities.

# Overindulgence in all aspects of living; sexual burnout.

# Overindulgence in all aspects of living; sexual burnout.

# Failure to satisfy basic physiological and biological needs, especially two such needs: namely, sufficient exercise and rest.

# Failure to satisfy basic physiological and biological needs, especially two such needs: namely, sufficient exercise and rest.

==== Stage Four—The Parenting Years ====

==== Stage Four—The Parenting Years ====

In the normal course of events, those who have lived to this fourth stage in the life course have fully accepted their roles as adults and, as such, provide for their own requirements: physical, emotional, financial and spiritual.

In the normal course of events, those who have lived to this fourth stage in the life course have fully accepted their roles as adults and, as such, provide for their own requirements: physical, emotional, financial and spiritual.

Families are usually established, children born, with parents now assuming the nurturing described in Stage One. By this time, the childhood home is no longer a factor except for the effect it may have had upon the individual in all phases of his life to this time. Formal education has, for the most part, ended and the individual strives to establish himself in the business and social worlds of which s/he is now a part, although for a limited time. Efforts are still made to gain approval of one’s peers, although peer pressure is not generally as important as in previous years. During this stage, which includes those between the ages of 30 and 40, both males and females tend to participate actively in the organized life of the community, joining several civic and service clubs, both professional and occupational, as well as participating socially and actively in all kinds of other organizations and activities. Church leadership is assumed by many while others play a more passive role. The over-riding concern of members of this age group is the welfare of the several members of the family unit but, particularly, that of the children they have brought into the world. There is now only a limited concern for the needs, financial and other, of their parents or for older generations still living; that is, for grandparents or

Families are usually established, children born, with parents now assuming the nurturing described in Stage One. By this time, the childhood home is no longer a factor except for the effect it may have had upon the individual in all phases of his life to this time.

 

Formal education has, for the most part, ended and the individual strives to establish himself in the business and social worlds of which s/he is now a part, although for a limited time. Efforts are still made to gain approval of one’s peers, although peer pressure is not generally as important as in previous years. During this stage, which includes those between the ages of 30 and 40, both males and females tend to participate actively in the organized life of the community, joining several civic and service clubs, both professional and occupational, as well as participating socially and actively in all kinds of other organizations and activities. Church leadership is assumed by many while others play a more passive role. The over-riding concern of members of this age group is the welfare of the several members of the family unit but, particularly, that of the children they have brought into the world. There is now only a limited concern for the needs, financial and other, of their parents or for older generations still living; that is, for grandparents or

great-grandparents. These have become almost non-persons in modern America. This is not true, however, in many other cultures.

great-grandparents. These have become almost non-persons in modern America. This is not true, however, in many other cultures.

# False stimulation: continuing to use condiments, alcohol, nicotine, drugs as detailed earlier; the wrong kind of sex life; snacking, using chemicalized soft drinks and other processed “food,” generally poor nutrition.

# False stimulation: continuing to use condiments, alcohol, nicotine, drugs as detailed earlier; the wrong kind of sex life; snacking, using chemicalized soft drinks and other processed “food,” generally poor nutrition.

# Killing overstress in one or more areas of lifestyle.

# Killing overstress in one or more areas of lifestyle.

# Adrivingurgetoachieveinone’scareerorprofession,orinsomeotherareaoflifein spite of demographic contrary evidence indicating possible failure.

# Adrivingurgetoachieveinone’scareerorprofession,orinsomeotherareaoflifein spite of demographic contrary evidence indicating possible failure.

==== Stage Five—The Middle Years ====

==== Stage Five—The Middle Years ====

We include in this category those persons between the ages of forty to fifty, the period of mature adulthood. Persons in this age group are commonly referred to as being “middle-aged.” It is in this stage that individuals, both male and female, begin to question where they stand in the scheme of life. Many become extremely anxious and develop a sense of frustration and inadequacy. Many find that the problems and/or challenges they face seem increasingly more difficult to solve and/or meet successfully. It is in this middle period of life that, perhaps for the very first time, a sense of foreboding failure produces a state of mind wherein the possibility of defeat becomes imprinted on the subconscious mind. Often people in middle-age begin to feel boxed-in, even hopeless at times. Many begin to make less and less of an effort to cope with daily matters of concern. Anxiety, worry and fear about the future replace planning and performance. Many emotional peaks and valleys, destructive of health, are occasioned as children leave the home scene to pursue their own lives. Sometimes the anxiety takes another line of defense with the three P’s taking over: 1. An obsession with perfection, 2. Since perfection is either unlikely or impossible, the individual tends to procrastinate; and, finally, 3. The disturbed person simply settles for paralysis—non-performance—and often gets locked into life-destroying habits. This is

We include in this category those persons between the ages of forty to fifty, the period of mature adulthood. Persons in this age group are commonly referred to as being “middle-aged.”

 

It is in this stage that individuals, both male and female, begin to question where they stand in the scheme of life. Many become extremely anxious and develop a sense of frustration and inadequacy. Many find that the problems and/or challenges they face seem increasingly more difficult to solve and/or meet successfully.

 

It is in this middle period of life that, perhaps for the very first time, a sense of foreboding failure produces a state of mind wherein the possibility of defeat becomes imprinted on the subconscious mind. Often people in middle-age begin to feel boxed-in, even hopeless at times. Many begin to make less and less of an effort to cope with daily matters of concern. Anxiety, worry and fear about the future replace planning and performance.

 

Many emotional peaks and valleys, destructive of health, are occasioned as children leave the home scene to pursue their own lives.

 

Sometimes the anxiety takes another line of defense with the three P’s taking over: 1. An obsession with perfection, 2. Since perfection is either unlikely or impossible, the individual tends to procrastinate; and, finally, 3. The disturbed person simply settles for paralysis—non-performance—and often gets locked into life-destroying habits. This is

especially true of men in the business world but the same synopsis will, no doubt, appear in women attempting to cope with dual roles.

especially true of men in the business world but the same synopsis will, no doubt, appear in women attempting to cope with dual roles.

All the chronic diseases which previously annoyed become moreso now. Many, indeed, become life-threatening. The vast majority develop what Dr. Virginia Vetrano calls, the “Run-to-the-Doctor Syndrome.” Many also become addicted to the stimulant habit. These have been correctly termed, “The Critical Years.”

All the chronic diseases which previously annoyed become moreso now. Many, indeed, become life-threatening. The vast majority develop what Dr. Virginia Vetrano calls, the “Run-to-the-Doctor Syndrome.” Many also become addicted to the stimulant habit. These have been correctly termed, “The Critical Years.”

The Types of Diseases Commonly Experienced in Stage Five:

'''The Types of Diseases Commonly Experienced in Stage Five:'''

# Colds,bronchialandotherrespiratorydisordersnowtendtoappearmorefrequentlyand last longer due to the diminishing vital force. Emphysema is now more frequently observed than in former years.

# Colds,bronchialandotherrespiratorydisordersnowtendtoappearmorefrequentlyand last longer due to the diminishing vital force. Emphysema is now more frequently observed than in former years.

# Heart disorders of all kinds; many fatalities.

# Heart disorders of all kinds; many fatalities.

# Emphysema.

# Emphysema.

# Rheumatoidarthritis.Thisdiseasewasformerlyconsideredtobeadiseaseofoldage.It is now common in this age group and even in much younger people. For example, there are at least 60,000 American children who are afflicted with juvenile varieties, according to Dr. John Baum, M.D., director of the Pediatric Arthritis Clinic at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, N.Y. The medical community, of course, knows no “cure” other than palliation of pain and cannot understand why children often “recover” from arthritis while adults seldom do. Life Scientists know, however, that when cause is removed, the body wisdom takes over and tends to move toward perfection when basic organic needs are fully met.

# Rheumatoidarthritis.Thisdiseasewasformerlyconsideredtobeadiseaseofoldage.It is now common in this age group and even in much younger people. For example, there are at least 60,000 American children who are afflicted with juvenile varieties, according to Dr. John Baum, M.D., director of the Pediatric Arthritis Clinic at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, N.Y. The medical community, of course, knows no “cure” other than palliation of pain and cannot understand why children often “recover” from arthritis while adults seldom do.

Life Scientists know, however, that when cause is removed, the body wisdom takes over and tends to move toward perfection when basic organic needs are fully met.

# Benignandmalignanttumors,especiallyamongthefemalemembersofthegroup.However, the medical community fails to recognize that these tumors represent the final link in the chain of errors both in lifestyle and eating.

# Benignandmalignanttumors,especiallyamongthefemalemembersofthegroup.However, the medical community fails to recognize that these tumors represent the final link in the chain of errors both in lifestyle and eating.

# Menstrual disorders with increased flow.

# Menstrual disorders with increased flow.

# Frequentheaadaches,especiallyamongfemalesbutalsoamongmales,thesebeingdue, of course, to toxic overload.

# Frequentheaadaches,especiallyamongfemalesbutalsoamongmales,thesebeingdue, of course, to toxic overload.

The Stage of Health Determined by:

'''The Stage of Health Determined by:'''

# Failure to correct errors in diet and in lifestyle.

# Failure to correct errors in diet and in lifestyle.

# The type of counsel sought and obtained, whether knowledgeable or otherwise.

# The type of counsel sought and obtained, whether knowledgeable or otherwise.

# The inherited diathesis.

# The inherited diathesis.

# The number, kind, amount and frequency of intake of drugs. We note in this middle group that the ranks begin to thin as the indiscretions of a lifetime begin to take their toll/ The biological ticking now begins to accelerate. The Most Common Errors:

# The number, kind, amount and frequency of intake of drugs.

We note in this middle group that the ranks begin to thin as the indiscretions of a lifetime begin to take their toll/ The biological ticking now begins to accelerate.

# Strangely enough, all of the former errors are usually continued largely because it is difficult to change long-established habits. This is especially so when education in the application of Hygienic principles has been nonexistent in the individual or in those persons consulted for advice in matters of health care.

# Strangely enough, all of the former errors are usually continued largely because it is difficult to change long-established habits. This is especially so when education in the application of Hygienic principles has been nonexistent in the individual or in those persons consulted for advice in matters of health care.

# BecauseoftheerrorsnotedinNo.1above,“middle-aged”peopleasaruletendtogravitate to an even greater dependence upon prescribed and over-the-counter drugs; and also to cocaine, alcohol, nicotine, and so on. Many play Russian Roulette with themselves by using combinations of several drugs at one and the same time.

# BecauseoftheerrorsnotedinNo.1above,“middle-aged”peopleasaruletendtogravitate to an even greater dependence upon prescribed and over-the-counter drugs; and also to cocaine, alcohol, nicotine, and so on. Many play Russian Roulette with themselves by using combinations of several drugs at one and the same time.

# Failuretoseeksuitablerelieffromstresses,manyofwhichincreaseinnumberandin tensity and seem to attack in various life spheres: at home, in business and in social contacts often due to the fact that younger people are striving for their own niche and so attempt to displace the older ones.

# Failuretoseeksuitablerelieffromstresses,manyofwhichincreaseinnumberandin tensity and seem to attack in various life spheres: at home, in business and in social contacts often due to the fact that younger people are striving for their own niche and so attempt to displace the older ones.

# Failuretorecognizeandadjustappropriatelytothesubtleerosionofthelifeforcewhich is now accelerating.

# Failuretorecognizeandadjustappropriatelytothesubtleerosionofthelifeforcewhich is now accelerating.

# Reluctance to admit that parenting days are over and to find interests in new directions. 83.3.1.6 Stage Six— The Late Middle Years Ages fifty to sixty represent the late middle years. The biological clock has far outpaced the chronological clock. Since the itinerary of life was not figured out in advance of the journey, and seldom is—we find that all the former symptoms of uneasiness about the future and all the diseased conditions usually continue and, indeed, become more intense. There is an old saying to the effect that “you can’t put an old head on a young man’s shoulders!” This is true and perhaps fortunately so, but the Hygienic practitioner, if he wishes to be successful in working with patients, will necessarily have to come to grips with the realities of the aging process. This is so because the great majority of his clients will come from the older members of the general public. He should make himself familiar with the generalities noted as being characteristic of each age group, with the kinds of anxieties and hopes for the future, with the common errors in living and eating and, of course, with the kinds of disorders most commonly characteristic of each group. Only in so doing can he hope to develop the kind of empathy required for effective counseling. Females Females, in the late middle years, come to grips with the stresses customarily, but erroneously we believe, associated with the aging process, namely the “change of life.” Alexis Carrel, M.D., the Nobel Prize winner, in his book, Man, The Unknown, stated that herein lies a fundamental difference between men and women but comes to a rather abrupt conclusion in middle age among women. Carrel held that this single fact places women at a disadvantage to men. Hygienists, of course, hold that toxemia and toxemia alone is responsible for the manifold discomforts endured by most women during this period of life, discomforts which are both physical and mental.

# Reluctance to admit that parenting days are over and to find interests in new directions.

 

==== Stage Six— The Late Middle Years ====

Ages fifty to sixty represent the late middle years. The biological clock has far outpaced the chronological clock. Since the itinerary of life was not figured out in advance of the journey, and seldom is—we find that all the former symptoms of uneasiness about the future and all the diseased conditions usually continue and, indeed, become more intense.

 

There is an old saying to the effect that “you can’t put an old head on a young man’s shoulders!” This is true and perhaps fortunately so, but the Hygienic practitioner, if he wishes to be successful in working with patients, will necessarily have to come to grips with the realities of the aging process. This is so because the great majority of his clients will come from the older members of the general public. He should make himself familiar with the generalities noted as being characteristic of each age group, with the kinds of anxieties and hopes for the future, with the common errors in living and eating and, of course, with the kinds of disorders most commonly characteristic of each group. Only in so doing can he hope to develop the kind of empathy required for effective counseling.

 

===== Females =====

Females, in the late middle years, come to grips with the stresses customarily, but erroneously we believe, associated with the aging process, namely the “change of life.”

 

Alexis Carrel, M.D., the Nobel Prize winner, in his book, Man, The Unknown, stated that herein lies a fundamental difference between men and women but comes to a rather abrupt conclusion in middle age among women. Carrel held that this single fact places women at a disadvantage to men.

 

Hygienists, of course, hold that toxemia and toxemia alone is responsible for the manifold discomforts endured by most women during this period of life, discomforts which are both physical and mental.

The hot flashes which at times seem about to consume the woman; menstrual flow which often lasts from ten days to over two weeks, often flowing so copiously that women are required to take to their beds; flow which returns at irregular times, sometimes after only a relatively short interval of a week or so. Such abnormal blood flow saps the body’s energy reserves and aggravates a!» existing physical conditions.

The hot flashes which at times seem about to consume the woman; menstrual flow which often lasts from ten days to over two weeks, often flowing so copiously that women are required to take to their beds; flow which returns at irregular times, sometimes after only a relatively short interval of a week or so. Such abnormal blood flow saps the body’s energy reserves and aggravates a!» existing physical conditions.

The Hygienic practitioner can often provide much comfort to older women in this time frame. Their physical discomforts lead to mental anxieties about their “worth” as women. Many believe they will no longer be attractive to men. They require assurance of their ability to play a meaningful role in the scheme of a well-planned life. They also require assurance that their physical discomforts can be alleviated provided they follow the teachings of Natural Hygiene. As we shall see when we come to our review of some actual case studies, the rewards for the Hygienist can prove highly satisfactory.

The Hygienic practitioner can often provide much comfort to older women in this time frame. Their physical discomforts lead to mental anxieties about their “worth” as women. Many believe they will no longer be attractive to men. They require assurance of their ability to play a meaningful role in the scheme of a well-planned life. They also require assurance that their physical discomforts can be alleviated provided they follow the teachings of Natural Hygiene. As we shall see when we come to our review of some actual case studies, the rewards for the Hygienist can prove highly satisfactory.

Males

===== Males =====

 

When men finally attain this age, they start looking forward to their retirement. Then I’m going fishing. Then I’m going to take that trip. Then I will paint that painting, one worthy of the great masters. They spend many hours in their “magic moments.” Their physical activity usually lessens. This is true of women also. Both sexes now prefer to be spectators at sports rather than active participants.

When men finally attain this age, they start looking forward to their retirement. Then I’m going fishing. Then I’m going to take that trip. Then I will paint that painting, one worthy of the great masters. They spend many hours in their “magic moments.” Their physical activity usually lessens. This is true of women also. Both sexes now prefer to be spectators at sports rather than active participants.

# Heart attacks, angina pectoris.

# Heart attacks, angina pectoris.

# Varicose veins, “grape” clusters.

# Varicose veins, “grape” clusters.

# Spine disorders and various bone diseases, especially osteoporosis or sponging of the bones.

# Spine disorders and various bone diseases, especially osteoporosis or sponging of the bones.

# Ulcerative colitis.

# Ulcerative colitis.

# Chronic prostatitis.

# Chronic prostatitis.

# Loss in vitality.

# Loss in vitality.

# Depressionaswellasothernerve-relateddisordersrangingallthewayfromsimpletics to Parkinson’s disease.

# Depressionaswellasothernerve-relateddisordersrangingallthewayfromsimpletics to Parkinson’s disease.

# Alcoholism.

# Alcoholism.

# Drugaddiction.Manybecomevictimsof.poly-pharmacy,theindiscriminateprescribing and taking of drugs. This age group represents but 10% of the population but consumes over 25% of all prescription drugs as well as the larger proportion of other drugs, including social and nonprescription drugs. We trust that our students are developing their understanding of how past errors can limit the quality of our present and future life unless suitable (Hygienic) remedial steps are taken and, of course, in time. The State of Health Determined by:

# Drugaddiction.Manybecomevictimsof.poly-pharmacy,theindiscriminateprescribing and taking of drugs. This age group represents but 10% of the population but consumes over 25% of all prescription drugs as well as the larger proportion of other drugs, including social and nonprescription drugs.

We trust that our students are developing their understanding of how past errors can limit the quality of our present and future life unless suitable (Hygienic) remedial steps are taken and, of course, in time.

 

'''The State of Health Determined by:'''

1. Asusual:thepreviousandcontinuingerrorsinthedietandlifestyle,thecumulativeeffect of which is now being seen in the rapid degeneration of all organs and systems. In many members of this age group, the biological clock is now racing even though they may be consciously unaware of this fact. As Dr. Robert W. McCarter, Sr. used to say, “Their inner parts are a foul mess!” They function, but barely.

1. Asusual:thepreviousandcontinuingerrorsinthedietandlifestyle,thecumulativeeffect of which is now being seen in the rapid degeneration of all organs and systems. In many members of this age group, the biological clock is now racing even though they may be consciously unaware of this fact. As Dr. Robert W. McCarter, Sr. used to say, “Their inner parts are a foul mess!” They function, but barely.

2. Thenumberandkindofoperationstowhichthebodyhasbeensubjectedandtheamount of adaptation and accommodation thus required, both mental and physical, and by all parts of the system. In many cases it becomes a matter of “Died at 36, buried at 60!”

2. Thenumberandkindofoperationstowhichthebodyhasbeensubjectedandtheamount of adaptation and accommodation thus required, both mental and physical, and by all parts of the system. In many cases it becomes a matter of “Died at 36, buried at 60!”

The Most Common Errors Made In Stage Six Are:

'''The Most Common Errors Made In Stage Six Are:'''

# All those previously stated, especially overnutrition, this in spite of the fact that both mental and physical activity has been curtailed, often greatly so because of one or more infirmities.

# All those previously stated, especially overnutrition, this in spite of the fact that both mental and physical activity has been curtailed, often greatly so because of one or more infirmities.

# Becoming increasingly out of the “mainstream” of life as more and more of the aging population moves into communities with their peers. They put themselves physically out of contact with other age groups and, by so doing, become the forgotten members of society, tolerated but not really wanted.

# Becoming increasingly out of the “mainstream” of life as more and more of the aging population moves into communities with their peers. They put themselves physically out of contact with other age groups and, by so doing, become the forgotten members of society, tolerated but not really wanted.

# Overnutrition.Eventhoughlessactive,physicallyandmentallyinmostcases,theycontinue to eat as they always have.

# Overnutrition.Eventhoughlessactive,physicallyandmentallyinmostcases,theycontinue to eat as they always have.

# Concernaboutthefuturebecomesanaddedstresstoallformerstresses.Anxietyabout one’s health often becomes the major concern. 83.3.1.7 Stage Seven—The Beginning of Retirement and Old Age In present-day thinking this age group arbitrarily includes all persons between ages sixty and seventy. These are the retirement years and the beginning of what is commonly recognized as “Old Age,” although to the very young any person over the age of twentyfive is “old!” Some few make this transition with flying colors. Usually the more successful life travellers are the ones who possess a higher degree of health. The majority, however, because of numerous infirmities, begin to conserve and safeguard their constantly dwindling energy reserves. They walk slower, they think more slowly. They tend to make many attempts to retain their own image of the importance of SELF, husbanding the thought of their former status in life, their imagined or real prestige and even the authority and seniority they may have possessed in the work situation and, also, whatever, power, real or imagined, they may have had either in their own family group, at work or among community situations and groups. In other words, they tend to hold on to the past because of the emptiness of the present! A relatively small percentage of the population managed to survive long enough to become a member of this age group. While there are conflicting reports in this regard, we have seen figures which state that only about 10 percent of the population at birth reaches the age of 65. These, as we have said, are the tough ones. They have either possessed a remarkable constitution, one that was able to withstand the multiple assaults of a lifetime or, possessing some lesser stamina, they knew enough to take good care of themselves.

# Concernaboutthefuturebecomesanaddedstresstoallformerstresses.Anxietyabout one’s health often becomes the major concern.

 

==== Stage Seven—The Beginning of Retirement and Old Age ====

In present-day thinking this age group arbitrarily includes all persons between ages sixty and seventy. These are the retirement years and the beginning of what is commonly recognized as “Old Age,” although to the very young any person over the age of twenty-five is “old!”

 

Some few make this transition with flying colors. Usually the more successful life travellers are the ones who possess a higher degree of health. The majority, however, because of numerous infirmities, begin to conserve and safeguard their constantly dwindling energy reserves. They walk slower, they think more slowly. They tend to make many attempts to retain their own image of the importance of SELF, husbanding the thought of their former status in life, their imagined or real prestige and even the authority and seniority they may have possessed in the work situation and, also, whatever, power, real or imagined, they may have had either in their own family group, at work or among community situations and groups. In other words, they tend to hold on to the past because of the emptiness of the present!

 

A relatively small percentage of the population managed to survive long enough to become a member of this age group. While there are conflicting reports in this regard, we have seen figures which state that only about 10 percent of the population at birth reaches the age of 65. These, as we have said, are the tough ones. They have either possessed a remarkable constitution, one that was able to withstand the multiple assaults of a lifetime or, possessing some lesser stamina, they knew enough to take good care of themselves.

Whichever may be the case, members of this group often become acutely aware of the fact that they are now old and this largely because of the fact that many of their financial and social expectations anticipated in their younger years have been shattered and also because many of the supports offered by the community at large to the more productive younger age groups are, in far too many instances, nonexistent. The media constantly presents the beautiful side of young life and the constant barrage of “that which might have been” becomes a physiological insult of major dimensions to the elderly. Too often, we fear, communities sadly neglect the social and other real needs of this age group and fail to offer or sustain beneficial activities for them, although we must say, that there are exceptions. Tucson is such an exception. In general, this city provides well for the elderly.

Whichever may be the case, members of this group often become acutely aware of the fact that they are now old and this largely because of the fact that many of their financial and social expectations anticipated in their younger years have been shattered and also because many of the supports offered by the community at large to the more productive younger age groups are, in far too many instances, nonexistent. The media constantly presents the beautiful side of young life and the constant barrage of “that which might have been” becomes a physiological insult of major dimensions to the elderly. Too often, we fear, communities sadly neglect the social and other real needs of this age group and fail to offer or sustain beneficial activities for them, although we must say, that there are exceptions. Tucson is such an exception. In general, this city provides well for the elderly.

# Cancer in its many forms.

# Cancer in its many forms.

# Arthritis in its many forms but especially rheumatoid arthritis. Ankylosing (fusing of joints) is common, especially among the hardier ones. In the weaker, one or more organs may give way with death resulting. Deformed and painful joints often curtail participation in social events and can lead to social isolation.

# Arthritis in its many forms but especially rheumatoid arthritis. Ankylosing (fusing of joints) is common, especially among the hardier ones. In the weaker, one or more organs may give way with death resulting. Deformed and painful joints often curtail participation in social events and can lead to social isolation.

# Tuberculosis and severe bronchial disorders of all kinds.

# Tuberculosis and severe bronchial disorders of all kinds.

# Bright’s disease.

# Bright’s disease.

# Abnormalgrowthsincludingbenignandmalignanttumors,theseinvariousplaceswith in the body.

# Abnormalgrowthsincludingbenignandmalignanttumors,theseinvariousplaceswith in the body.

# Digestive disturbances and associated diseased conditions.

# Digestive disturbances and associated diseased conditions.

# Diabetes with organic degeneration as, for example, of the pancreas; extreme fatigue; failure to heal wounds, etc.

# Diabetes with organic degeneration as, for example, of the pancreas; extreme fatigue; failure to heal wounds, etc.

# Bone diseases (brittle bones, sponging of bones, scoliosis of the spine).

# Bone diseases (brittle bones, sponging of bones, scoliosis of the spine).

# Sclerosis.

# Sclerosis.

# Cataracts and other eye diseases.

# Cataracts and other eye diseases.

# Early signs of senility.

# Early signs of senility.

# Extreme depression resulting in suicide. This age group represents 25% of all reported suicides!

# Extreme depression resulting in suicide. This age group represents 25% of all reported suicides!

# Drug addiction.

# Drug addiction.

# Alcoholism is very pronounced.

# Alcoholism is very pronounced.

# Thosewhohavereachedthisadvancedage(bypresentstandards,ofcourse,notbyHygienic standards), have demonstrated not only their good inheritance but also the fact that they have taken reasonably good care of themselves.

# Thosewhohavereachedthisadvancedage(bypresentstandards,ofcourse,notbyHygienic standards), have demonstrated not only their good inheritance but also the fact that they have taken reasonably good care of themselves.

# Thefrequency,numberandkindofphysiologicalinsultstheyhaveenduredduringtheir life course, including, of course, their prenatal care, their care during the dependent years of childhood and adolescence, and during the intervening years. An insult of major dimensions in this age group is the wasting of their resources by children who sponge off them, borrowing their substance and leaving the elderly parent “holding the sack,” as the common saying goes. The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Seven Are:

# Thefrequency,numberandkindofphysiologicalinsultstheyhaveenduredduringtheir life course, including, of course, their prenatal care, their care during the dependent years of childhood and adolescence, and during the intervening years. An insult of major dimensions in this age group is the wasting of their resources by children who sponge off them, borrowing their substance and leaving the elderly parent “holding the sack,” as the common saying goes.

 

The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Seven Are:

# Overnutrition; often now a compensation for life’s negatives.

# Overnutrition; often now a compensation for life’s negatives.

# Poor nutrition.

# Poor nutrition.

# Overstimulation and incorrect stimulation—especially alcohol.

# Overstimulation and incorrect stimulation—especially alcohol.

# Falling prey to charlatans and quacks who offer “quick” cures for a lifetime of errors.

# Falling prey to charlatans and quacks who offer “quick” cures for a lifetime of errors.

# Failuretoseekhelpwhenneededfromwhateversourcesareavailableinthecommunity of residence. Such help is available from a wide variety of sources: churches or from community, federal, state and private agencies which are to be found in almost every community either at no charge or for a very nominal fee. As we have stated, the Hygienic practitioner should become knowledgeable about these services. Many newspapers regularly list them.

# Failuretoseekhelpwhenneededfromwhateversourcesareavailableinthecommunity of residence. Such help is available from a wide variety of sources: churches or from community, federal, state and private agencies which are to be found in almost every community either at no charge or for a very nominal fee. As we have stated, the Hygienic practitioner should become knowledgeable about these services. Many newspapers regularly list them.

# Failureofthecommunitytoprovideparticipatoryand/orleadershiprolesfortheretired. The government at the federal level does have a program for the retired in which they can share their wealth of experiences with younger members of society. This is especially available to persons with business expertise to share. Practitioners may make themselves more knowledgeable in this regard by visiting the offices of the Small Business Administration. Inquire about opportunities for the elderly. 83.3.1.8 Stage Eight—The Post-Retirement Years We should like to point out at this juncture that the constant intake of drugs soon pushes the drug taker into new dimension of life in which all body cellular membranes suffer, nerve pathways become erratic and con fused, and the total metabolic routines become uncertain and inefficient. This fact no doubt has a profound effect on many facets of the life process, if not, in fact, on all. This is the period of life, from ages 70 to 80, that is generally accepted by both the population at large and the individuals concerned as being “Old Age.” It should be the “Period of Harvest,” the time of life when men am women should enjoy the fruits of their lives of love and labor but, unfortunately, the contrary is more often true. The post-retirement years are only too often the years of trial and tribulation, rather than a time to gather in the rewards of a life well lived. As we look around we find very few persons in this age group who are still contributing members of society. This is, of course, both unfortunate and unnecessary. The members of this age group not only demonstrate their good inheritance but also the fact that they have generally, and more or less consistently, taken good care of their physical and mental bodies, at least according to the tenets popularly espoused, but certainly not by Hygienic standards.

# Failureofthecommunitytoprovideparticipatoryand/orleadershiprolesfortheretired. The government at the federal level does have a program for the retired in which they can share their wealth of experiences with younger members of society. This is especially available to persons with business expertise to share. Practitioners may make themselves more knowledgeable in this regard by visiting the offices of the Small Business Administration. Inquire about opportunities for the elderly.

 

==== Stage Eight—The Post-Retirement Years ====

We should like to point out at this juncture that the constant intake of drugs soon pushes the drug taker into new dimension of life in which all body cellular membranes suffer, nerve pathways become erratic and con fused, and the total metabolic routines become uncertain and inefficient. This fact no doubt has a profound effect on many facets of the life process, if not, in fact, on all.

 

This is the period of life, from ages 70 to 80, that is generally accepted by both the population at large and the individuals concerned as being “Old Age.” It should be the “Period of Harvest,” the time of life when men am women should enjoy the fruits of their lives of love and labor but, unfortunately, the contrary is more often true.

 

The post-retirement years are only too often the years of trial and tribulation, rather than a time to gather in the rewards of a life well lived. As we look around we find very few persons in this age group who are still contributing members of society. This is, of course, both unfortunate and unnecessary. The members of this age group not only demonstrate their good inheritance but also the fact that they have generally, and more or less consistently, taken good care of their physical and mental bodies, at least according to the tenets popularly espoused, but certainly not by Hygienic standards.

This is the age that should be a time for one’s self, a time to engage in one’s very own thoughts and activities, in various hobbies, or in private work of one’s choosing. I should perhaps be a time to go back to school for a higher level of “Re-creation,” a renewal of soul and a reassessment of values. The world remains to be explored a does the mind and soul of humans. This could and should be the most challenging time of life.

This is the age that should be a time for one’s self, a time to engage in one’s very own thoughts and activities, in various hobbies, or in private work of one’s choosing. I should perhaps be a time to go back to school for a higher level of “Re-creation,” a renewal of soul and a reassessment of values. The world remains to be explored a does the mind and soul of humans. This could and should be the most challenging time of life.

# Organ degeneration throughout the entire body with all parts, organs and systems involved.

# Organ degeneration throughout the entire body with all parts, organs and systems involved.

# Heart failure.

# Heart failure.

# Digestivedisordersofallkinds,sometimespsychosomaticinorigin;lossofappetitedue to depression.

# Digestivedisordersofallkinds,sometimespsychosomaticinorigin;lossofappetitedue to depression.

# Bright’s disease.

# Bright’s disease.

# Tuberculosis.

# Tuberculosis.

# Cancer,althoughwithalesseningsusceptibility,duenodoubttothefactthatorgansgive way before the onset of true cancer, actually a rare disease.

# Cancer,althoughwithalesseningsusceptibility,duenodoubttothefactthatorgansgive way before the onset of true cancer, actually a rare disease.

# Cataracts and other eye disorders.

# Cataracts and other eye disorders.

# Great loss of vitality; loss of sexual drive. Occasional increase in the interest in sex but often accompanied by the inability to perform, this latter often observed in nursing homes where patients of both sexes are watched constantly else they intrude on other patients for the purpose of having sex; in other words, some develop an abnormal sexual interest but it is not accompanied by sexual power.

# Great loss of vitality; loss of sexual drive. Occasional increase in the interest in sex but often accompanied by the inability to perform, this latter often observed in nursing homes where patients of both sexes are watched constantly else they intrude on other patients for the purpose of having sex; in other words, some develop an abnormal sexual interest but it is not accompanied by sexual power.

# Bone diseases, loss in hearing, nervous disorders, especially Parkinson’s disease (the “shaking” disease).

# Bone diseases, loss in hearing, nervous disorders, especially Parkinson’s disease (the “shaking” disease).

# Emotionaldisorders:schizophrenia,senility,organicbrainsyndrome(generaldeterioration) and other psychopathologies resulting in extensive disorganization of the personality; the suicidal tendency which is often demonstrated by a refusal to eat or to get out of bed when perfectly capable of doing so; and also, at times, an unexplainable loss in weight, or a total lack of appetite. Hygienists, of course, recognize that all these symptoms are indicative of the presence of an unusual complement of morbid waste within the body.

# Emotionaldisorders:schizophrenia,senility,organicbrainsyndrome(generaldeterioration) and other psychopathologies resulting in extensive disorganization of the personality; the suicidal tendency which is often demonstrated by a refusal to eat or to get out of bed when perfectly capable of doing so; and also, at times, an unexplainable loss in weight, or a total lack of appetite. Hygienists, of course, recognize that all these symptoms are indicative of the presence of an unusual complement of morbid waste within the body.

The State of Health Is Determined by:

'''The State of Health Is Determined by:'''

# All those errors, circumstances and situations previously cited.

# All those errors, circumstances and situations previously cited.

# The nature of the continuing care of Self, whether good or poor. The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Eight Are:

# The nature of the continuing care of Self, whether good or poor.

 

'''The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Eight Are:'''

# Overnutrition.

# Overnutrition.

# Poor nutrition.

# Poor nutrition.

# Failure to enter into community and other affairs.

# Failure to enter into community and other affairs.

# Failure to seek help as and when the need arises.

# Failure to seek help as and when the need arises.

# Failure to prepare properly for this time of life, financially and otherwise, including mental preparation.

# Failure to prepare properly for this time of life, financially and otherwise, including mental preparation.

# Physical and psychological abuse by families and/or others; 2 1/2 million elderly are thus abused every year in the U.S. 83.3.1.9 Stage Nine—The Years of Custodial Care In today’s society when an individual reaches the ninth stage in life’s journey, he is generally regarded as “having had it.” We include in this grouping all those persons who have lived in excess of eighty years, ages eighty to ninety and beyond! Unfortunately by far the greater number of persons in this category require more or less complete custodial care similar to that required at the other end of the spectrum of life—in the first stage. There is another similarity to the very young, also. Sad to relate, the very old, like the very young, often suffer from family and/or institutional abuse—the battered grandparent syndrome, as it is termed. The abuse ranges all the way from the psychological to actual physical abuse. Family neglect is common with many in this age group being housed by their children in institutions of doubtful reputation. We have known of patients who have been placed in custodial care provided by second-rate and/or by good institutions and who have never thereafter been visited by their children or other caring members of their family. Often the desire for some small gesture of love and affection visibly evident in the older “inmates” is pitiful, indeed. A very low profile is kept of these elder citizens, their public visibility being practically nonexistent and, since most of the members of this age group (in excess of 98%) have long since passed away, there are few physically and mentally able among them who are able or in a position to protest. So it is that this group is, more often than not, at the complete mercy of a noncaring society. The crying need of our times is for loving homes for these citizens who have served us and our country so well throughout their lives, Hygienic homes in which correct diet and lifestyle are taught and encouraged; where meaningful, constructive activity is provided, both mental and physical; where all the biodynamics of life are employed according to the several capacities of individuals to utilize them.  Sad to say, most Americans simply don’t like old people. They have an image, fostered by financial interests, that all the elderly are foolish and senile, a potential burden. Consequently, they do not wish to be reminded of their presence. In their childishness, they refuse to accept that they, too are presently riding on the same train that these elderly once rode and that, by the very nature of life, if they too are tough, they will reach this station in life.  The Types of Diseases Commonly Experienced in Stage Nine:

# Physical and psychological abuse by families and/or others; 2 1/2 million elderly are thus abused every year in the U.S.

 

==== Stage Nine—The Years of Custodial Care ====

In today’s society when an individual reaches the ninth stage in life’s journey, he is generally regarded as “having had it.” We include in this grouping all those persons who have lived in excess of eighty years, ages eighty to ninety and beyond! Unfortunately by far the greater number of persons in this category require more or less complete custodial care similar to that required at the other end of the spectrum of life—in the first stage.

 

There is another similarity to the very young, also. Sad to relate, the very old, like the very young, often suffer from family and/or institutional abuse—the battered grandparent syndrome, as it is termed. The abuse ranges all the way from the psychological to actual physical abuse. Family neglect is common with many in this age group being housed by their children in institutions of doubtful reputation. We have known of patients who have been placed in custodial care provided by second-rate and/or by good institutions and who have never thereafter been visited by their children or other caring members of their family. Often the desire for some small gesture of love and affection visibly evident in the older “inmates” is pitiful, indeed.

 

A very low profile is kept of these elder citizens, their public visibility being practically nonexistent and, since most of the members of this age group (in excess of 98%) have long since passed away, there are few physically and mentally able among them who are able or in a position to protest. So it is that this group is, more often than not, at the complete mercy of a non-caring society.

# Neurosesofallkinds,especiallydepressioncausedbyillhealthandextremeloneliness. The kinds of neuroses observed may range from sitting in complete silence to constant talking and even yelling, as if in pain; failure to connect the present with the past; loss of memory, unwarranted suspicion, etc.

# Neurosesofallkinds,especiallydepressioncausedbyillhealthandextremeloneliness. The kinds of neuroses observed may range from sitting in complete silence to constant talking and even yelling, as if in pain; failure to connect the present with the past; loss of memory, unwarranted suspicion, etc.

# Brain damage.

# Brain damage.

# Loss of hearing.

# Loss of hearing.

# Loss of some degree of sight; total blindness.

# Loss of some degree of sight; total blindness.

# Various organic failures due to eruption of latent organic illnesses. Incontinence is a common disorder.

# Various organic failures due to eruption of latent organic illnesses. Incontinence is a common disorder.

# Digestive disorders, especially colon constipation, a condition which causes extreme emotional stress among the elderly.

# Digestive disorders, especially colon constipation, a condition which causes extreme emotional stress among the elderly.

# Existing organic diseases and conditions become aggravated, due to lack of proper re medial steps, and these often prove fatal.

# Existing organic diseases and conditions become aggravated, due to lack of proper remedial steps, and these often prove fatal.

# Fearofchange.Evenmovingabed-fastpatienttoanotherroommaycauseunwarranted distress. The State of Health Determined by:

# Fearofchange.Evenmovingabed-fastpatienttoanotherroommaycauseunwarranted distress.

 

'''The State of Health Determined by:'''

# All factors, influences and conditions which have previously cited.

# All factors, influences and conditions which have previously cited.

# The present care and nurture. The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Nine Are:

# The present care and nurture.

 

'''The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Nine Are:'''

# Overnutrition and/or poor nutrition, both in and out of an institution.

# Overnutrition and/or poor nutrition, both in and out of an institution.

# Lack of exercise.

# Lack of exercise.

# Extreme loneliness.

# Extreme loneliness.

# Loss of the “will to live.”

# Loss of the “will to live.”

A short time ago we were invited by a newly-found friend who is and will remain an active participant in life, to accompany him to a nursing home that had recently been built in Tucson. Since we had not, as yet, had the opportunity to look over this particular facility, we met both with him and the director and were escorted around. Being new, this home for the elderly was shiny bright. The floors sparkled, assistants and nurses were everywhere. There were three sections, each designed to provide a certain predetermined level of “health” care for the guests. The first section housed the elderly guests who were able, for the most part, to provide for their personal care. They could put on their own clothing, attend to their personal cleanliness, and even go shopping occasionally in a group setting accompanied by staff personnel, such excursions being arranged from time to time. The guests in this section were able to wend their separate ways to the dining room at meal times and to go to a beautiful outdoor setting where there were tables and lawn chairs available. There was also a whirlpool bathing facility for those who cared to use it. A television set and mall library were at one end of the facility for the use of ‘those who cared to do so. However, there was little else to do. Consequently, the guests who care to, and there seemed to be many such, wandered the main hall; some eat in the circular lobby which served this and two other sections, and there they simply watched the comings and goings of other guests, visitors and staff members. There were no crafts, no study groups, no organized exercise sessions or sunbathing. We were fortunate to be present at mealtime so we observed the food which was served to the guests and staff. The day’s main level, served at noon, consisted of either baked chicken or fish, baked potatoes, and a cooked mixed vegetable dish which looked to us like the familiar peas and carrots frozen mixture. The dessert was ice cream. White bread was on hand plus oleo margarine and, of course, plenty of coffee, tea or a popular chemicalized lemon mix. We must say that this meal was superior to many we have seen placed before the elderly in similar “homes.”

A short time ago we were invited by a newly-found friend who is and will remain an active participant in life, to accompany him to a nursing home that had recently been built in Tucson. Since we had not, as yet, had the opportunity to look over this particular facility, we met both with him and the director and were escorted around.

 

Being new, this home for the elderly was shiny bright. The floors sparkled, assistants and nurses were everywhere. There were three sections, each designed to provide a certain predetermined level of “health” care for the guests.

 

The first section housed the elderly guests who were able, for the most part, to provide for their personal care. They could put on their own clothing, attend to their personal cleanliness, and even go shopping occasionally in a group setting accompanied by staff personnel, such excursions being arranged from time to time.

 

The guests in this section were able to wend their separate ways to the dining room at meal times and to go to a beautiful outdoor setting where there were tables and lawn chairs available. There was also a whirlpool bathing facility for those who cared to use it. A television set and mall library were at one end of the facility for the use of ‘those who cared to do so. However, there was little else to do.

 

Consequently, the guests who care to, and there seemed to be many such, wandered the main hall; some eat in the circular lobby which served this and two other sections, and there they simply watched the comings and goings of other guests, visitors and staff members. There were no crafts, no study groups, no organized exercise sessions or sunbathing.

 

We were fortunate to be present at mealtime so we observed the food which was served to the guests and staff. The day’s main level, served at noon, consisted of either baked chicken or fish, baked potatoes, and a cooked mixed vegetable dish which looked to us like the familiar peas and carrots frozen mixture. The dessert was ice cream. White bread was on hand plus oleo margarine and, of course, plenty of coffee, tea or a popular chemicalized lemon mix. We must say that this meal was superior to many we have seen placed before the elderly in similar “homes.”

We were given plenty of time to examine the facility. All of the guests were obviously suffering from chronic degenerative conditions of one kind or another. We observed signs of sclerosis, rheumatic disorders, forgetfulness, osteoporosis of the spine, etc. However, to us each and every person in this section appeared to have more than sufficient vitality to assure a reasonable degree of recovery, even at this advanced age, were they to be taken out of this kind of “care” center and then placed in a Hygienic institution where they could be taught the ways of health, rather than be subjected, as they presently are, to the ways of premature death. For example, when asked, the director told us that all guests were kept on some kind of medication and most were required to take sleeping pills. Our students will recognize the fact that the meal served would in no way serve the cause of health.

We were given plenty of time to examine the facility. All of the guests were obviously suffering from chronic degenerative conditions of one kind or another. We observed signs of sclerosis, rheumatic disorders, forgetfulness, osteoporosis of the spine, etc. However, to us each and every person in this section appeared to have more than sufficient vitality to assure a reasonable degree of recovery, even at this advanced age, were they to be taken out of this kind of “care” center and then placed in a Hygienic institution where they could be taught the ways of health, rather than be subjected, as they presently are, to the ways of premature death. For example, when asked, the director told us that all guests were kept on some kind of medication and most were required to take sleeping pills. Our students will recognize the fact that the meal served would in no way serve the cause of health.

# They retain a zest for living, are fun-filled, family-oriented.

# They retain a zest for living, are fun-filled, family-oriented.

# They work hard and are physically active all their lives.

# They work hard and are physically active all their lives.

# Theyhaveagoodinheritance.(Hepointedatwholefamilies,allthemembersofwhich live well over the century mark.)

# Theyhaveagoodinheritance.(Hepointedatwholefamilies,allthemembersofwhich live well over the century mark.)

# They have good nutrition. They eat sparingly and do not snack. Dr. Butler sounds like a Life Scientist when he says that he observed that the aged Russians ate mostly of fruits and vegetables and they they consumed only modest amounts of protein, very little fat, no salt, and no butter. They garnish their food, he said, with nuts instead of using sauces and they do not eat just before going to bed. Butler observed that the old people stayed active and participated fully in home and community life. In a Gannet News Service release Butler recounts how one of the very old men threw a party for him. “It appeared to be important to him to be a good host,” commented Butler!” In light of our present knowledge of what is required for us to live always in a high state of health, just as these Russians do, it is incumbent upon all Life Scientists to participate actively in educating all people in the principles and practices that will impart to our aged ones a far higher state of health than they presently enjoy. Butler noted that the Russians are actively pursuing their research while at American facilities devoted to gerontological research he stated that, “The longest time we can get people to come in is for two or three days.” The Soviets have even tracked down birthdates and histories put down in old Korans and retrieved passport data from border crossing records of centuries ago. It seems that the Soviets are learning what retards the ticking of the biological clock while Americans appear to, be quite content merely to pop their pills and, in their narcotized state, passively to catch the rising tides of catastrophic diseases and painful deaths as well as they skyrocketing costs of housing and caring for all the sick, diseased, the senile and the dying, the numbers of which seem ever on the increase.

# They have good nutrition. They eat sparingly and do not snack.

Dr. Butler sounds like a Life Scientist when he says that he observed that the aged Russians ate mostly of fruits and vegetables and they they consumed only modest amounts of protein, very little fat, no salt, and no butter. They garnish their food, he said, with nuts instead of using sauces and they do not eat just before going to bed.

 

Butler observed that the old people stayed active and participated fully in home and community life. In a Gannet News Service release Butler recounts how one of the very old men threw a party for him. “It appeared to be important to him to be a good host,” commented Butler!”

 

In light of our present knowledge of what is required for us to live always in a high state of health, just as these Russians do, it is incumbent upon all Life Scientists to participate actively in educating all people in the principles and practices that will impart to our aged ones a far higher state of health than they presently enjoy.

 

Butler noted that the Russians are actively pursuing their research while at American facilities devoted to gerontological research he stated that, “The longest time we can get people to come in is for two or three days.” The Soviets have even tracked down birthdates and histories put down in old Korans and retrieved passport data from border crossing records of centuries ago. It seems that the Soviets are learning what retards the ticking of the biological clock while Americans appear to, be quite content merely to pop their pills and, in their narcotized state, passively to catch the rising tides of catastrophic diseases and painful deaths as well as they skyrocketing costs of housing and caring for all the sick, diseased, the senile and the dying, the numbers of which seem ever on the increase.

== The American Express ==

== The American Express ==

First Three Weeks

First Three Weeks

# A diet of raw foods only except for a single baked potato served twice a week. Breakfast—A single fruit, preferably melon. Luncheon—A simple vegetable salad with 3 T nuts or 1 medium avocado. Dinner—Fruit—2 varieties.

# A diet of raw foods only except for a single baked potato served twice a week. Breakfast—A single fruit, preferably melon. Luncheon—A simple vegetable salad with 3 T nuts or 1 medium avocado. Dinner—Fruit—2 varieties.

# Ten hours rest at night.

# Ten hours rest at night.

# Duringtheday:2hoursproneinadarkenedroom,1houreithersittingupinbedor,later on, in a chair.

# Duringtheday:2hoursproneinadarkenedroom,1houreithersittingupinbedor,later on, in a chair.

# Passive exercise; i.e., arms and legs being moved by an assistant.

# Passive exercise; i.e., arms and legs being moved by an assistant.

# Passivemassage:Assistantusingtheflatsideofthreefingerslightlymassagestheskin and especially of the back. Second Three Weeks

# Passivemassage:Assistantusingtheflatsideofthreefingerslightlymassagestheskin and especially of the back. Second Three Weeks

# Diet same as above.

# Diet same as above.

# Client began simple exercises and extended walking to about one block.

# Client began simple exercises and extended walking to about one block.

# Daily sunbathing when possible.

# Daily sunbathing when possible.

# Up all morning. Two-hour nap after lunch. Got ready for bed immediately after third meal of day, at about 7 p.m. Before the tenth week had passed, this client was able to walk a mile with ease. Almost three years have passed during which time she has taken no medication and has not had a single angina attack. Her physician requested her to go over her diet with the hospital dietitian and stated that he would like to try it on some other patients. Her EKG and other signs continue to stand up well under examination. Mrs. R. D. is now in her late sixties and travelling all over the country! The past is a closed book. This recovery is remarkable in that it took place in a cold, largely hostile climate. It shows the tremendous healing powers present within even a badly-abused body and how, when given the tools, the body will accomplish almost the impossible, restoring to even the very sick the opportunity to enjoy many more productive years of healthful living.

# Up all morning. Two-hour nap after lunch. Got ready for bed immediately after third meal of day, at about 7 p.m.

Before the tenth week had passed, this client was able to walk a mile with ease. Almost three years have passed during which time she has taken no medication and has not had a single angina attack. Her physician requested her to go over her diet with the hospital dietitian and stated that he would like to try it on some other patients. Her EKG and other signs continue to stand up well under examination. Mrs. R. D. is now in her late sixties and travelling all over the country! The past is a closed book. This recovery is remarkable in that it took place in a cold, largely hostile climate. It shows the tremendous healing powers present within even a badly-abused body and how, when given the tools, the body will accomplish almost the impossible, restoring to even the very sick the opportunity to enjoy many more productive years of healthful living.

== Article #1: Inward Time by Alexis Carrel, M.D. ==

== Article #1: Inward Time by Alexis Carrel, M.D. ==

Whatever our sufferings, our joys, and the agitation of the world may be, our organs do not modify their inward rhythm to any great extent. The chemical exchanges of the cells and the humors continue imperturbably. The blood pulsates in the arteries and flows at an almost constant speed in the innumerable capillaries of the tissues. There is an impressive difference between the regularity of the phenomena taking place within our body and the extreme variability of our environment. Our organic states are very steady. But this stability is not equivalent to a condition of rest, or equilibrium. It is due, on the contrary, to the unceasing activity of the entire organism. To maintain the constancy of the blood’s composition and the regularity of its circulation, an immense number of physiological processes are required. The tranquility of the tissues is assured by the converging efforts of all the functional systems. And the more irregular and violent our life, the greater are these efforts. For the brutality of our relations with the cosmic world must never trouble the peace of the cells and humors of our inner world.

Whatever our sufferings, our joys, and the agitation of the world may be, our organs do not modify their inward rhythm to any great extent. The chemical exchanges of the cells and the humors continue imperturbably. The blood pulsates in the arteries and flows at an almost constant speed in the innumerable capillaries of the tissues. There is an impressive difference between the regularity of the phenomena taking place within our body and the extreme variability of our environment. Our organic states are very steady. But this stability is not equivalent to a condition of rest, or equilibrium. It is due, on the contrary, to the unceasing activity of the entire organism. To maintain the constancy of the blood’s composition and the regularity of its circulation, an immense number of physiological processes are required. The tranquility of the tissues is assured by the converging efforts of all the functional systems. And the more irregular and violent our life, the greater are these efforts. For the brutality of our relations with the cosmic world must never trouble the peace of the cells and humors of our inner world.

As extracted from his major work, Man, the Unknown. Out of Print.

'''As extracted from his major work, Man, the Unknown. ''Out of Print.'''''

== Article #2: Overnutrition—All About Protein by The Doctors McCarter ==

== Article #2: Overnutrition—All About Protein by The Doctors McCarter ==

It has been shown by many researchers that dietary habits powerfully determine the particular lifestyle and character of peoples. Walker, for example, quotes from research originally reported by R.A. Dart in 1953 as follows with regard to Australopithecus (an early man):

It has been shown by many researchers that dietary habits powerfully determine the particular lifestyle and character of peoples. Walker, for example, quotes from research originally reported by R.A. Dart in 1953 as follows with regard to Australopithecus (an early man):

“... carnivorous creatures, that seized living quarries by violence, battered them to death, tore apart their broken bodies, disembodied them limb from limb, slaking their

“... carnivorous creatures, that seized living quarries by violence, battered them to death, tore apart their broken bodies, disembodied them limb from limb, slaking their ravenous thirst with the hot blood of victims and greedily devouring livid writhing flesh.”

 

ravenous thirst with the hot blood of victims and greedily devouring livid writhing flesh.”

Many modern studies have showed the relationship between diet and hyper-kinetic behavior and how chemicals added to food can relate to adverse neurotic tendencies. Other studies have related depression, inability to sleep, loss of memory, moods in general to dietary insufficiences or excesses of one kind or another. Dr. Brian Morgan, an assistant professor at Columbia University’s Institute of Human Nutrition in New York City, is reported to have said that, “You can affect your mood and behavior by the kinds of foods that you eat.” Natural Hygiene has long held this view as have your authors.

Many modern studies have showed the relationship between diet and hyper-kinetic behavior and how chemicals added to food can relate to adverse neurotic tendencies. Other studies have related depression, inability to sleep, loss of memory, moods in general to dietary insufficiences or excesses of one kind or another. Dr. Brian Morgan, an assistant professor at Columbia University’s Institute of Human Nutrition in New York City, is reported to have said that, “You can affect your mood and behavior by the kinds of foods that you eat.” Natural Hygiene has long held this view as have your authors.

It is an impressive fact that most ailments in persons can be, in part, prevented by properly regulating diet, by avoiding overindulgence in food and alcoholic beverages, by controlling the weight within normal limits, by taking mild physical exercise and leading a normal mental existence, free from excessive nervous strain or emotional disturbances.

It is an impressive fact that most ailments in persons can be, in part, prevented by properly regulating diet, by avoiding overindulgence in food and alcoholic beverages, by controlling the weight within normal limits, by taking mild physical exercise and leading a normal mental existence, free from excessive nervous strain or emotional disturbances.

Our modern mode of living has much to do with involving us in what is known in medicine as a vicious cycle. At the age of thirty or so, a young person becomes deeply engrossed in his career. Exercise is soon curtailed, but since the nervous system craves

Our modern mode of living has much to do with involving us in what is known in medicine as a vicious cycle. At the age of thirty or so, a young person becomes deeply engrossed in his career. Exercise is soon curtailed, but since the nervous system craves some form of amusement and diversion, the pleasures of the table and the soothing action of tobacco or the stimulating influence of alcoholic beverages are substituted. In consequence, the weight increases, the appetite enlarges, and there is further disinclination to physical exercise, a deeper absorption in the business of and readier yielding to the temptations of food, tobacco, and wine; and so, endlessly, he whirls tighter with each revolution. As a result, at the age of fifty or sixty, he is likely to find himself the possessor of a fortune, a large abdomen, a bad heart, and a pair of damaged kidneys.

 

some form of amusement and diversion, the pleasures of the table and the soothing action of tobacco or the stimulating influence of alcoholic beverages are substituted. In consequence, the weight increases, the appetite enlarges, and there is further disinclination to physical exercise, a deeper absorption in the business of and readier yielding to the temptations of food, tobacco, and wine; and so, endlessly, he whirls tighter with each revolution. As a result, at the age of fifty or sixty, he is likely to find himself the possessor of a fortune, a large abdomen, a bad heart, and a pair of damaged kidneys.

From the standpoint of health the chief enemy of young people is tuberculosis; of the middle-aged, personal neglect. The middle age diseases such as chronic heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, are painless, and their onset usually gradual and insidious. If one relies upon some signal from within to be warned of the impending danger, however, there is a risk of these conditions developing to the extent of causing irreparable damage before their presence is known. Good heredity and robust, constitutions are no guarantee of long life. The desire not to know if anything is wrong is cowardly and stupid.

From the standpoint of health the chief enemy of young people is tuberculosis; of the middle-aged, personal neglect. The middle age diseases such as chronic heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, are painless, and their onset usually gradual and insidious. If one relies upon some signal from within to be warned of the impending danger, however, there is a risk of these conditions developing to the extent of causing irreparable damage before their presence is known. Good heredity and robust, constitutions are no guarantee of long life. The desire not to know if anything is wrong is cowardly and stupid.

In order to effect weight reduction intelligently, an elementary knowledge of food and food values is necessary. With regard to protein, this Encylcopedia comments, “The average person uses too much protein. If protein is taken to excess, the body is unable to split up this food completely into harmless end products; instead, certain irritating substances are produced which have a harmful action on vital organs of the body, particularly the kidneys.” With regard to fats, “Fat is the most difficult food for the body to digest and consume. The energy of fat is released slowly and those who eat fats excessively become sluggish mentally and physically.”

In order to effect weight reduction intelligently, an elementary knowledge of food and food values is necessary. With regard to protein, this Encylcopedia comments, “The average person uses too much protein. If protein is taken to excess, the body is unable to split up this food completely into harmless end products; instead, certain irritating substances are produced which have a harmful action on vital organs of the body, particularly the kidneys.” With regard to fats, “Fat is the most difficult food for the body to digest and consume. The energy of fat is released slowly and those who eat fats excessively become sluggish mentally and physically.”

“If your work demands much physical effort, such as that of a laborer or farmer, this is not necessary except when you are not working. But the man doing office work must do some physical work daily to insure good health. Past the age of 40 the best exercise is walking. Five miles a day is not too much, provided you start out by walking a mile the first week and increasing it a mile a week until you are doing the five miles. Golf playing is good, not once a week, but daily. In the summertime, an hour or two in the

“If your work demands much physical effort, such as that of a laborer or farmer, this is not necessary except when you are not working. But the man doing office work must do some physical work daily to insure good health. Past the age of 40 the best exercise is walking. Five miles a day is not too much, provided you start out by walking a mile the first week and increasing it a mile a week until you are doing the five miles. Golf playing is good, not once a week, but daily. In the summertime, an hour or two in the garden, hoeing, etc., may be substituted for walking. Do not attempt the more strenuous exercises after the age of 40, and remember that outdoor exercise is better than indoor.”

 

garden, hoeing, etc., may be substituted for walking. Do not attempt the more strenuous exercises after the age of 40, and remember that outdoor exercise is better than indoor.”

== Article #4: Why Exercise? ==

== Article #4: Why Exercise? ==

“Why exercise?” We all want to keep the vigor of youth. Exercise is a means to that end, but we must exercise regularly to get the full benefits. Before the dawn of civilization mankind was not troubled by the need for exercise. Our forefathers, in the dim ages long passed, had to exercise to live—to get their food, to fight off enemies. Today we no longer depend on hunting and fishing for our food. Large numbers of us sit at desks or tend machines. We ride in automobiles, trains, elevators. The enemies of. primitive life do not bother us. And the result is that most of us do not get the amount and variety of physical activity which the human body needs.

“Why exercise?” We all want to keep the vigor of youth. Exercise is a means to that end, but we must exercise regularly to get the full benefits. Before the dawn of civilization mankind was not troubled by the need for exercise. Our forefathers, in the dim ages long passed, had to exercise to live—to get their food, to fight off enemies. Today we no longer depend on hunting and fishing for our food. Large numbers of us sit at desks or tend machines. We ride in automobiles, trains, elevators. The enemies of. primitive life do not bother us. And the result is that most of us do not get the amount and variety of physical activity which the human body needs.

The suppleness of limb and the untiring vigor developed in the play and sports of childhood soon tend to pass with advancing years. Our daily work often requires little or no muscular activity—or, perhaps, the use of only a limited number of muscles. And so we must make up for this lack in our off-work hours. We must deliberately choose to exercise if we would enjoy its benefits. As we grow older it becomes all too easy to take us little exercise as possible, despite the fact that this is the time when a certain amount of exercise is very much needed. It is needed to keep the heart and lungs in prime condition—to keep the circulation active—to improve digestion and elimination—to preserve a healthful and attractive posture. In short, it helps to insure proper functioning of the whole body—to keep us full of vigor and feeling fit.”

The suppleness of limb and the untiring vigor developed in the play and sports of childhood soon tend to pass with advancing years. Our daily work often requires little or no muscular activity—or, perhaps, the use of only a limited number of muscles. And so we must make up for this lack in our off-work hours. We must deliberately choose to exercise if we would enjoy its benefits. As we grow older it becomes all too easy to take us little exercise as possible, despite the fact that this is the time when a certain amount of exercise is very much needed. It is needed to keep the heart and lungs in prime condition—to keep the circulation active—to improve digestion and elimination—to preserve a healthful and attractive posture. In short, it helps to insure proper functioning of the whole body—to keep us full of vigor and feeling fit.”

Dr. Robert’s Daily Exercises

=== Dr. Robert’s Daily Exercises ===

 

# Twisting. Hands on hips. Turn to the right, then to the left. Up to 100 times.

# Twisting. Hands on hips. Turn to the right, then to the left. Up to 100 times.

# Dr. Tilden’s face and neck exercises. Turn head first to right, then to left. 10 times each. Move head backwards as far as it will comfortably go. Return to chest. 10 times. Move head to right shoulder, then to left shoulder. 10 times.

# Dr. Tilden’s face and neck exercises. Turn head first to right, then to left. 10 times each. Move head backwards as far as it will comfortably go. Return to chest. 10 times. Move head to right shoulder, then to left shoulder. 10 times.

# Rotate shoulders, first in one direction, then in opposite direction. 20 times.

# Rotate shoulders, first in one direction, then in opposite direction. 20 times.

# Raise shoulders to ear level. 10 times.

# Raise shoulders to ear level. 10 times.

# Extendarmsforwardtohorizontalposition.Rotatehandsasrapidlyaspossibleuntilrea sonably tired. Extend arms to full vertical position and repeat same exercise. Extend arms to horizontal position to side and repeat same exercise.

# Extend arms forward to horizontal position.Rotate hands as rapidly as possible until reasonably tired. Extend arms to full vertical position and repeat same exercise. Extend arms to horizontal position to side and repeat same exercise.

# Shadow box for two to three minutes.

# Shadow box for two to three minutes.

# Rotate arms in full circle simultaneously crossing the chest. 25 times. Using dumbbells (start with 5 pounders and increase poundage as soon as ten Reps are comfortably achieved): Bend over at waist. Dumbbells in hand, bend arms at elbow. 10 reps. In standing position. Repeat.

# Rotate arms in full circle simultaneously crossing the chest. 25 times. Using dumbbells (start with 5 pounders and increase poundage as soon as ten Reps are comfortably achieved): Bend over at waist. Dumbbells in hand, bend arms at elbow. 10 reps. In standing position. Repeat.

# Using both dumbbells elevate to overhead position and return to shoulder. 10 reps. Extend dumbbells out to side from hip position to shoulder position. 10 Reps. Shadow box with 10 pounders.

# Using both dumbbells elevate to overhead position and return to shoulder. 10 reps. Extend dumbbells out to side from hip position to shoulder position. 10 Reps. Shadow box with 10 pounders.

# Windmill. Touch right toe with left hand, then left toe with right hand. 20 Reps.

# Windmill. Touch right toe with left hand, then left toe with right hand. 20 Reps.

# Deep knee bends. 20 Reps.

# Deep knee bends. 20 Reps.

# Ridebicycle.25times.Inbicycleposition,10bendingofkneesandpushuptoextended  vertical position. 25 times.

# Ride bicycle. 25 times. In bicycle position, 10 bending of knees and push-up to extended vertical position. 25 times.

# Aerobic dancing. Tap dancing to music. 5 to 10 minutes.

# Aerobic dancing. Tap dancing to music. 5 to 10 minutes.

# Running in place. 10 minutes.

# Running in place. 10 minutes.