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= Lesson 63 - Nutrition And The Hair =

= Lesson 63 - Nutrition And The Hair =

== Introduction ==

== Introduction ==

Just the other day, while driving across Tucson, we were listening to the comments of Dr. Tony Grant, Ph.D., a well-known psychologist. Dr. Grant remarked that she often gets quite disturbed because medical doctors so often try to advise their patients on mat- ters that rightfully should be referred to a trained psychologist. She went on to say that medical doctors receive little or no training in psychology and that, therefore, they are really not competent to offer advice in that very specialized discipline.

Just the other day, while driving across Tucson, we were listening to the comments of Dr. Tony Grant, Ph.D., a well-known psychologist. Dr. Grant remarked that she often gets quite disturbed because medical doctors so often try to advise their patients on mat- ters that rightfully should be referred to a trained psychologist. She went on to say that medical doctors receive little or no training in psychology and that, therefore, they are really not competent to offer advice in that very specialized discipline.

All persons are much aware of how important it is to possess a fine head of healthy hair. An abundant crop of hair possessing body and sheen is a mark of health and beauty which sets members of both sexes and both the old and the young apart from the crowd. In this lesson we will learn the beauty secrets of the ages. We will learn how to care for the hair the only truly scientific way, the Hygienic way.

All persons are much aware of how important it is to possess a fine head of healthy hair. An abundant crop of hair possessing body and sheen is a mark of health and beauty which sets members of both sexes and both the old and the young apart from the crowd. In this lesson we will learn the beauty secrets of the ages. We will learn how to care for the hair the only truly scientific way, the Hygienic way.

63.2. Structure Of The Hair

== Structure Of The Hair ==

 

All mammals possess hair of some kind. Like the nails and the many sudoriferous (sweat) and sebaceous (oil-secreting) glands, the hair is considered to be an appendage of the skin (something which is considered a proper part of a greater whole). Some ani- mals have smooth hair, some stiff bristle-like outgrowths; still others, pointed spines.

All mammals possess hair of some kind. Like the nails and the many sudoriferous (sweat) and sebaceous (oil-secreting) glands, the hair is considered to be an appendage of the skin (something which is considered a proper part of a greater whole). Some ani- mals have smooth hair, some stiff bristle-like outgrowths; still others, pointed spines.

Brown hair, on the other hand, has more carbon and a small amount of oxygen and sulphur, interestingly enough white hair contains high quantities of calcium phosphate. In white hair the pigment ratio is reduced and the pigment replaced by tiny air bubbles.

Brown hair, on the other hand, has more carbon and a small amount of oxygen and sulphur, interestingly enough white hair contains high quantities of calcium phosphate. In white hair the pigment ratio is reduced and the pigment replaced by tiny air bubbles.

63.3. Some Common Disorders

== Some Common Disorders ==

 

 

Disorders of the shaft or follicle can cause either of two extremes: abnormal growth of the hair or abnormal or premature falling out of the hair. The latter is often incorrectly, we believe, attributed to the aging process and should, more properly, be attributed to a failure to nourish and take care of the hair.

Disorders of the shaft or follicle can cause either of two extremes: abnormal growth of the hair or abnormal or premature falling out of the hair. The latter is often incorrectly, we believe, attributed to the aging process and should, more properly, be attributed to a failure to nourish and take care of the hair.

In a few cases excessive hair growth has been traced to a tumor on an adrenal gland or to some malfunctioning of another of the endocrine glands, specifically, the pituitary, the thyroid and/or the ovary. However, medical researchers tend to leave the problem- solving there without tracing the actual cause of such malfunctioning: namely, a toxic condition of the body.

In a few cases excessive hair growth has been traced to a tumor on an adrenal gland or to some malfunctioning of another of the endocrine glands, specifically, the pituitary, the thyroid and/or the ovary. However, medical researchers tend to leave the problem- solving there without tracing the actual cause of such malfunctioning: namely, a toxic condition of the body.

63.3.1 Baldness

=== Baldness ===

 

It would appear that young men are increasingly bald. Few males seem to reach ma- turity without some hair loss. In fact, implants and the fitting of toupees is a growing and lucrative business and appears to be a phenomenon of our times. A normal head of hair, thick and luxurious, is indicative of a sound body. The appearance of baldness is believed to be indicative of systemic deterioration being manifested in the cranial area.

It would appear that young men are increasingly bald. Few males seem to reach ma- turity without some hair loss. In fact, implants and the fitting of toupees is a growing and lucrative business and appears to be a phenomenon of our times. A normal head of hair, thick and luxurious, is indicative of a sound body. The appearance of baldness is believed to be indicative of systemic deterioration being manifested in the cranial area.

Dr. Art Mollen, a Phoenix osteopathic physician and a firm believer in the benefits to be derived from regular paced jogging, does not see much prospect of extending the human life span. Pottenger’s experiments with cats at Yale showed that it takes several generations to witness the results of good eating as well as of poor eating. The goal of Hygienists should be to share their knowledge with all peoples so that, generation by generation, the human population can grow into a state of health which we presently can only envisage. Then perhaps we can prove that the Dr. Mollens of this world are wrong. As practitioners we see too many miracles resulting from following after the principles of Natural Hygiene not to believe that we can extend the life span in full health and per- haps more than double its present length.

Dr. Art Mollen, a Phoenix osteopathic physician and a firm believer in the benefits to be derived from regular paced jogging, does not see much prospect of extending the human life span. Pottenger’s experiments with cats at Yale showed that it takes several generations to witness the results of good eating as well as of poor eating. The goal of Hygienists should be to share their knowledge with all peoples so that, generation by generation, the human population can grow into a state of health which we presently can only envisage. Then perhaps we can prove that the Dr. Mollens of this world are wrong. As practitioners we see too many miracles resulting from following after the principles of Natural Hygiene not to believe that we can extend the life span in full health and per- haps more than double its present length.

63.4. How To Care For The Hair

== How To Care For The Hair ==

 

The first and primary requirement for improving the condition of the hair and scalp is to cleanse the body fluids, the blood and lymph, of their toxic load, preferably by fasting or, more slowly, by the McCarter Extended Detoxification Method as detailed later in this lesson or by some similar method.

The first and primary requirement for improving the condition of the hair and scalp is to cleanse the body fluids, the blood and lymph, of their toxic load, preferably by fasting or, more slowly, by the McCarter Extended Detoxification Method as detailed later in this lesson or by some similar method.

Make frequent rinsing of the hair a part of your personal daintiness program. It is the simple Hygienic physical habits that add up, in time, to major health benefits. Adopt a daily routine of cleanliness and begin to reap its rewards. As Margery Wilson once wrote, “Everyone knows that youth and strength depend on water, vegetables, fruit, ex- ercise, and a high heart and mind.” The best beauty treatment for the hair that makes real scientific sense is a combination of a lifestyle and eating regimen best suited to human wellness; in other words, full application of what is presented in this course of study. The discipline of Natural Hygiene is the only discipline that recognizes the fact that nu- trition represents the sum total of ALL body processes and cannot accept any attempt to separate or isolate any part of the life process as anything other than foolishness. And, it must be emphasized that proper care of the hair and scalp, just as with the entire body, should begin with the first meal and the life routines of the first day after birth. If these be optimal and continue to be day after day and throughout life, then life itself can be no less.

Make frequent rinsing of the hair a part of your personal daintiness program. It is the simple Hygienic physical habits that add up, in time, to major health benefits. Adopt a daily routine of cleanliness and begin to reap its rewards. As Margery Wilson once wrote, “Everyone knows that youth and strength depend on water, vegetables, fruit, ex- ercise, and a high heart and mind.” The best beauty treatment for the hair that makes real scientific sense is a combination of a lifestyle and eating regimen best suited to human wellness; in other words, full application of what is presented in this course of study. The discipline of Natural Hygiene is the only discipline that recognizes the fact that nu- trition represents the sum total of ALL body processes and cannot accept any attempt to separate or isolate any part of the life process as anything other than foolishness. And, it must be emphasized that proper care of the hair and scalp, just as with the entire body, should begin with the first meal and the life routines of the first day after birth. If these be optimal and continue to be day after day and throughout life, then life itself can be no less.

63.5. Establishing The Client-Practitioner Relationship

== Establishing The Client-Practitioner Relationship ==

 

 

 

Even though the disorder of immediate concern to the client may be limited to the skin, scalp, or hair, the knowledgeable practitioner well understands that any diseased state affecting these areas indicates an eliminative effort of some dimension. He also un- derstands that the entire system is burdened with a degree of toxicosis which is, at pre- sent, unknown and that it is this toxic condition which must first be addressed before the disorder which has brought the client to your office and which is localized outwardly, can be controlled.

Even though the disorder of immediate concern to the client may be limited to the skin, scalp, or hair, the knowledgeable practitioner well understands that any diseased state affecting these areas indicates an eliminative effort of some dimension. He also un- derstands that the entire system is burdened with a degree of toxicosis which is, at pre- sent, unknown and that it is this toxic condition which must first be addressed before the disorder which has brought the client to your office and which is localized outwardly, can be controlled.

We recommend that, on first meeting, the client be given an understanding of the fact that as you work with him you will, in general, proceed with four specific goals in mind, all bearing directly on his present condition.

We recommend that, on first meeting, the client be given an understanding of the fact that as you work with him you will, in general, proceed with four specific goals in mind, all bearing directly on his present condition.

63.5.1 The Hygienist’s and Life’s Four-Fold Program for Superior Health!

=== The Hygienist’s and Life’s Four-Fold Program for Superior Health! ===

 

# To discontinue all things, habits, foods, etc., which are acknowledged by the scientific community to be harmful to the human life process; to reduce or completely remove all undue stressors.

# To discontinue all things, habits, foods, etc., which are acknowledged by the scientific community to be harmful to the human life process; to reduce or completely remove all undue stressors.

# Toimprovethelifestylesothatitincludesonlythosepracticeswhichareacknowledged by the scientific community to be health-promoting, such requisites of organic existence as:

# Toimprovethelifestylesothatitincludesonlythosepracticeswhichareacknowledged by the scientific community to be health-promoting, such requisites of organic existence as:

# To modify the diet slowly or rapidly as the individual client can adapt so that it even- tually includes only those foods that are known to be biologically acceptable to humans and to instruct by means of educational materials written in lay terms so that the client will learn how to combine his foods correctly so as to maximize nutrient acceptance and utilization.

# To modify the diet slowly or rapidly as the individual client can adapt so that it even- tually includes only those foods that are known to be biologically acceptable to humans and to instruct by means of educational materials written in lay terms so that the client will learn how to combine his foods correctly so as to maximize nutrient acceptance and utilization.

# Todetoxifythebody;thatis,toeliminatefromthebodyanyexistingabnormalamounts of toxic metabolites (wastes) so that the fluids of the body, including the blood, will again flow free and clean, able to collect, transport, and remove all excess acid waste debris because it itself is no longer so saturated with “sludge” that it lacks the ability to transport waste matter to the eliminating depots; or because the liver and kidneys are presently so overloaded that they cannot adequately perform their normal filtering and other life-preserving duties.  Dr. Lester Breslow, dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Califor- nia at Los Angeles, stated in 1975, as follows: “I firmly believe the American people are depending far too much on their doctors to stay healthy.” He went on to comment that “all of us must take more responsibility for our own health—the choices we make in our daily life with regard to certain personal habits.”  It is this concept that the Hygienic practitioner must convey to his new clients; that the client is now embarking on a wonderful adventure that will not only correct his pre- sent annoying symptoms but one that will also open countless numbers of doors and joys to him and provide a future in which he can enjoy a hitherto undreamed of new dimen- sion of health.  We have found that having the four-fold program printed and then given to the client helps him to stay on course. We suggest to our clients that they paste the list on a bath- room mirror or perhaps, even better, on the refrigerator door or some other place where

# Todetoxifythebody;thatis,toeliminatefromthebodyanyexistingabnormalamounts of toxic metabolites (wastes) so that the fluids of the body, including the blood, will again flow free and clean, able to collect, transport, and remove all excess acid waste debris because it itself is no longer so saturated with “sludge” that it lacks the ability to transport waste matter to the eliminating depots; or because the liver and kidneys are presently so overloaded that they cannot adequately perform their normal filtering and other life-preserving duties.   

 

Dr. Lester Breslow, dean of the School of Public Health at the University of Califor- nia at Los Angeles, stated in 1975, as follows: “I firmly believe the American people are depending far too much on their doctors to stay healthy.” He went on to comment that “all of us must take more responsibility for our own health—the choices we make in our daily life with regard to certain personal habits.”  It is this concept that the Hygienic practitioner must convey to his new clients; that the client is now embarking on a wonderful adventure that will not only correct his pre- sent annoying symptoms but one that will also open countless numbers of doors and joys to him and provide a future in which he can enjoy a hitherto undreamed of new dimen- sion of health.  We have found that having the four-fold program printed and then given to the client helps him to stay on course. We suggest to our clients that they paste the list on a bath- room mirror or perhaps, even better, on the refrigerator door or some other place where they cannot help but be reminded day by day that they have begun a new way of life, one that has untold promise.

they cannot help but be reminded day by day that they have begun a new way of life, one that has untold promise.

The World Health Organization defines health as “physical, mental, social well-be- ing, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” We can add that our goal is inner peace and really this is the ultimate goal!

The World Health Organization defines health as “physical, mental, social well-be- ing, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” We can add that our goal is inner peace and really this is the ultimate goal!

Rarely are diseases of the scalp and hair life-threatening. Perhaps it is for this reason that presentation of the fourfold action plan is so important. It helps clients to understand that their present condition is remedial, not by outwardly or inwardly applied substances, but rather a condition in which the body can constructively redirect its energies and fac- ulties to restoring high-level health. The plan teaches how to provide the tools.

Rarely are diseases of the scalp and hair life-threatening. Perhaps it is for this reason that presentation of the fourfold action plan is so important. It helps clients to understand that their present condition is remedial, not by outwardly or inwardly applied substances, but rather a condition in which the body can constructively redirect its energies and fac- ulties to restoring high-level health. The plan teaches how to provide the tools.

63.5.2 The Consultation

=== The Consultation ===

 

When the client makes his first contact and requests a consultation, he should be asked to provide you with a diet profile which covers a minimum period of one week plus a personal and medical history. An office form may be mailed to him which he can fill out prior to his appointment. These may then be brought to the office for your con- sideration.

When the client makes his first contact and requests a consultation, he should be asked to provide you with a diet profile which covers a minimum period of one week plus a personal and medical history. An office form may be mailed to him which he can fill out prior to his appointment. These may then be brought to the office for your con- sideration.

63.5.2.1 Inquiry

==== Inquiry ====

 

The first meeting should open with the inquiry.

The first meeting should open with the inquiry.

The first meeting is critical. It is at this time that the Hygienic practitioner must im- part to the client, both by action and by deed, the fact that he empathizes with the client and also that he has a solution to offer. However, let us point out at this juncture that, while the Hygienic practitioner should listen, should empathize, and then give of his best advice, he must also learn that, once the client leaves his office, the responsibility from that point on rests with the client to put all recommendations into practice; in other words, to carry the ball. If the practitioner does not learn to do this, he will soon “burn out” emotionally.

The first meeting is critical. It is at this time that the Hygienic practitioner must im- part to the client, both by action and by deed, the fact that he empathizes with the client and also that he has a solution to offer. However, let us point out at this juncture that, while the Hygienic practitioner should listen, should empathize, and then give of his best advice, he must also learn that, once the client leaves his office, the responsibility from that point on rests with the client to put all recommendations into practice; in other words, to carry the ball. If the practitioner does not learn to do this, he will soon “burn out” emotionally.

63.5.2.2 Visual Examination

==== Visual Examination ====

 

Following the inquiry comes the visual examination.

Following the inquiry comes the visual examination.

We recommend that a good quality magnifying glass with a handle be used for this close examination. Notes should be made as to size of pustules, if any, the precise loca- tion of any affected areas, and the size of the area affected, not for diagnostic purposes, but rather to assist you in evaluating the on-going improvement in the condition as the client responds to Hygienic measures correctly applied. Such records are also important in the event that you are called upon to explain procedure.

We recommend that a good quality magnifying glass with a handle be used for this close examination. Notes should be made as to size of pustules, if any, the precise loca- tion of any affected areas, and the size of the area affected, not for diagnostic purposes, but rather to assist you in evaluating the on-going improvement in the condition as the client responds to Hygienic measures correctly applied. Such records are also important in the event that you are called upon to explain procedure.

63.5.3 Kinds of Clients

=== Kinds of Clients ===

 

Clients who consult you regarding diseases of the hair and scalp, generally fall into two types:

Clients who consult you regarding diseases of the hair and scalp, generally fall into two types:

# Theelderlywhohavelongbeenaccustomedtodoingthingsinacertainway.Thesein- dividuals have well etched habit nerve pathways and require careful handling if success is to be achieved.

# Theelderlywhohavelongbeenaccustomedtodoingthingsinacertainway.Thesein- dividuals have well etched habit nerve pathways and require careful handling if success is to be achieved.

# Personswhoconsidertheirconditionremedialbytheuseof“medicines,”eventhough they may have met with repeated failures. These individuals are still searching for a “cure.” They must be deprogrammed and reeducated in the true ways of health and heal- ing.  Through experience one learns to evaluate the particular category in which a client belongs. Once this has been accomplished, it is possible to proceed in a planned orderly way.  63.5.3.1 Group One  All diseases are serious, of course. Milder hair and scalp disorders often represent a beginning, a foretaste of more involved pathologies that will most certainly arise if re- medial steps are not instigated. The present condition, mild or serious, represents an at- tempt by the body to cleanse itself of a burden which is too great for the body to handle by usual eliminating procedures.  Fortunately members of this group have confidence in you and will follow your in- structions. For these clients we immediately recommend a prolonged fast, the time sug- gested depending upon client response, emotionally and physically, to this procedure. We particularly recommend a prolonged fast in cases of psoriasis and chronic eczema and especially when these conditions have seated themselves on the scalp and are ac- companied by severe itching and/or flaking. Remedial fasting will do what topical appli- cations can never do, get at the cause of the trouble, whether it be in the constitution of the individual, in a deranged metabolic inner state, simply a state of hypersensitiveness, an injury of some kind, or the presence of imbedded fungus spores. Fasting represents do-it-yourself surgery: cutting out the cause.  According to Otto H. F. Buchinger, M.D., fasting is always the remedy of choice in cases of eczema and psoriasis and that most persons will respond favorably provided that they have not had recourse to many of such heroic treatments as the constant appli- cation of highly-irritating substances over a prolonged period of time or to radiological procedures as, for example, X rays.  Buchinger points out, and we have also observed this same fact, that quite often even following a prolonged fast, patches of eczema and psoriasis will persist, these represent- ing “safety-valves,” to quote him, the means whereby the body leaves a way open for exudation of wastes should the need arise. These small patches serve as a reminder to the afflicted person not to relax in the ways of health.  We are reminded of one client whose face and scalp were covered with psoriatic patches before fasting. After several short fasts, the scalp entirely cleared but a minute patch remained behind each car. This particular person enjoyed golfing and meeting with friends after a match at the “19th hole” to talk about common subjects of interest and to

# Personswhoconsidertheirconditionremedialbytheuseof“medicines,”eventhough they may have met with repeated failures. These individuals are still searching for a “cure.” They must be deprogrammed and reeducated in the true ways of health and heal- ing.  Through experience one learns to evaluate the particular category in which a client belongs. Once this has been accomplished, it is possible to proceed in a planned orderly way.   

 

==== Group One  ====

All diseases are serious, of course. Milder hair and scalp disorders often represent a beginning, a foretaste of more involved pathologies that will most certainly arise if re- medial steps are not instigated. The present condition, mild or serious, represents an at- tempt by the body to cleanse itself of a burden which is too great for the body to handle by usual eliminating procedures.  Fortunately members of this group have confidence in you and will follow your in- structions. For these clients we immediately recommend a prolonged fast, the time sug- gested depending upon client response, emotionally and physically, to this procedure. We particularly recommend a prolonged fast in cases of psoriasis and chronic eczema and especially when these conditions have seated themselves on the scalp and are ac- companied by severe itching and/or flaking. Remedial fasting will do what topical appli- cations can never do, get at the cause of the trouble, whether it be in the constitution of the individual, in a deranged metabolic inner state, simply a state of hypersensitiveness, an injury of some kind, or the presence of imbedded fungus spores. Fasting represents do-it-yourself surgery: cutting out the cause.  According to Otto H. F. Buchinger, M.D., fasting is always the remedy of choice in cases of eczema and psoriasis and that most persons will respond favorably provided that they have not had recourse to many of such heroic treatments as the constant appli- cation of highly-irritating substances over a prolonged period of time or to radiological procedures as, for example, X rays.  Buchinger points out, and we have also observed this same fact, that quite often even following a prolonged fast, patches of eczema and psoriasis will persist, these represent- ing “safety-valves,” to quote him, the means whereby the body leaves a way open for exudation of wastes should the need arise. These small patches serve as a reminder to the afflicted person not to relax in the ways of health.  We are reminded of one client whose face and scalp were covered with psoriatic patches before fasting. After several short fasts, the scalp entirely cleared but a minute patch remained behind each car. This particular person enjoyed golfing and meeting with friends after a match at the “19th hole” to talk about common subjects of interest and to

have a beer. Invariably, a day or so later, these patches would enlarge, a silent reminder that obtaining health represents a commitment to a lifetime of correct living.

have a beer. Invariably, a day or so later, these patches would enlarge, a silent reminder that obtaining health represents a commitment to a lifetime of correct living.

One of our clients, after beginning a greatly improved dietary regimen, found that he began to develop small lumps in several places on his scalp. We suggested he increase his exercise periods and also to include more aerobic exercises. He did so and, within six months, the lumps disappeared. No other changes were made. We believe that the more consistent influx of nutrients to cells and removal of wastes accomplished by consistent and vigorous exercise periods has much to do with improving the condition of the scalp and the texture of the hair. The fruitarian diet, of course, has been shown to provide all the nutrients required by humans for maximum health.

One of our clients, after beginning a greatly improved dietary regimen, found that he began to develop small lumps in several places on his scalp. We suggested he increase his exercise periods and also to include more aerobic exercises. He did so and, within six months, the lumps disappeared. No other changes were made. We believe that the more consistent influx of nutrients to cells and removal of wastes accomplished by consistent and vigorous exercise periods has much to do with improving the condition of the scalp and the texture of the hair. The fruitarian diet, of course, has been shown to provide all the nutrients required by humans for maximum health.

63.5.3.2 Group Two

==== Group Two ====

 

In the practical arena of dealing with individuals long accustomed to following after demographically programmed and controlled masses, the new Hygienist will often find many who will seek his services with mental and emotional reservations. Many will have been given false impressions of fasting and relate it to starving. Many of these indi- viduals will have reached their present sorry state after years of medical dependency and mismanagement but, nevertheless, they are literally afraid to undertake a fast and should they try would only do so with great trepidation and fear, a condition which could lead to emotional disturbances which, in turn, could negate the benefits which might accrue to the fasting client if s/he were only better prepared for the experience. In such cases, a more extended approach should be thoughtfully considered and, in many cases, adopted. Such a slower method will accomplish its purpose, detoxification, the cleansing of the body fluids, albeit more slowly. The McCarter Extended Detoxification Regimen repre- sents such a method.

In the practical arena of dealing with individuals long accustomed to following after demographically programmed and controlled masses, the new Hygienist will often find many who will seek his services with mental and emotional reservations. Many will have been given false impressions of fasting and relate it to starving. Many of these indi- viduals will have reached their present sorry state after years of medical dependency and mismanagement but, nevertheless, they are literally afraid to undertake a fast and should they try would only do so with great trepidation and fear, a condition which could lead to emotional disturbances which, in turn, could negate the benefits which might accrue to the fasting client if s/he were only better prepared for the experience. In such cases, a more extended approach should be thoughtfully considered and, in many cases, adopted. Such a slower method will accomplish its purpose, detoxification, the cleansing of the body fluids, albeit more slowly. The McCarter Extended Detoxification Regimen repre- sents such a method.

63.6. The McCarter Extended Detoxification Regimen

== The McCarter Extended Detoxification Regimen ==

 

 

 

 

As the name implies, the McCarter Extended Detoxification Regimen is a procedural method which we have found so valuable in leading emotionally hesitant, the more skep- tical of our clients, and others who may, for one reason or another, be unable to under- take a fast at this time, on a step-by-step planned program for a body cleansing, but at a slower rate, that we include it for the student’s consideration. The regimen may be used to good advantage in all diseased states, as well as with clients who may suffer from skin, hair, and/or scalp disorders. It is especially applicable to new practitioners but use- ful to all.

As the name implies, the McCarter Extended Detoxification Regimen is a procedural method which we have found so valuable in leading emotionally hesitant, the more skep- tical of our clients, and others who may, for one reason or another, be unable to under- take a fast at this time, on a step-by-step planned program for a body cleansing, but at a slower rate, that we include it for the student’s consideration. The regimen may be used to good advantage in all diseased states, as well as with clients who may suffer from skin, hair, and/or scalp disorders. It is especially applicable to new practitioners but use- ful to all.

Other discounters will be so discouraged by repeated previous failures that they will admit the problem, the disease, willingly enough but they will, at the same time, believe that you can’t help them to solve it because it is unsolvable! Only the more intelligent will recognize that, indeed, the problem exists, that it is vitally important to find solution of the same, that the principles of Natural Hygiene make sense and are fully in accord with all known facts of life and, finally, that only the full application of the same in their own lives will provide the best chance to solve the existing problem even though all oth- er methods and “remedies” may have hitherto failed.

Other discounters will be so discouraged by repeated previous failures that they will admit the problem, the disease, willingly enough but they will, at the same time, believe that you can’t help them to solve it because it is unsolvable! Only the more intelligent will recognize that, indeed, the problem exists, that it is vitally important to find solution of the same, that the principles of Natural Hygiene make sense and are fully in accord with all known facts of life and, finally, that only the full application of the same in their own lives will provide the best chance to solve the existing problem even though all oth- er methods and “remedies” may have hitherto failed.

63.6.1 How to Proceed

=== How to Proceed ===

 

In Phase One the diet remains basically the same with no major changes being sug- gested. However, certain harmful accessory dietary practices are brought to the client’s attention and the suggestion made that these may properly be eliminated or the amounts used reduced. These are determined by the practitioner following study of the client’s past eating habits.

In Phase One the diet remains basically the same with no major changes being sug- gested. However, certain harmful accessory dietary practices are brought to the client’s attention and the suggestion made that these may properly be eliminated or the amounts used reduced. These are determined by the practitioner following study of the client’s past eating habits.

# Frequentbathingofaffectedparts.Aneasywaytowashthehairandscalpissimplyto get under the shower and let the tepid water run through and over the hair. When the scalp is irritated, the fingers should not “dig into” the scalp. A simple striking with the tips of the fingers is sufficient accompanied by a gentle lifting of the hair by running the fingers through it. No soap, medicated or otherwise, should be used. By following this procedure, the natural oils and waxes will be retained but liquid acid wastes will be re- moved. The hair should be allowed to dry naturally and, depending on the condition of the scalp, it may then be gently combed or brushed with a natural-bristle brush.

# Frequentbathingofaffectedparts.Aneasywaytowashthehairandscalpissimplyto get under the shower and let the tepid water run through and over the hair. When the scalp is irritated, the fingers should not “dig into” the scalp. A simple striking with the tips of the fingers is sufficient accompanied by a gentle lifting of the hair by running the fingers through it. No soap, medicated or otherwise, should be used. By following this procedure, the natural oils and waxes will be retained but liquid acid wastes will be re- moved. The hair should be allowed to dry naturally and, depending on the condition of the scalp, it may then be gently combed or brushed with a natural-bristle brush.

# Sunbathing,theamountoftimedesignatedforthispurposetodependonpastsunexpo- sure, the texture of the skin, etc.  We find that these few simple changes in the dietary and lifestyle habits of a client are well accepted by him, both emotionally and physically. These are positive health- promoting steps which will not overwhelm the beginning Hygienist and ones which he will recognize as being conducive to better health. Now he is paying you to tell him so and to show him how he can adapt to these changes. We find that most clients are over- whelmed at the simplicity of your advice and cheerfully agree to follow the instructions given. We always advise our clients, however, that this is only the first step and that oth- er instructions will be forthcoming at our next meeting. We recommend that, at this first meeting, whenever possible, that front and side views of the client be photographed for comparison at future meetings. We instruct the client to return for his next appointment in two weeks at which time he will be expected to make a verbal report on how well he has complied with your recommendations. 63.6.1.2 Phase Two  The client should make his report. Irritated areas should be examined and further changes now suggested, either orally or, preferably in typewritten form. Changes to be suggested might be as follows:

# Sunbathing,theamountoftimedesignatedforthispurposetodependonpastsunexpo- sure, the texture of the skin, etc.  We find that these few simple changes in the dietary and lifestyle habits of a client are well accepted by him, both emotionally and physically. These are positive health- promoting steps which will not overwhelm the beginning Hygienist and ones which he will recognize as being conducive to better health. Now he is paying you to tell him so and to show him how he can adapt to these changes. We find that most clients are over- whelmed at the simplicity of your advice and cheerfully agree to follow the instructions given. We always advise our clients, however, that this is only the first step and that oth- er instructions will be forthcoming at our next meeting. We recommend that, at this first meeting, whenever possible, that front and side views of the client be photographed for comparison at future meetings. We instruct the client to return for his next appointment in two weeks at which time he will be expected to make a verbal report on how well he has complied with your recommendations.

# Nofurtherreductioninbeverageorsugarintakeatthistime.However,theclientisnow instructed to drink his beverage of choice15 to 30 minutes prior to his eating and to re- frain from drinking even water during the meal or directly after eating. The physiologi- cal reasons for this restriction should, of course, be carefully explained.

# Nofurtherreductioninbeverageorsugarintakeatthistime.However,theclientisnow instructed to drink his beverage of choice15 to 30 minutes prior to his eating and to re- frain from drinking even water during the meal or directly after eating. The physiologi- cal reasons for this restriction should, of course, be carefully explained.

# The client should perhaps be instructed at this meeting to eliminate table salt from his diet. The client may be helped to overcome this pernicious habit by suggesting that he substitute Vegebase or some similar product for table salt. However, he should be ad- vised that using substitutes is not to be recommended and that total abstinence from all food enhancers would be a commendable procedure to follow at this time so as to permit recovery of normal taste sensations as well as to prevent further membrane, kidney, and cellular damage.

# The client should perhaps be instructed at this meeting to eliminate table salt from his diet. The client may be helped to overcome this pernicious habit by suggesting that he substitute Vegebase or some similar product for table salt. However, he should be ad- vised that using substitutes is not to be recommended and that total abstinence from all food enhancers would be a commendable procedure to follow at this time so as to permit recovery of normal taste sensations as well as to prevent further membrane, kidney, and cellular damage.

The client is handed an appointment card which specifies the time and date of his next appointment, this to be in four weeks.

The client is handed an appointment card which specifies the time and date of his next appointment, this to be in four weeks.

63.6.1.3 Phase Three

==== Phase Three ====

 

With most clients who have consulted you with rather minor hair, skin and/or scalp disorders, it is now possible to make changes somewhat faster. A minimum of six weeks has passed during which time he has become more attuned emotionally to change and perhaps even physically in that he has begun to see some improvement in his overall condition. Therefore, all previous instructions are to be continued and the following new changes introduced as individual differences indicate and/or allow:

With most clients who have consulted you with rather minor hair, skin and/or scalp disorders, it is now possible to make changes somewhat faster. A minimum of six weeks has passed during which time he has become more attuned emotionally to change and perhaps even physically in that he has begun to see some improvement in his overall condition. Therefore, all previous instructions are to be continued and the following new changes introduced as individual differences indicate and/or allow:

# Hasconsistentlyreducedhisproteinintakeandincreasedhisconsumptionofsimplecar-  bohydrates in the form of sweet fruits.

# Hasconsistentlyreducedhisproteinintakeandincreasedhisconsumptionofsimplecar-  bohydrates in the form of sweet fruits.

# Hasincreasedhisconsumptionofrawfoodstoapproximately50%ormoreofhistotal  nutritive package where, prior to his first meeting with you, if his diet was typical of the  average American, it probably amounted to less than 4%.

# Hasincreasedhisconsumptionofrawfoodstoapproximately50%ormoreofhistotal  nutritive package where, prior to his first meeting with you, if his diet was typical of the  average American, it probably amounted to less than 4%.

# Decreasedhisconsumptionoffleshfoodbyatleastone-thirdbecausehenolongerhas  any flesh foods at either breakfast or luncheon and has omitted it from two dinners per week. He has either substituted eggs or cottage cheese or potatoes or baked rice for these two meatless meals.  This has been a period of change during which lime the client’s body was required to accommodate itself to new practices. The new exercise program has caused more stag- nant lazy transport fluids to enter into the mainstream of activity for cleansing by the liver and kidney-filtering mechanisms.  Restorative changes have been silently going on as a result of the improved nutrition- al intake. These have usually proceeded slowly and quietly, rarely violently. The client has not been emotionally disturbed by rapid elimination of wastes, a process which might and often does intensify already existing symptoms and/or new ones, often to the client’s dismay.  Sometimes, of course, even this carefully phased program can lead to minor unset- tling symptoms in which case, and especially with nervous clients, it may be well to reassess your client’s emotional poise and decide whether to back off and resume an ear- lier phase or to extend this third phase for another month.  Detached appraisal is often necessary with clients who have diseases of the hair, scalp, and/or skin simply because rarely are these afflictions life threatening. It is diffi- cult sometimes to impart to your client the knowledge you have regarding the method- ology of body detoxification. We suggest that with difficult clients that they be given a printout of the procedural method being employed.  63.6.1.4 Phase Four  By this time your client should have noted considerable improvement, not only in his overall wellness, but also in the condition for which he sought your help, assuming, of course, that he has faithfully followed all instructions.  Consequently, he will, more often than not, enthusiastically welcome further instruc- tions. If improvement has been slow it may be best to continue Phase Three for another four-week period. Phase Four changes could proceed as follows:

# Decreasedhisconsumptionoffleshfoodbyatleastone-thirdbecausehenolongerhas  any flesh foods at either breakfast or luncheon and has omitted it from two dinners per week. He has either substituted eggs or cottage cheese or potatoes or baked rice for these two meatless meals.   

This has been a period of change during which lime the client’s body was required to accommodate itself to new practices. The new exercise program has caused more stag- nant lazy transport fluids to enter into the mainstream of activity for cleansing by the liver and kidney-filtering mechanisms.   

 

Restorative changes have been silently going on as a result of the improved nutrition- al intake. These have usually proceeded slowly and quietly, rarely violently. The client has not been emotionally disturbed by rapid elimination of wastes, a process which might and often does intensify already existing symptoms and/or new ones, often to the client’s dismay.   

 

Sometimes, of course, even this carefully phased program can lead to minor unset- tling symptoms in which case, and especially with nervous clients, it may be well to reassess your client’s emotional poise and decide whether to back off and resume an ear- lier phase or to extend this third phase for another month.   

# The24-hourfast,usuallyamajorstepformostpersons.Wehavefoundthatmostclients will adapt well to this short fast if they are instructed to refrain from eating starting after the evening meal of Day One and then not eating again until the evening of Day Two; as follows:  Day One - Eat breakfast, luncheon, and evening meals.  Day Two - Breakfast - none Luncheon – none  Dinner - A light vegetable salad with nuts; or a simple subacid fruit salad served with  1/2 medium avocado.  Throughout the fasting day, distilled water may be used to quench thirst, as needed.

# The24-hourfast,usuallyamajorstepformostpersons.Wehavefoundthatmostclients will adapt well to this short fast if they are instructed to refrain from eating starting after the evening meal of Day One and then not eating again until the evening of Day Two; as follows:  Day One - Eat breakfast, luncheon, and evening meals.  Day Two - Breakfast - none Luncheon – none  Dinner - A light vegetable salad with nuts; or a simple subacid fruit salad served with  1/2 medium avocado.  Throughout the fasting day, distilled water may be used to quench thirst, as needed.

# Intakeoffleshmeatsisnowreducedtothreetimesperweek.Bakedpotato,bakedbrown rice, nuts, or sunflower seeds may be used in place of the meat. One or two steamed veg- etables may be added to this meal, if desired.  This is the perfect time to introduce the subject of correct food combining. The client should be given a food-combining chart for his home use. If you hold regular public classes on nutrition, your client should now be encouraged to enroll in these. The client should now formulate his own meals using the food-combining chart.

# Intakeoffleshmeatsisnowreducedtothreetimesperweek.Bakedpotato,bakedbrown rice, nuts, or sunflower seeds may be used in place of the meat. One or two steamed veg- etables may be added to this meal, if desired.  This is the perfect time to introduce the subject of correct food combining. The client should be given a food-combining chart for his home use. If you hold regular public classes on nutrition, your client should now be encouraged to enroll in these. The client should now formulate his own meals using the food-combining chart.

# Introduceaerobicexerciseswhenpossible.Wesuggesttoourownclientsthattheyeither purchase some good country western music records or turn on their radios to a station which features music with a good “beat.” We tell them to encourage other members of the family to join them in free-style movement dancing. This is fun and contributes pos- itively to increased family support. If clients live alone, they should be encouraged to join a Jazzercise class at the “Y” or elsewhere.  The client is again requested to keep a food and exercise diary. Since he is now formulating his own meals, it is important that he present it to you, at the next meeting, for your constructive criticism and suggestions. The intervening period will have been a learning period for him and it is always interesting to see how each client has fared. The client should return for his next appointment in four weeks, or sooner, as circumstances may warrant.  63.6.1.5 Phase Five  By the time the Phase Five Consultation arrives, some three or four months will have passed. If your client has faithfully followed instructions, he will have accomplished the following steps in his four-fold action plan:

# Introduceaerobicexerciseswhenpossible.Wesuggesttoourownclientsthattheyeither purchase some good country western music records or turn on their radios to a station which features music with a good “beat.” We tell them to encourage other members of the family to join them in free-style movement dancing. This is fun and contributes pos- itively to increased family support. If clients live alone, they should be encouraged to join a Jazzercise class at the “Y” or elsewhere.  The client is again requested to keep a food and exercise diary. Since he is now formulating his own meals, it is important that he present it to you, at the next meeting, for your constructive criticism and suggestions. The intervening period will have been a learning period for him and it is always interesting to see how each client has fared. The client should return for his next appointment in four weeks, or sooner, as circumstances may warrant.   

# Totallyeliminatedorsubstantiallyreducedallmajorhealth-destroyinghabits,including but not limited to: nicotine and alcohol use.

# Totallyeliminatedorsubstantiallyreducedallmajorhealth-destroyinghabits,including but not limited to: nicotine and alcohol use.

# Adoptedmanyhealth-promotingwaysofeatingandlivingalthoughhemaynothavebe- come emotionally or physically fully adapted to them. His mind may tell him that what you suggest in the way of change is sound, that it is scientifically correct but, since his habits have become firmly etched due to the passage of years, they are therefore difficult to modify and/or correct. The practitioner should always be aware of the fact that habit is “a formidable adversary.” The Hygienic practitioner should, therefore, be patient but also firm and consistent in his instructions. He must be kind and always encouraging.

# Adoptedmanyhealth-promotingwaysofeatingandlivingalthoughhemaynothavebe- come emotionally or physically fully adapted to them. His mind may tell him that what you suggest in the way of change is sound, that it is scientifically correct but, since his habits have become firmly etched due to the passage of years, they are therefore difficult to modify and/or correct. The practitioner should always be aware of the fact that habit is “a formidable adversary.” The Hygienic practitioner should, therefore, be patient but also firm and consistent in his instructions. He must be kind and always encouraging.

# The client’s dietary intake is now approaching an intake of 80% raw food.

# The client’s dietary intake is now approaching an intake of 80% raw food.

# Yourclientshouldbeconsistentlyexercisingaerobicallyforfromfivetofifteenminutes per day and, if he is on target, he should also be walking every day, depending, of course, upon individual capabilities. At the Phase Five meeting the practitioner should, as the first order of business, examine the food diary for errors and shortcomings, if any. Improvement in condition should be noted in the client’s record.  The 36-hour fast may now be introduced and the client instructed to proceed with this longer fast once during this phase, as follows:

# Yourclientshouldbeconsistentlyexercisingaerobicallyforfromfivetofifteenminutes per day and, if he is on target, he should also be walking every day, depending, of course, upon individual capabilities.

 

At the Phase Five meeting the practitioner should, as the first order of business, examine the food diary for errors and shortcomings, if any. Improvement in condition should be noted in the client’s record.  The 36-hour fast may now be introduced and the client instructed to proceed with this longer fast once during this phase, as follows:

 

Day Three - The client now eats a breakfast which consists of a single fruit, prefer- ably a subacid fruit as, for example, two or three peaches or pears. Luncheon - a fruit salad consisting of either subacid, acid or sweet fruits. Dinner - a vegetable salad with nuts, if desired.

* Day Three - The client now eats a breakfast which consists of a single fruit, prefer- ably a subacid fruit as, for example, two or three peaches or pears. Luncheon - a fruit salad consisting of either subacid, acid or sweet fruits. Dinner - a vegetable salad with nuts, if desired.

All other previous suggestions are to be incorporated in the client’s regimen for the next four weeks with steady reductions being made in all remaining harmful practices. For example, all meat eating should now be discontinued with cottage cheese, sunflower seeds, or nuts used as substitutes. The use of cottage cheese should be restricted to no more than one meal per week. (Cottage cheese is not a good food and therefore the client is best persuaded to eat nuts or seeds.)

All other previous suggestions are to be incorporated in the client’s regimen for the next four weeks with steady reductions being made in all remaining harmful practices. For example, all meat eating should now be discontinued with cottage cheese, sunflower seeds, or nuts used as substitutes. The use of cottage cheese should be restricted to no more than one meal per week. (Cottage cheese is not a good food and therefore the client is best persuaded to eat nuts or seeds.)

A food and exercise diary should again be kept and the client should be advised to return, this time, in six weeks.

A food and exercise diary should again be kept and the client should be advised to return, this time, in six weeks.

63.6.1.6 Phase Six

==== Phase Six ====

 

The client’s diary should be reviewed. A visual examination may be made and im- provements noted. The assessment of condition should be made cooperatively by both the client and the practitioner. All improvements should be emphasized and, if not known to the client, they should be pointed out to him. Small changes for the better may not be noted by the client on a day-by-day basis but they will be observed by the prac- titioner at the end of extended intervals. A six-week interval may possibly have greatly enhanced the client’s condition. All improvements should, of course, be duly recorded in the client’s file.

The client’s diary should be reviewed. A visual examination may be made and im- provements noted. The assessment of condition should be made cooperatively by both the client and the practitioner. All improvements should be emphasized and, if not known to the client, they should be pointed out to him. Small changes for the better may not be noted by the client on a day-by-day basis but they will be observed by the prac- titioner at the end of extended intervals. A six-week interval may possibly have greatly enhanced the client’s condition. All improvements should, of course, be duly recorded in the client’s file.

The weekly 24-hour fast is to be continued with two 36-hour lasts also undertaken in place of two 24-hour fasts as, for example:

The weekly 24-hour fast is to be continued with two 36-hour lasts also undertaken in place of two 24-hour fasts as, for example:

Week One - 24-hour fast starting Friday evening after dinner.

* '''Week One''' - 24-hour fast starting Friday evening after dinner.

 

* '''Week Two''' - A 36-hour fast starting after dinner on Friday night and continuing until Sunday morning breakfast.

Week Two - A 36-hour fast starting after dinner on Friday night and continuing until Sunday morning breakfast.

* '''Week Three''' - A 24-hour fast as above in Week One. Week Four - A 24-hour fast.

 

* '''Week Five''' - A 36-hour fast as in Week Two.

Week Three - A 24-hour fast as above in Week One. Week Four - A 24-hour fast.

* '''Week Six''' - A 24-hour fast.

 

Week Five - A 36-hour fast as in Week Two.

 

Week Six - A 24-hour fast.

Most clients will respond favorably to the above regimen. If not, they are requested to return in four weeks having had three 24-hour fasts and ONE 36-hour fast. Most will give their new way of eating and exercising and perhaps the whole fasting schedule a fair trial. If not, then they must continue with Phase Five for another four weeks.

Most clients will respond favorably to the above regimen. If not, they are requested to return in four weeks having had three 24-hour fasts and ONE 36-hour fast. Most will give their new way of eating and exercising and perhaps the whole fasting schedule a fair trial. If not, then they must continue with Phase Five for another four weeks.

We have made no mention other than in passing of the taking of prescribed and over- the-counter drugs, or of vitamin and mineral supplements. These have all been well dis- cussed in other lessons. However, we constantly encourage our clients to discontinue the use of all drugs. By the time a client adopts the fruitarian diet, he has usually come to understand that he is now receiving hundreds of times more nutrients than formerly. He will also be witnessing in his improved condition the fruits of natural living and eating and will, of himself, realize that he has no further need of chemical crutches. In fact, most will be completely convinced1 of the merits of their new way of life and Will will- ingly and enthusiastically refer their relatives and friends to you because you are now “their doctor!”

We have made no mention other than in passing of the taking of prescribed and over- the-counter drugs, or of vitamin and mineral supplements. These have all been well dis- cussed in other lessons. However, we constantly encourage our clients to discontinue the use of all drugs. By the time a client adopts the fruitarian diet, he has usually come to understand that he is now receiving hundreds of times more nutrients than formerly. He will also be witnessing in his improved condition the fruits of natural living and eating and will, of himself, realize that he has no further need of chemical crutches. In fact, most will be completely convinced1 of the merits of their new way of life and Will will- ingly and enthusiastically refer their relatives and friends to you because you are now “their doctor!”

63.6.2 Case Study—Marie

=== Case Study—Marie ===

 

Marie, a woman aged 39 at her first visit, was troubled with severe itching of the scalp. A rash covered the surface and extended behind the ears and, down the back of the neck and across both shoulders. This condition existed for some time. Numerous pre- scribed products had been applied with no lessening of symptoms; in fact, they seemed to worsen.

Marie, a woman aged 39 at her first visit, was troubled with severe itching of the scalp. A rash covered the surface and extended behind the ears and, down the back of the neck and across both shoulders. This condition existed for some time. Numerous pre- scribed products had been applied with no lessening of symptoms; in fact, they seemed to worsen.

The one outstanding drawback to using the Extended Detoxification Plan, that of discouragement because of slow improvement, has been previously pointed out by Mike Benton in Lesson 21. However, we have often found it a useful procedure and especially so with the elderly, the neurotic and in cases where finances prove to be a major consid- eration. To illustrate:

The one outstanding drawback to using the Extended Detoxification Plan, that of discouragement because of slow improvement, has been previously pointed out by Mike Benton in Lesson 21. However, we have often found it a useful procedure and especially so with the elderly, the neurotic and in cases where finances prove to be a major consid- eration. To illustrate:

63.6.3 Case Study—Ellen

=== Case Study—Ellen ===

 

Ellen’s story illustrates how it is sometimes advisable to combine techniques when working with certain clients. Ellen was much concerned about the possibility of her be- coming completely bald. At only 42, her hair was very skimpy and just seemed to hang lifeless on her head—what there was of it! There were other problems, too, such as a tendency to sweat profusely. During the night, she had to get up at least once to change her night, clothes and often, too, the bedding. She had lumps behind both knees which made walking difficult.

Ellen’s story illustrates how it is sometimes advisable to combine techniques when working with certain clients. Ellen was much concerned about the possibility of her be- coming completely bald. At only 42, her hair was very skimpy and just seemed to hang lifeless on her head—what there was of it! There were other problems, too, such as a tendency to sweat profusely. During the night, she had to get up at least once to change her night, clothes and often, too, the bedding. She had lumps behind both knees which made walking difficult.