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= Lesson 83 - Senior Citizens Living Hygienically =

= Lesson 83 - Senior Citizens Living Hygienically =

== Introduction ==

== Introduction ==

Most people who write about the elderly, their problems and concerns, have never them- selves been elderly. Nevertheless, they write profusely and give advice about what is, to them, an unknown dimension of life.

Most people who write about the elderly, their problems and concerns, have never themselves been elderly. Nevertheless, they write profusely and give advice about what is, to them, an unknown dimension of life.

That certainly cannot be said about your authors! We have travelled life’s road and experienced its turmoil and travail. We have known sickness and disease, suffered be- reavement and sorrow, sustained life’s defeats and also tasted the sweetness of success.

That certainly cannot be said about your authors! We have travelled life’s road and experienced its turmoil and travail. We have known sickness and disease, suffered bereavement and sorrow, sustained life’s defeats and also tasted the sweetness of success.

We have worked in the slums of large cities and counseled the children of migrant workers. We have travelled the highways of much of the world, and have conversed and supped with both the great and the small. Throughout it all, life has been exciting and wondrously good to us. We count ourselves fortunate among humans because, when we had need, we learned about Natural Hygiene.

We have worked in the slums of large cities and counseled the children of migrant workers. We have traveled the highways of much of the world, and have conversed and supped with both the great and the small. Throughout it all, life has been exciting and wondrously good to us. We count ourselves fortunate among humans because, when we had need, we learned about Natural Hygiene.

Life has taught us that living is itself a challenge. It represents, at birth, an unknown potential with goals to be won, an opportunity 10 change small dreams into large real- ities. In the end, life represents a parade of failures and successes. We are favored, in- deed, when the successes of life outweight our defeats.

Life has taught us that living is itself a challenge. It represents, at birth, an unknown potential with goals to be won, an opportunity 10 change small dreams into large realities. In the end, life represents a parade of failures and successes. We are favored, indeed, when the successes of life outweight our defeats.

We ask you to remember that every senior citizen who seeks your advice will repre- sent a person who has succeeded. Dr. Robert H. Schuller says that “Tough times don’t last, but tough people do!” These are the tough ones! They have met life head on, they have successfully met the challenges and problems of life which felled many, if not most, of their peers. These older clients have survived while literally millions around them disappeared. They obviously entered life with a strong inheritance and, unlike their felled peers, they took better care of themselves as they lived their years.

We ask you to remember that every senior citizen who seeks your advice will represent a person who has succeeded. Dr. Robert H. Schuller says that “Tough times don’t last, but tough people do!” These are the tough ones! They have met life head on, they have successfully met the challenges and problems of life which felled many, if not most, of their peers. These older clients have survived while literally millions around them disappeared. They obviously entered life with a strong inheritance and, unlike their felled peers, they took better care of themselves as they lived their years.

Each older person will represent a challenge to you, a personal challenge to become his friend, perhaps the only person he can truly call a friend. Melville H. Nahin in an ar- ticle, “The Problem Solver” in New Age magazine, March 1983, compares life to a train ride. As we grow older and come to the end of our ride, the friends of yesteryear, the weaker ones who boarded the train with us at the same station, seem suddenly to have all disappeared. They got off the train here and there as the ride progressed. Suddenly, the older person looks around and sees that all the seats are empty: his friends are no more! Then it is that older people become consciously aware that they are devastatingly alone. The knowledgeable practitioner, the one with a social empathy, can often have the privilege of stepping in and filling this often unplanned-for void.

Each older person will represent a challenge to you, a personal challenge to become his friend, perhaps the only person he can truly call a friend. Melville H. Nahin in an article, “The Problem Solver” in New Age magazine, March 1983, compares life to a train ride. As we grow older and come to the end of our ride, the friends of yesteryear, the weaker ones who boarded the train with us at the same station, seem suddenly to have all disappeared. They got off the train here and there as the ride progressed. Suddenly, the older person looks around and sees that all the seats are empty: his friends are no more! Then it is that older people become consciously aware that they are devastatingly alone. The knowledgeable practitioner, the one with a social empathy, can often have the privilege of stepping in and filling this often unplanned-for void.

== Older People Need Support ==

== Older People Need 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.

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 princi- ples, 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.

As a rule, younger members of society have more vitality than most of the older peo- ple. They also have that idyllic vision of the future which inspires them to be problem solvers and doers. However, far too many of our senior citizens have lost their vision of the future. They are defeated at the beginning of each new day instead of being chal- lenged by the rising sun. It is the purpose of this lesson to make the elderly ones who may seek your counsel as a Hygienic practitioner more real to you as individuals who have successfully coped with life’s problems; they have overcome the stresses but now find the way weary. They ask of you some measure of support along the way.

As a rule, younger members of society have more vitality than most of the older people. They also have that idyllic vision of the future which inspires them to be problem solvers and doers. However, far too many of our senior citizens have lost their vision of the future. They are defeated at the beginning of each new day instead of being challenged by the rising sun. It is the purpose of this lesson to make the elderly ones who may seek your counsel as a Hygienic practitioner more real to you as individuals who have successfully coped with life’s problems; they have overcome the stresses but now find the way weary. They ask of you some measure of support along the way.

With meaningful support, the elderly can often survive crisis periods which might otherwise serve to defeat them. Some four years or so ago, we were consulted about the condition of a 93-year-old gentleman who had recently suffered a mild stroke. He had difficulty in getting around, was somewhat senile, and had just about lost all interest in people, life and living. The prognosis was dim, indeed, considering his great age.

With meaningful support, the elderly can often survive crisis periods which might otherwise serve to defeat them. Some four years or so ago, we were consulted about the condition of a 93-year-old gentleman who had recently suffered a mild stroke. He had difficulty in getting around, was somewhat senile, and had just about lost all interest in people, life and living. The prognosis was dim, indeed, considering his great age.

However, this man had a brother, not actually a brother by reason of birth but, never- theless, a brother in spirit. The brother had been introduced to Natural Hygiene at one of our infrequent lectures. He studied and began to incorporate Hygienic practices into his own daily living. When his brother became ill, he introduced him to Natural Hygiene, too. At first, the way was rather unsteady. Habit patterns are deeply etched on the nerve pathways of the old. But, the brother persisted and it wasn’t too long before this 93-year- old was busy every single day. He watered the many trees and shrubs which made his yard a veritable paradise of greenery. He set out seeds and seedlings and watched them grow as he administered his loving care.

However, this man had a brother, not actually a brother by reason of birth but, nevertheless, a brother in spirit. The brother had been introduced to Natural Hygiene at one of our infrequent lectures. He studied and began to incorporate Hygienic practices into his own daily living. When his brother became ill, he introduced him to Natural Hygiene, too. At first, the way was rather unsteady. Habit patterns are deeply etched on the nerve pathways of the old. But, the brother persisted and it wasn’t too long before this 93-year old was busy every single day. He watered the many trees and shrubs which made his yard a veritable paradise of greenery. He set out seeds and seedlings and watched them grow as he administered his loving care.

We talked with him and he told us how he had been a merchant seaman and about all the many countries of the world he had visited; about how he had jumped ship in San Francisco after the Russian revolution and had become an American navy man. What stories he told! It was exciting to watch his mind open up.

We talked with him and he told us how he had been a merchant seaman and about all the many countries of the world he had visited; about how he had jumped ship in San Francisco after the Russian revolution and had become an American navy man. What stories he told! It was exciting to watch his mind open up.

About a year ago, he presented Dr. Elizabeth with a young fan palm tree, just a little over a foot or so tall. He had grown the little tree from a seed. Unaided, the old man lift- ed the little tree in its container and placed it in the back of our station wagon, receiving a hug and a kiss in return!

About a year ago, he presented Dr. Elizabeth with a young fan palm tree, just a little over a foot or so tall. He had grown the little tree from a seed. Unaided, the old man lifted the little tree in its container and placed it in the back of our station wagon, receiving a hug and a kiss in return!

Today that little palm tree grows just outside the entrance to our home. Every time we look out the window of our consulting room, we see that little tree. It is now more than four feet tall. Some day it will be a giant among giants. To us, that tree represents a love which will endure for generations to come, not just a tree to view and admire. That tree also represents hope. We point it out to the despairing ones and tell them its story. We often see their spines straighten and their eyes light up. They know that if this 93-year-old can do it, they can, too!

Today that little palm tree grows just outside the entrance to our home. Every time we look out the window of our consulting room, we see that little tree. It is now more than four feet tall. Some day it will be a giant among giants. To us, that tree represents a love which will endure for generations to come, not just a tree to view and admire. That tree also represents hope. We point it out to the despairing ones and tell them its story. We often see their spines straighten and their eyes light up. They know that if this 93-year-old can do it, they can, too!

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. Oth- er 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 deter- mined 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 pa- tience.

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.

Love is conveyed, of course, in many ways: in the way we look, in our manner of speaking, in our attitude toward the client. It shows in the patience we display when our client expresses ideas which may appear somewhat “peculiar” to us but which are, nev- ertheless, important to the person before us—even if only for a passing moment. Our love shows in the way we greet and say goodbye, and in our acceptance of the fact that most of our elderly clients will require time, time to tell their story as they wish to tell it, and time to adjust rather slowly to a new and strange way of eating and living. Through the love you give to them, the older person comes to know and gratefully accept the fact that you have their best interests at heart. In other words, they have your much-needed support as they try to regain some better measure of health.

Love is conveyed, of course, in many ways: in the way we look, in our manner of speaking, in our attitude toward the client. It shows in the patience we display when our client expresses ideas which may appear somewhat “peculiar” to us but which are, nevertheless, important to the person before us—even if only for a passing moment. Our love shows in the way we greet and say goodbye, and in our acceptance of the fact that most of our elderly clients will require time, time to tell their story as they wish to tell it, and time to adjust rather slowly to a new and strange way of eating and living. Through the love you give to them, the older person comes to know and gratefully accept the fact that you have their best interests at heart. In other words, they have your much-needed support as they try to regain some better measure of health.

In order to prepare you to become more capable of giving this kind of support to your senior citizen clients, we ask you to retravel in your mind’s eye the long road of life with us, to take the train ride, as it were, just as the average person living today in America is doing. Much of what we have to say will, of course, pertain to persons living in all countries of the world, but we are all individuals. However, in this discussion we will be looking at gross details for the purpose of following a single common thread, the rising tide of toxicosis, and the wasting effect of the physiological and biological errors on the potential of the newly-born as each person takes the train ride through life.

In order to prepare you to become more capable of giving this kind of support to your senior citizen clients, we ask you to retravel in your mind’s eye the long road of life with us, to take the train ride, as it were, just as the average person living today in America is doing. Much of what we have to say will, of course, pertain to persons living in all countries of the world, but we are all individuals. However, in this discussion we will be looking at gross details for the purpose of following a single common thread, the rising tide of toxicosis, and the wasting effect of the physiological and biological errors on the potential of the newly-born as each person takes the train ride through life.

In presenting this overview of life we wish to emphasize that what we present is life as it is presently lived, not what it should or could be, if Hygienic principles and prac- tices were universally adopted.

In presenting this overview of life we wish to emphasize that what we present is life as it is presently lived, not what it should or could be, if Hygienic principles and practices were universally adopted.

When we have completed our imaginary ride through life, we will then present some case studies which will provide our students with some capsule glimpses of Natural Hy- giene at work in the lives of some of our senior citizen clients.

When we have completed our imaginary ride through life, we will then present some case studies which will provide our students with some capsule glimpses of Natural Hygiene at work in the lives of some of our senior citizen clients.

== The Path We Travel ==

== The Path We Travel ==

83.3.2 The Best in Institutional Care of the Elderly

83.3.2 The Best in Institutional Care of the Elderly

With very few exceptions all of us are born capable of achieving a far greater poten- tial 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.

We know that most people would prefer to be healthy and yet few among us can be held up as models of superior health—at any age. Indeed, most of us are gravely ill when we are compared to many more ideal specimens available for comparison. It would ap- pear normal for us, as we grow older, to have our lives increasingly enriched by a grow- ing number of friends and by enlarged familial relationship, but the exact opposite seems more often than not to occur as friends diminish in number, felled by accumulated poi- sons which were the fruits of incorrect habits of living and eating. Additionally, a more mobile population and a less-caring attitude of a commercially-oriented society seems

We know that most people would prefer to be healthy and yet few among us can be held up as models of superior health—at any age. Indeed, most of us are gravely ill when we are compared to many more ideal specimens available for comparison. It would ap- pear normal for us, as we grow older, to have our lives increasingly enriched by a grow- ing number of friends and by enlarged familial relationship, but the exact opposite seems more often than not to occur as friends diminish in number, felled by accumulated poi- sons which were the fruits of incorrect habits of living and eating. Additionally, a more mobile population and a less-caring attitude of a commercially-oriented society seems

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 be- gan 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 ex- ample, 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 be- gan 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 ex- ample, 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.

# Lack of a meaningful purpose for living.

# Lack of a meaningful purpose for living.

# Extreme loneliness.

# Extreme loneliness.

# Loss of the “will to live.”  83.3.2 The Best in Institutional Care of the Elderly 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 cer- tain predetermined level of “health” care for the guests.  The first section housed the elderly guests who were able, for the most part, to pro- vide for their personal care. They could put on their own clothing, attend to their per- sonal 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 sun- bathing.  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.”

# Loss of the “will to live.”   

 

=== The Best in Institutional Care of the Elderly ===

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 ob- viously suffering from chronic degenerative conditions of one kind or another. We ob- served 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 in- stitution 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.

We then returned to the circular main lobby and began our examination of the second facility, this being designed to house individuals who required more care. Most of the guests here required assistance in dressing, bathing, and for transportation, since many were confined to wheelchairs chiefly because of rheumatoid arthritis, heart conditions, and other advanced degenerative disorders. We were told that most of these guests were kept on medication more or less constantly.

We then returned to the circular main lobby and began our examination of the second facility, this being designed to house individuals who required more care. Most of the guests here required assistance in dressing, bathing, and for transportation, since many were confined to wheelchairs chiefly because of rheumatoid arthritis, heart conditions, and other advanced degenerative disorders. We were told that most of these guests were kept on medication more or less constantly.

The ages of the guests here in this section ranged from about fifty years of age to perhaps eighty years. None appeared to be older and most were probably in their late sixties and early seventies. Their sad faces mirrored their multiple concerns, their con- stant pain, and their weariness.

The ages of the guests here in this section ranged from about fifty years of age to perhaps eighty years. None appeared to be older and most were probably in their late sixties and early seventies. Their sad faces mirrored their multiple concerns, their constant pain, and their weariness.

These guests also went to the dining room for their meals. If they were unable to manage their wheelchairs by themselves, they were assisted either by other more mobile guests or by staff personnel. The same boring environment was evident here as in sec- tion one.

These guests also went to the dining room for their meals. If they were unable to manage their wheelchairs by themselves, they were assisted either by other more mobile guests or by staff personnel. The same boring environment was evident here as in section one.

The director then told us that we were now about to enter the third and last section of this home for the aged, this “Health Care Center,” as it is called. The guests here did not have free access to the central section or to the outdoors. Upon opening the large double doors leading into this restricted area, a loud bell clanged. The sound reverberat- ed throughout the facility, from one end to the other. We heard it ring repeatedly as staff entered and left. The director explained that the guests here were not responsible men- tally and therefore had to be restricted in their movements. Most were, of course, also severely impaired physically.

The director then told us that we were now about to enter the third and last section of this home for the aged, this “Health Care Center,” as it is called. The guests here did not have free access to the central section or to the outdoors. Upon opening the large double doors leading into this restricted area, a loud bell clanged. The sound reverberated throughout the facility, from one end to the other. We heard it ring repeatedly as staff entered and left. The director explained that the guests here were not responsible mentally and therefore had to be restricted in their movements. Most were, of course, also severely impaired physically.

The director advised us to prepare ourselves emotionally before meeting the poor souls housed here. We, of course, had previously been in similar institutions but it is al- ways a shock to see what can happen to humans who do not know or care about the ways of health or who, knowing what they should do, refuse to acknowledge in their mind’s eye, the inevitable consequences of error: pain, suffering and eternal darkness of mind and consciousness.

The director advised us to prepare ourselves emotionally before meeting the poor souls housed here. We, of course, had previously been in similar institutions but it is always a shock to see what can happen to humans who do not know or care about the ways of health or who, knowing what they should do, refuse to acknowledge in their mind’s eye, the inevitable consequences of error: pain, suffering and eternal darkness of mind and consciousness.

Among the guests, we learned, were a former bank president, several retired school teachers, the wife of one of the wealthiest men in town, and the son of a deceased well- known industrialist. All the guests came from the more affluent of society. The basic cost of housing in this third section is enormous by most standards and all extras are computed on a per item cost value.

Among the guests, we learned, were a former bank president, several retired school teachers, the wife of one of the wealthiest men in town, and the son of a deceased wellknown industrialist. All the guests came from the more affluent of society. The basic cost of housing in this third section is enormous by most standards and all extras are computed on a per item cost value.

We observed a television set and a small room or two where both the aides and guests sat. In one of these rooms smoking was permitted. The guests simply sat looking out into a nothingness. Some issued strange moaning sounds, others cried aloud, as if tortured by some inner demon.

We observed a television set and a small room or two where both the aides and guests sat. In one of these rooms smoking was permitted. The guests simply sat looking out into a nothingness. Some issued strange moaning sounds, others cried aloud, as if tortured by some inner demon.

All the guests in the third section required maximum care. They had to be fed, clothed, and transported. They had to be put to bed and gotten up. Many suffered from incontinence and had to be kept in diapers. Like small infants, they required constant care and nurturing.

All the guests in the third section required maximum care. They had to be fed, clothed, and transported. They had to be put to bed and gotten up. Many suffered from incontinence and had to be kept in diapers. Like small infants, they required constant care and nurturing.

We were happy to have joined our friend on this excursion. This is one of the best “homes” we have thus far visited. The need to provide Hygienic facilities for the elderly is obvious. There should be many opportunities for our students, to enter into this field of true health care. We live in what amounts to a family-estranged society. So often the elderly are shunted away from the familiar environment of the past into a strange setting where they often lack the sight of family or friend for the duration. They are surround- ed by the new, the strange, the unfamiliar. They miss the tranquility of their homes, the peace of the expected. They cope but only with great difficulty with the constant confu- sion stirring within and around them.

We were happy to have joined our friend on this excursion. This is one of the best “homes” we have thus far visited. The need to provide Hygienic facilities for the elderly is obvious. There should be many opportunities for our students, to enter into this field of true health care. We live in what amounts to a family-estranged society. So often the elderly are shunted away from the familiar environment of the past into a strange setting where they often lack the sight of family or friend for the duration. They are surrounded by the new, the strange, the unfamiliar. They miss the tranquility of their homes, the peace of the expected. They cope but only with great difficulty with the constant confusion stirring within and around them.

There are those in the medical community who do have compassion on these poor souls but they lack the knowledge of how properly to serve them. Most facilities are, however, run strictly on the profit motive. There is nothing basically wrong about mak- ing money for work well done. But in most homes the foods are selected not for their nutritive value but rather with two criteria in mind: 1. Cost and 2. Palate pleasing.

There are those in the medical community who do have compassion on these poor souls but they lack the knowledge of how properly to serve them. Most facilities are, however, run strictly on the profit motive. There is nothing basically wrong about making money for work well done. But in most homes the foods are selected not for their nutritive value but rather with two criteria in mind: 1. Cost and 2. Palate pleasing.

We have yet to find a facility where Hygienic care or anything resembling Hygienic care is provided. Instead, we have seen the elderly lying in their own excreta and writhing in pain on their beds. We have heard them cry out to us, “Get me out of here!” and, sadly, we had to turn away. We have smelled the foul odor of decay that pervades the very air they breathe, the decay of their own sickened and poisoned bodies. This is the forgotten segment of society, the warehoused ones, stuck away so as not to haunt the eyes and minds of the young who do not yet comprehend that their own biological clock is ticking away, too, and that they, like these, will also dissipate their vital force prema- turely because they have not learned how to live.

We have yet to find a facility where Hygienic care or anything resembling Hygienic care is provided. Instead, we have seen the elderly lying in their own excreta and writhing in pain on their beds. We have heard them cry out to us, “Get me out of here!” and, sadly, we had to turn away. We have smelled the foul odor of decay that pervades the very air they breathe, the decay of their own sickened and poisoned bodies. This is the forgotten segment of society, the warehoused ones, stuck away so as not to haunt the eyes and minds of the young who do not yet comprehend that their own biological clock is ticking away, too, and that they, like these, will also dissipate their vital force prematurely because they have not learned how to live.

== A Contrasting View ==

== A Contrasting View ==

In America only about 0.4% of the total population is said to survive to age 90 or over and even this figure is suspect since older persons tend to make themselves older, for some strange reason! The majority of Americans in their sixties and seventies stare out of blank eyes at a nothingness. Their faces are lined with care, their bodies twisted by arthritis and sclerotic diseases, their minds are overcome by worry, anxiety, care. As a consequence, many relapse into early senility and withdraw into a world of their own making.

In America only about 0.4% of the total population is said to survive to age 90 or over and even this figure is suspect since older persons tend to make themselves older, for some strange reason! The majority of Americans in their sixties and seventies stare out of blank eyes at a nothingness. Their faces are lined with care, their bodies twisted by arthritis and sclerotic diseases, their minds are overcome by worry, anxiety, care. As a consequence, many relapse into early senility and withdraw into a world of their own making.

In contrast let us look at some other people. In the Caucasus region of the Soviet Union there are an estimated 4,500 to 5,000 over-100-year-old people. Nearly 50 out of every 100,000 people in that part of the world live to celebrate their 100th birthday and many just keep going on from there! In fact, most believe that youth ends at about the age of eighty, but they just aren’t quite sure about that! In 1977, the latest figures we have, the oldest Russian known was said to be a “hale and hearty 168 years old.” Only three Americans in 100,000 ever reach 100 years of age and only a handful go much be- yond.

In contrast let us look at some other people. In the Caucasus region of the Soviet Union there are an estimated 4,500 to 5,000 over-100-year-old people. Nearly 50 out of every 100,000 people in that part of the world live to celebrate their 100th birthday and many just keep going on from there! In fact, most believe that youth ends at about the age of eighty, but they just aren’t quite sure about that! In 1977, the latest figures we have, the oldest Russian known was said to be a “hale and hearty 168 years old.” Only three Americans in 100,000 ever reach 100 years of age and only a handful go much beyond.

Over 10% of the Vilcabambans of the Ecuadorian Andes customarily pass the centu- ry mark. The longevity of the Hunzas of Pakistan has been well publicized. The longevi- ty of all we have mentioned has been well documented. But the intriguing part about the longevity of these various groups of people is not mainly that they have lived so long but rather that they have lived more or less constantly, throughout their lifetimes, always in a state of superb health. They seem to have stumbled onto the fountain of perpetual middle-age!” They remain vigorous in body and spirit all their lives. Their minds are alert and they remain filled with a zest for living. At 140 years of age, and perhaps even beyond, they work in the fields beside their great grandchildren and, in the upper regions

Over 10% of the Vilcabambans of the Ecuadorian Andes customarily pass the century mark. The longevity of the Hunzas of Pakistan has been well publicized. The longevity of all we have mentioned has been well documented. But the intriguing part about the longevity of these various groups of people is not mainly that they have lived so long but rather that they have lived more or less constantly, throughout their lifetimes, always in a state of superb health. They seem to have stumbled onto the fountain of perpetual middle-age!” They remain vigorous in body and spirit all their lives. Their minds are alert and they remain filled with a zest for living. At 140 years of age, and perhaps even beyond, they work in the fields beside their great grandchildren and, in the upper regions

of the Himalayans, it is said that the ninety-year-olds, after their hard days’s work in the field, often join the “kids” for a game of volleyball. When was the last time you ever saw a ninety-year-old playing volleyball or any other physical game?

of the Himalayans, it is said that the ninety-year-olds, after their hard days’s work in the field, often join the “kids” for a game of volleyball. When was the last time you ever saw a ninety-year-old playing volleyball or any other physical game?

The head of the National Institute on Aging, Dr. Robert N. Butler, spent 17 days in Russia a few years ago at the invitation of his Russian counterpart, Dmitri Chebotarev. He concluded from his research in that country that the legendary long-lived Russians are indeed for real and that they don’t do it by eating yogurt!

The head of the National Institute on Aging, Dr. Robert N. Butler, spent 17 days in Russia a few years ago at the invitation of his Russian counterpart, Dmitri Chebotarev. He concluded from his research in that country that the legendary long-lived Russians are indeed for real and that they don’t do it by eating yogurt!

Dr. Butler found 1. That the Soviets are ahead of the U.S. in recognizing the intimate connection between nutrition and the aging process, and 2. That the U.S. has more equipment for research. He cited these reasons why, in his view, the people in the Cau- casus lived so long:

Dr. Butler found 1. That the Soviets are ahead of the U.S. in recognizing the intimate connection between nutrition and the aging process, and 2. That the U.S. has more equipment for research. He cited these reasons why, in his view, the people in the Caucasus lived so long:

# They remain vigorous in body and spirit all their lives.

# They remain vigorous in body and spirit all their lives.

# 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 par- ticipate 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 cat- astrophic 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 ==

A total of 225 million prescriptions are written annually for older America. At least 80% of these prescriptions are for mood-altering substances. Sleeping pills are the most fre- quently taken drug of all.

A total of 225 million prescriptions are written annually for older America. At least 80% of these prescriptions are for mood-altering substances. Sleeping pills are the most frequently taken drug of all.

As noted, the problems are augmented because of the resulting drug complications due to multiple drug usage. When drugs are taken, the elderly are far more likely to have visible adverse reactions which are long-standing than are the young. In the latter, drugs usually produce acute symptoms which are repressed by another drug and then forgot- ten.

As noted, the problems are augmented because of the resulting drug complications due to multiple drug usage. When drugs are taken, the elderly are far more likely to have visible adverse reactions which are long-standing than are the young. In the latter, drugs usually produce acute symptoms which are repressed by another drug and then forgotten.

However, in the elderly, pill taking often leads to unexpected death. In the U.S., it seems we are so obsessed with drugs that we fail to study the ways of health!

However, in the elderly, pill taking often leads to unexpected death. In the U.S., it seems we are so obsessed with drugs that we fail to study the ways of health!

Next, he began a long recitation of disorders and gave the medical solution. If you suffer from dropsy, why just take your pills. We have purified exact doses of digoxin. Retirement has a great salubrious effect, but you must continue the drug, and sometimes add a diuretic.

Next, he began a long recitation of disorders and gave the medical solution. If you suffer from dropsy, why just take your pills. We have purified exact doses of digoxin. Retirement has a great salubrious effect, but you must continue the drug, and sometimes add a diuretic.

If you retire in the tropics, you must take your quinine regularly. Do you have a thy- roid disorder? We have exact doses in tiny pills that aren’t hard to swallow and they are “curative” for myxedema or hypothyroid states. If diagnosed early enough, this physi- cian noted, and then treated (with drugs was, of course, implied) regularly, mental, de- terioration, weight gain, arteriosclerosis are prevented. Low thyroid states must be diag- nosed early, before retirement, and the hormone continued through retirement. So, keep taking your pills.

If you retire in the tropics, you must take your quinine regularly. Do you have a thyroid disorder? We have exact doses in tiny pills that aren’t hard to swallow and they are “curative” for myxedema or hypothyroid states. If diagnosed early enough, this physician noted, and then treated (with drugs was, of course, implied) regularly, mental, deterioration, weight gain, arteriosclerosis are prevented. Low thyroid states must be diagnosed early, before retirement, and the hormone continued through retirement. So, keep taking your pills.

If you haven’t retired yet and you’re having trouble with your gallbladder, get it out now. Don’t wait until you’re retired. We’re really getting more skilled at this sort of thing all the time. And don’t forget to take your aspirin every day to keep your blood pressure down! I take three myself.

If you haven’t retired yet and you’re having trouble with your gallbladder, get it out now. Don’t wait until you’re retired. We’re really getting more skilled at this sort of thing all the time. And don’t forget to take your aspirin every day to keep your blood pressure down! I take three myself.

In reference to pacemakers and heart blocks, he commented somewhat as follows: The block is an interruption in the electrical pathway making the heart beat. It is tempo- rary or permanent. Your pacemaker can be inserted safely to stand by and cut in if the pathway fails. No longer are you subject to the unexpected faints and falls as the heart stops, blood pressure increases and brain fails. Moral: Keep checking the batteries. They last longer now.

In reference to pacemakers and heart blocks, he commented somewhat as follows: The block is an interruption in the electrical pathway making the heart beat. It is temporary or permanent. Your pacemaker can be inserted safely to stand by and cut in if the pathway fails. No longer are you subject to the unexpected faints and falls as the heart stops, blood pressure increases and brain fails. Moral: Keep checking the batteries. They last longer now.

Following the lecture, we introduced ourselves and requested a copy of the physi- cian’s notes. The above is only a part of the advice given to all those sick, worried and suffering souls that day. Is this all modern medicine has to offer: Take your pills and have that surgery now! At the end of his talk, this highly-respected surgeon pulled out a long computer printout sheet. It extended for yards and yards. It represented the item by item billing for a single 28-day stay at a local hospital, at the end of which time, the patient had died. The total bill amounted to $28,950.00. His final words to the audience? Why, of course! “Don’t forget to take your pills!”

Following the lecture, we introduced ourselves and requested a copy of the physician’s notes. The above is only a part of the advice given to all those sick, worried and suffering souls that day. Is this all modern medicine has to offer: Take your pills and have that surgery now! At the end of his talk, this highly-respected surgeon pulled out a long computer printout sheet. It extended for yards and yards. It represented the item by item billing for a single 28-day stay at a local hospital, at the end of which time, the patient had died. The total bill amounted to $28,950.00. His final words to the audience? Why, of course! “Don’t forget to take your pills!”

== The Hygienic Approach—Case Studies ==

== The Hygienic Approach—Case Studies ==

We have told Mrs. B.’s story elsewhere in other writings but her story illustrates so well the kind of miracle that the full application of Natural Hygiene can produce that we feel it bears repeating here.

We have told Mrs. B.’s story elsewhere in other writings but her story illustrates so well the kind of miracle that the full application of Natural Hygiene can produce that we feel it bears repeating here.

Mrs. B. was brought to our office by her daughter and son-in-law. She barely had sufficient energy to walk through the door even, though supported on either side. She was 66 years of age. A large portion of her body was covered with ulcerated sores. She was obviously in pain and extremely weak. We were advised that her doctor had sug- gested that it might be necessary to amputate her right leg. That he had exhausted his resources.

Mrs. B. was brought to our office by her daughter and son-in-law. She barely had sufficient energy to walk through the door even, though supported on either side. She was 66 years of age. A large portion of her body was covered with ulcerated sores. She was obviously in pain and extremely weak. We were advised that her doctor had suggested that it might be necessary to amputate her right leg. That he had exhausted his resources.

Upon examination the leg appeared swollen, ulcerated and a reddish brown to almost black in color. In spite of the ulcers and grape-like veins on both legs, she had been ad- vised by her physician to constantly wear a tightly-fitting elastic garment which she put on like a pair of pantyhose. This was “for support,” she told us.

Upon examination the leg appeared swollen, ulcerated and a reddish brown to almost black in color. In spite of the ulcers and grape-like veins on both legs, she had been advised by her physician to constantly wear a tightly-fitting elastic garment which she put on like a pair of pantyhose. This was “for support,” she told us.

Constipation, heart irregularity, lack of appetite, inability to eat any uncooked foods, gas, stomachache—all these symptoms and more were recited. This was, indeed, a woman in trouble. She was also a victim of the “poor me” complex. She was firmly con- vinced that nothing could be done for her, that she was doomed.

Constipation, heart irregularity, lack of appetite, inability to eat any uncooked foods, gas, stomachache—all these symptoms and more were recited. This was, indeed, a woman in trouble. She was also a victim of the “poor me” complex. She was firmly convinced that nothing could be done for her, that she was doomed.

We decided to take “baby steps” with Mrs. B. We made no changes whatsoever in her eating program except to urge her to combine the foods she liked according to ac- cepted Hygienic standards. We also told her to take off this restraining garment and to toss it in the ashcan. We carefully explained how it would serve only to restrict the cir- culation and how she needed a good blood flow to encourage healing of her leg.

We decided to take “baby steps” with Mrs. B. We made no changes whatsoever in her eating program except to urge her to combine the foods she liked according to accepted Hygienic standards. We also told her to take off this restraining garment and to toss it in the ashcan. We carefully explained how it would serve only to restrict the circulation and how she needed a good blood flow to encourage healing of her leg.

Within two weeks, the stomach pains were gone and she was having an occasional “normal” bowel movement. Gradually, but gradually, we improved her diet. Then came the sunbaths. This was a real adventure, but she decided she liked this so they soon be- came a regular habit. We showed her a few simple stretching exercises. Dr. Robert lay on the floor and did them for her so she could see how to help herself when raising the legs up. She knew that if he at his age could do all that, perhaps she could, too! And she did.

Within two weeks, the stomach pains were gone and she was having an occasional “normal” bowel movement. Gradually, but gradually, we improved her diet. Then came the sunbaths. This was a real adventure, but she decided she liked this so they soon became a regular habit. We showed her a few simple stretching exercises. Dr. Robert lay on the floor and did them for her so she could see how to help herself when raising the legs up. She knew that if he at his age could do all that, perhaps she could, too! And she did.

Soon she began to walk. Walk she did around and around the mobile home park where she lives. Her doctor said it was a miracle. Today there is no talk of amputation, no drugs. Instead there is hope. Mrs. B. knows that life can be beautiful. She is now over 70 years of age. We recently gave a lecture and guess who was there. Mrs. B., of course, there with a few friends. She blew a kiss. There was joy on her face but not a single ugly ulcer. For Mrs. B the past is history. She confided to Dr. Elizabeth that she has a boyfriend!

Soon she began to walk. Walk she did around and around the mobile home park where she lives. Her doctor said it was a miracle. Today there is no talk of amputation, no drugs. Instead there is hope. Mrs. B. knows that life can be beautiful. She is now over 70 years of age. We recently gave a lecture and guess who was there. Mrs. B., of course, there with a few friends. She blew a kiss. There was joy on her face but not a single ugly ulcer. For Mrs. B the past is history. She confided to Dr. Elizabeth that she has a boyfriend!

Our readers recall the story of our 97-year-old friend. Well, this story concerns the younger “brother.” At age 73 he attended one of our lectures and subsequently enrolled in a class which consisted of seven sessions.

Our readers recall the story of our 97-year-old friend. Well, this story concerns the younger “brother.” At age 73 he attended one of our lectures and subsequently enrolled in a class which consisted of seven sessions.

For 13 years Mr. M. had made regular visits to a local hospital to have his blood pressure checked and to get his prescriptions filled. For 13 years he had followed direc- tions and taken his pills. His blood pressure reading was sky-high. Obviously, the danger of a stroke was very real to this man. However, he was an extremely intelligent man. He saw the rationale of the Garden of Eden diet and the grand sense of adhering to organic realities. He immediately shifted into high gear, as it were. Fruits, fruits and more fruits. He bought watermelon and cantaloupes by the box. He complained at first because he had to get up at night, as many as ten times to urinate, but he persisted.

For 13 years Mr. M. had made regular visits to a local hospital to have his blood pressure checked and to get his prescriptions filled. For 13 years he had followed directions and taken his pills. His blood pressure reading was sky-high. Obviously, the danger of a stroke was very real to this man. However, he was an extremely intelligent man. He saw the rationale of the Garden of Eden diet and the grand sense of adhering to organic realities. He immediately shifted into high gear, as it were. Fruits, fruits and more fruits. He bought watermelon and cantaloupes by the box. He complained at first because he had to get up at night, as many as ten times to urinate, but he persisted.

Mr. M. began to lose weight. He had to buy new clothes but he kept on. He began to walk. He walked over all of Tucson! His complexion became beautifully smooth and

Mr. M. began to lose weight. He had to buy new clothes but he kept on. He began to walk. He walked over all of Tucson! His complexion became beautifully smooth and

clear and his eyes sparkled with life. He began to fast on his own, first a single day at a time, and later extended the fasts first to three days and then to five. Each time he lost more weight which he did not regain. Now each time he fasts, he loses but very little weight. One of these days he will stabilize and then, perhaps, regain some of his lost pounds. But, Mr. M. really doesn’t much care about that. He is rejoicing in his new lease on life and, also, because his “brother” is doing so well and, especially, because brother will now give up bread!

clear and his eyes sparkled with life. He began to fast on his own, first a single day at a time, and later extended the fasts first to three days and then to five. Each time he lost more weight which he did not regain. Now each time he fasts, he loses but very little weight. One of these days he will stabilize and then, perhaps, regain some of his lost pounds. But, Mr. M. really doesn’t much care about that. He is rejoicing in his new lease on life and, also, because his “brother” is doing so well and, especially, because brother will now give up bread!

83.6.3 Case Study—Mr. X

=== Case Study—Mr. X ===

 

We include this brief news item to illustrate how abuse of the elderly can even be unintentional, simply perhaps a matter of negligence. Daily reports are made on local television as to the maximum sun exposure time before burning can be expected. Today, in the Arizona Daily Star there is an item which states, “The Medical Audit Committee for Pima County’s Department for Improved Adult Living will hold an inquiry this morning Into the circumstances surrounding the death of an 87-year-old man who may have been left out in the sun too long. This is the public program which oversees nursing homes. The man in question, it seems, was wheelchair bound. Left in the sun, he developed a temperature of 108° and died shortly thereafter.”

We include this brief news item to illustrate how abuse of the elderly can even be un- intentional, simply perhaps a matter of negligence. Daily reports are made on local tele- vision as to the maximum sun exposure time before burning can be expected. Today, in the Arizona Daily Star there is an item which states, “The Medical Audit Committee for Pima County’s Department for Improved Adult Living will hold an inquiry this morning Into the circumstances surrounding the death of an 87-year-old man who may have been left out in the sun too long. This is the public program which oversees nursing homes. The man in question, it seems, was wheelchair bound. Left in the sun, he developed a temperature of 108° and died shortly thereafter.”

83.6.4 Case Study—Mrs. A

83.6.4 Case Study—Mrs. A

Mrs. A. was aged 86 when she came under our care. Her husband, a few months old- er, was to come to us shortly thereafter. Mrs. A. was already senile, somewhat difficult to manage and suspicious.

Mrs. A. was aged 86 when she came under our care. Her husband, a few months older, was to come to us shortly thereafter. Mrs. A. was already senile, somewhat difficult to manage and suspicious.

However, she became greatly attached to Dr. Elizabeth who sometimes would just simply sit quietly by her side and hold her hand. Simple dietary changes were made with emphasis on food combining. Once each week, she was dressed and taken for a walk and out to dinner. She looked forward to these times. She responded well physically but the mind did not. In fact, she lost her own identity and that of her husband. One day she took out her false teeth and threw them at him exclaiming at the same time, “He just wants my money!” However, the physical improvement was remarkable, under the cir- cumstances, considering the advanced state of deterioration present when Hygienic care was started. This woman lived to be 90 years of age. Her general disposition became loving and outgoing, but she became more and more childlike.

However, she became greatly attached to Dr. Elizabeth who sometimes would just simply sit quietly by her side and hold her hand. Simple dietary changes were made with emphasis on food combining. Once each week, she was dressed and taken for a walk and out to dinner. She looked forward to these times. She responded well physically but the mind did not. In fact, she lost her own identity and that of her husband. One day she took out her false teeth and threw them at him exclaiming at the same time, “He just wants my money!” However, the physical improvement was remarkable, under the circumstances, considering the advanced state of deterioration present when Hygienic care was started. This woman lived to be 90 years of age. Her general disposition became loving and outgoing, but she became more and more childlike.

The husband had been diagnosed six years prior to our taking over his care as having leukemia. He told us his fecal matter had been so impacted that practitioners were com- pelled literally to dig into the colon to extract it. Apparently he had been taking radioac- tive cobalt during these six years.

The husband had been diagnosed six years prior to our taking over his care as having leukemia. He told us his fecal matter had been so impacted that practitioners were compelled literally to dig into the colon to extract it. Apparently he had been taking radioactive cobalt during these six years.

One day one of a pair of workmen who were doing some repairs at his house and also painting one of the ceilings was discharged by the old man who was highly dissatis- fied with the work. Being very determined, he got up on the ladder to do the job himself and promptly fell off. The shock triggered an immediate and rapid deterioration and it was necessary to place him in a nursing home since there was no one to care for him at home. He died shortly thereafter and it is interesting to our study to note that an autopsy showed extensive organ deterioration and spinal bone sponging. He was 90 at the time of his death, also. This gentleman refused all dietary and other Hygienic suggestions. He continued taking his pills. He continued to suffer.

One day one of a pair of workmen who were doing some repairs at his house and also painting one of the ceilings was discharged by the old man who was highly dissatisfied with the work. Being very determined, he got up on the ladder to do the job himself and promptly fell off. The shock triggered an immediate and rapid deterioration and it was necessary to place him in a nursing home since there was no one to care for him at home. He died shortly thereafter and it is interesting to our study to note that an autopsy showed extensive organ deterioration and spinal bone sponging. He was 90 at the time of his death, also. This gentleman refused all dietary and other Hygienic suggestions. He continued taking his pills. He continued to suffer.

83.6.5 The Case of Mrs. R.

83.6.5 The Case of Mrs. R.

Mrs. R. came to us from another state. We bring her to your attention because she demonstrates how well the mind and body will respond when the full impact of the cor- rectness of Natural Hygiene principles is immediate and causes radical changes in all aspects of living and eating.

Mrs. R. came to us from another state. We bring her to your attention because she demonstrates how well the mind and body will respond when the full impact of the correctness of Natural Hygiene principles is immediate and causes radical changes in all aspects of living and eating.

At first meeting we learned that Mrs. R. had given birth to eight children and did not know what had happened to a single child. She was in her late 50s and the-children were all in the 20 to 35 age group. During the turbulent fifties and sixties they had joined communes and many had gotten caught up in the drug culture.

At first meeting we learned that Mrs. R. had given birth to eight children and did not know what had happened to a single child. She was in her late 50s and the-children were all in the 20 to 35 age group. During the turbulent fifties and sixties they had joined communes and many had gotten caught up in the drug culture.

Her physician had diagnosed a severe liver disorder and given a dim prognosis. Our first meeting lasted two hours during which time she poured out all her misery, anxiety, her fears. We found out that she was very religious so we urged her to concentrate on her faith and on the future. We gave her a course of study in Natural Hygiene and asked her to give it due consideration.

Her physician had diagnosed a severe liver disorder and given a dim prognosis. Our first meeting lasted two hours during which time she poured out all her misery, anxiety, her fears. We found out that she was very religious so we urged her to concentrate on her faith and on the future. We gave her a course of study in Natural Hygiene and asked her to give it due consideration.

From time to time we corresponded and at such times answered questions. A year later she came for her second consultation. The change was remarkable. She was smil- ing, her attitude was positive. Her complexion was much improved but, best of all, she had developed an attitude that life’s problems could be satisfactorily solved. She obvi- ously had not as yet solved all of her problems, but she was certainly much more confi- dent of herself and the future.

From time to time we corresponded and at such times answered questions. A year later she came for her second consultation. The change was remarkable. She was smiling, her attitude was positive. Her complexion was much improved but, best of all, she had developed an attitude that life’s problems could be satisfactorily solved. She obviously had not as yet solved all of her problems, but she was certainly much more confident of herself and the future.

Three years have passed. She now knows where every single one of her children is. In fact, this last year, she and her husband made a trip around the country and visited every single one of the young people. They have all, but one, entered the mainstream of life. The one exception is presently in a hospital under treatment for tuberculosis. But, best of all, this woman is herself a picture of radiant health. Her family doctor? Why, he has asked to borrow her study books! You see, even at her advanced age, her liver made a fantastic recovery, this in spite of his dim prognosis and, what is more, without his prescribed pills!

Three years have passed. She now knows where every single one of her children is. In fact, this last year, she and her husband made a trip around the country and visited every single one of the young people. They have all, but one, entered the mainstream of life. The one exception is presently in a hospital under treatment for tuberculosis. But, best of all, this woman is herself a picture of radiant health. Her family doctor? Why, he has asked to borrow her study books! You see, even at her advanced age, her liver made a fantastic recovery, this in spite of his dim prognosis and, what is more, without his prescribed pills!

83.6.6 Case Study—Mrs. R. D.

83.6.6 Case Study—Mrs. R. D.

Mrs. R. D. came to us after having experienced a limited hysterectomy, three mas- sive heart attacks followed by a mastectomy and two years of severe angina “attacks.” She had been advised that there were several coronary occlusions but that her body had partially corrected all but one of these. Mrs. R. D. expressed her willingness to place herself completely in our hands since she had finally come to the conclusion that her doctor of many years had nothing more to suggest. However, she was afraid to fast and, perhaps, it would not have been desirable in her case. We placed this woman on our Ex- tended Rest Plan which involves the following:

Mrs. R. D. came to us after having experienced a limited hysterectomy, three massive heart attacks followed by a mastectomy and two years of severe angina “attacks.” She had been advised that there were several coronary occlusions but that her body had partially corrected all but one of these. Mrs. R. D. expressed her willingness to place herself completely in our hands since she had finally come to the conclusion that her doctor of many years had nothing more to suggest. However, she was afraid to fast and, perhaps, it would not have been desirable in her case. We placed this woman on our Extended Rest Plan which involves the following:

First Three Weeks

First Three Weeks

# Diet same as above.

# Diet same as above.

# Night rest same as above.

# Night rest same as above.

# Onehourproneinadarkenedroom,2hoursup,eithersittingreadinginachairorlis-  tening to music, or about the third week, walking out of doors. Sun bath every day. Seventh Week

# Onehourproneinadarkenedroom,2hoursup,eithersittingreadinginachairorlis tening to music, or about the third week, walking out of doors. Sun bath every day. Seventh Week

# Diet continued.

# Diet continued.

# 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. Al- most 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 tremen- dous 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. ==

The declining years of maturity and senescence have little physiological value. They are almost empty of organic and mental changes. They have to be filled with artificial activ- ities. The aging man should neither stop working nor retire. Inaction further impoverish- es the content of time. Leisure is even more dangerous for the old than for the young. To those whose forces are declining, appropriate work should be given. But not rest. Nei- ther should physiological processes be stimulated at this moment. It is preferable to hide their slowness under a number of psychological events. If our days are filled with mental and spiritual adventures, they glide much less rapidly. They may even recover the pleni- tude of those of youth.

The declining years of maturity and senescence have little physiological value. They are almost empty of organic and mental changes. They have to be filled with artificial activities. The aging man should neither stop working nor retire. Inaction further impoverishes the content of time. Leisure is even more dangerous for the old than for the young. To those whose forces are declining, appropriate work should be given. But not rest. Neither should physiological processes be stimulated at this moment. It is preferable to hide their slowness under a number of psychological events. If our days are filled with mental and spiritual adventures, they glide much less rapidly. They may even recover the plenitude of those of youth.

... So far, human beings are classified according to their chronological age. Children of the same age are placed in the same class. The date of retirement is also determined by the age of the worker. It is known, however, that the true condition of an individual does not depend on his chronological age. In certain types of occupation, individuals should be grouped according to physiological age. Puberty has been used as a way of classify- ing children in some New York schools. But there are still no means of ascertaining at what time a man should be pensioned. Neither is there any general method of measuring the rate of the organic and mental decline of a given individual. However, physiological tests have been developed by which the condition of a flyer can be accurately estimated. Pilots are retired according to their physiological, and not their chronological, age.

... So far, human beings are classified according to their chronological age. Children of the same age are placed in the same class. The date of retirement is also determined by the age of the worker. It is known, however, that the true condition of an individual does not depend on his chronological age. In certain types of occupation, individuals should be grouped according to physiological age. Puberty has been used as a way of classifying children in some New York schools. But there are still no means of ascertaining at what time a man should be pensioned. Neither is there any general method of measuring the rate of the organic and mental decline of a given individual. However, physiological tests have been developed by which the condition of a flyer can be accurately estimated. Pilots are retired according to their physiological, and not their chronological, age.

Young and old people, although in the same region of space, live in different tempo- ral worlds. We are inexorably separated by age from one another. A mother never suc- ceeds in being a sister to her daughter. It is “impossible” for children to understand their parents, and still less their grandparents. Obviously, the individuals belonging to four successive generations are profoundly heterochronic. An old man and his great-grand- son can be complete strangers.

Young and old people, although in the same region of space, live in different temporal worlds. We are inexorably separated by age from one another. A mother never succeeds in being a sister to her daughter. It is “impossible” for children to understand their parents, and still less their grandparents. Obviously, the individuals belonging to four successive generations are profoundly heterochronic. An old man and his great-grandson can be complete strangers.

From the concept of physiological time derive certain rules of our action on human beings. Organic and mental developments are not inexorable. They can be modified, in some measure, according to our will, because we are a movement, a succession of su- perposed patterns in the frame of our identity.

From the concept of physiological time derive certain rules of our action on human beings. Organic and mental developments are not inexorable. They can be modified, in some measure, according to our will, because we are a movement, a succession of superposed patterns in the frame of our identity.

Although man is a closed world, his outside and inside frontiers are open to many physical, chemical, and psychological agents. And those agents are capable of modify- ing our tissues and our mind. The moment, the mode, and the rhythm of our interven- tions depend on the structure of physiological time. Our temporal dimension extends chiefly during childhood, when functional processes are most active.

Although man is a closed world, his outside and inside frontiers are open to many physical, chemical, and psychological agents. And those agents are capable of modifying our tissues and our mind. The moment, the mode, and the rhythm of our interventions depend on the structure of physiological time. Our temporal dimension extends chiefly during childhood, when functional processes are most active.

Then, organs and mind are plastic. Their formation can effectively be aided. As or- ganic events happen each day in great numbers, their growing mass can receive such shape as it seems proper to impress permanently upon the individual. The molding of the organism according to a selected pattern must take into account the nature of duration, the constitution of our temporal dimension. Our interventions have to be made in the ca- dence of inner time. Man is like a viscous liquid flowing into the physical continuum. He cannot instantaneously change his direction. We should not endeavor to modify his men- tal and structural form by rough procedures, as one shapes a statue of marble by blows of the hammer. Surgical operations alone produce in tissues sudden alterations. And re- covery from the quick work of the knife is slow. No profound changes of the body as a whole can be obtained rapidly. Our action must blend with the physiological processes, substratum of inner time, by following their own rhythm.

Then, organs and mind are plastic. Their formation can effectively be aided. As organic events happen each day in great numbers, their growing mass can receive such shape as it seems proper to impress permanently upon the individual. The molding of the organism according to a selected pattern must take into account the nature of duration, the constitution of our temporal dimension. Our interventions have to be made in the cadence of inner time. Man is like a viscous liquid flowing into the physical continuum. He cannot instantaneously change his direction. We should not endeavor to modify his mental and structural form by rough procedures, as one shapes a statue of marble by blows of the hammer. Surgical operations alone produce in tissues sudden alterations. And recovery from the quick work of the knife is slow. No profound changes of the body as a whole can be obtained rapidly. Our action must blend with the physiological processes, substratum of inner time, by following their own rhythm.

... A child may be compared to a brook, which follows any change in its bed. The brook persists in its identity inspite of the diversity of its forms. It may become a lake or a torrent. Under the influence of environment, personality may spread and become very thin, or concentrate and acquire great strength. The growth of personality involves a constant trimming of our self. At the beginning of life, man is endowed with vast poten- tialities. He is limited in his development only by the extensible frontiers of his ancestral predispositions. But at each instant he has to make a choice. And each choice throws into nothingness one of his potentialities. He has of necessity to select one of the several roads open to the wanderings of his existence, to the exclusion of all others. Thus, he deprives himself of seeing the countries wherein he could have traveled along the other, roads. In our infancy we carry within ourselves numerous virtual beings, who die one by one. In our old age, we are surrounded by an escort of those we could have been, of all our aborted potentialities. Every man is a fluid that becomes solid, a treasure that grows poorer, a history in the making, a personality that is being created. And our progress, or our disintegration, depends on physical, chemical, and physiological factors, on viruses and bacteria, on psychological influences, and, finally, on our own will. We are constant- ly being made by our environment and by our self. And duration is the very material of organic and mental life, as it means “invention, creation of forms, continual elaboration of the absolutely new.”

... A child may be compared to a brook, which follows any change in its bed. The brook persists in its identity inspite of the diversity of its forms. It may become a lake or a torrent. Under the influence of environment, personality may spread and become very thin, or concentrate and acquire great strength. The growth of personality involves a constant trimming of our self. At the beginning of life, man is endowed with vast potentialities. He is limited in his development only by the extensible frontiers of his ancestral predispositions. But at each instant he has to make a choice. And each choice throws into nothingness one of his potentialities. He has of necessity to select one of the several roads open to the wanderings of his existence, to the exclusion of all others. Thus, he deprives himself of seeing the countries wherein he could have traveled along the other, roads. In our infancy we carry within ourselves numerous virtual beings, who die one by one. In our old age, we are surrounded by an escort of those we could have been, of all our aborted potentialities. Every man is a fluid that becomes solid, a treasure that grows poorer, a history in the making, a personality that is being created. And our progress, or our disintegration, depends on physical, chemical, and physiological factors, on viruses and bacteria, on psychological influences, and, finally, on our own will. We are constantly being made by our environment and by our self. And duration is the very material of organic and mental life, as it means “invention, creation of forms, continual elaboration of the absolutely new.”

... There is a striking contrast between the durability of our body and the transitory character of its elements. Man is composed of a soft, alterable matter, susceptible of dis- integrating in a few hours. However, he lasts longer than if made of steel. Not only does he last, but he ceaselessly overcomes the difficulties and dangers of the outside world. He accommodates himself, much better than the other animals do, to the changing con- ditions of his environment. He persists in living, despite physical, economic, and social upheavals. Such endurance is due to a very particular mode of activity of his tissues and humors. The body seems to mold itself on events. Instead of wearing out, it changes. Our organs always improvise means of meeting every new situation. And these means are such that they tend to give us a maximum duration. The physiological processes, which are the substratum of inner time, always incline in the direction leading to the longest survival of the individual. This strange function, this watchful automatism, makes pos- sible human existence with its specific character. It is called adaptation.

... There is a striking contrast between the durability of our body and the transitory character of its elements. Man is composed of a soft, alterable matter, susceptible of disintegrating in a few hours. However, he lasts longer than if made of steel. Not only does he last, but he ceaselessly overcomes the difficulties and dangers of the outside world. He accommodates himself, much better than the other animals do, to the changing conditions of his environment. He persists in living, despite physical, economic, and social upheavals. Such endurance is due to a very particular mode of activity of his tissues and humors. The body seems to mold itself on events. Instead of wearing out, it changes. Our organs always improvise means of meeting every new situation. And these means are such that they tend to give us a maximum duration. The physiological processes, which are the substratum of inner time, always incline in the direction leading to the longest survival of the individual. This strange function, this watchful automatism, makes possible human existence with its specific character. It is called adaptation.

All physiological activities are endowed with the property of being adaptive. Adap- tation, therefore, assumes innumerable forms. However, its aspects may be grouped into two categories, intraorganic and extraorganic. Intraorganic adaptation is responsible for the constancy of the organic medium and of the relations of tissues and humors. It de- termines the correlation of the organs. It brings about the automatic repair of tissues and the cure of diseases. Extraorganic adaptation adjusts the individual to the physical, psy- chological, and economic world. It allows him to survive in spite of the unfavorable con- ditions of his environment. Under these two aspects, the adaptive functions are at work during each instant of our whole life. They are the indispensable basis of our duration.

All physiological activities are endowed with the property of being adaptive. Adaptation, therefore, assumes innumerable forms. However, its aspects may be grouped into two categories, intraorganic and extraorganic. Intraorganic adaptation is responsible for the constancy of the organic medium and of the relations of tissues and humors. It determines the correlation of the organs. It brings about the automatic repair of tissues and the cure of diseases. Extraorganic adaptation adjusts the individual to the physical, psychological, and economic world. It allows him to survive in spite of the unfavorable conditions of his environment. Under these two aspects, the adaptive functions are at work during each instant of our whole life. They are the indispensable basis of our duration.

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 constan- cy 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.

In light of the continuing confusion existing not only among the public at large but also in many scientific circles with regard to the optimum amount of protein required to maintain superb health and especially because of the current media emphasis on our supposed need to eat a diet high in protein, it would appear of considerable importance to review some of the epidemiological and historical evidence that bears on this subject.

In light of the continuing confusion existing not only among the public at large but also in many scientific circles with regard to the optimum amount of protein required to maintain superb health and especially because of the current media emphasis on our supposed need to eat a diet high in protein, it would appear of considerable importance to review some of the epidemiological and historical evidence that bears on this subject.

It would appear that such evidence is the only really solid evidence to be had: how have people responded for thousands of years to whatever dietary practices they, as a tribe or people, have constantly pursued? It takes many generations to observe results that can be considered conclusive. Pottenger and his cohorts at Yale University demon- strated that it takes three to four generations to prove the validity or lack thereof, of a particular dietary regimen with cats. We must assume that the same would hold true with humans.

It would appear that such evidence is the only really solid evidence to be had: how have people responded for thousands of years to whatever dietary practices they, as a tribe or people, have constantly pursued? It takes many generations to observe results that can be considered conclusive. Pottenger and his cohorts at Yale University demonstrated that it takes three to four generations to prove the validity or lack thereof, of a particular dietary regimen with cats. We must assume that the same would hold true with humans.

Throughout history, and in various parts of the world and in different climates and under diverse circumstances, millions and billions of people have lived exclusively on a simple vegetable protein dietary intake, rarely exceeding 30 to 35 grams per day. Some used animal flesh only occasionally, as on special feast days. Many have totally avoided all animal products, such as milk or eggs. In other words, they were vegans. Recorded history strongly suggests that they have as a rule, enjoyed far better health than the av- erage meat-eating person or tribe of peoples.

Throughout history, and in various parts of the world and in different climates and under diverse circumstances, millions and billions of people have lived exclusively on a simple vegetable protein dietary intake, rarely exceeding 30 to 35 grams per day. Some used animal flesh only occasionally, as on special feast days. Many have totally avoided all animal products, such as milk or eggs. In other words, they were vegans. Recorded history strongly suggests that they have as a rule, enjoyed far better health than the average meat-eating person or tribe of peoples.

Dr. Alan Walker of the Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy, The Johns Hop- kins University School of Medicine, startled the scientific community when, in 1979, he announced that, according to extensive studies of fossil teeth performed by him and his associates, he had concluded that early man lived for millions of years on an exclusive- ly fruit diet. (In a letter to your authors. Dr. Walker states that man was able to adapt successfully to progressive dietary changes. His paper on this research was, published in Great Britain.)

Dr. Alan Walker of the Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, startled the scientific community when, in 1979, he announced that, according to extensive studies of fossil teeth performed by him and his associates, he had concluded that early man lived for millions of years on an exclusively fruit diet. (In a letter to your authors. Dr. Walker states that man was able to adapt successfully to progressive dietary changes. His paper on this research was, published in Great Britain.)

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):

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 hyperkinetic 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 gen- eral 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 hyperkinetic 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.

Crime and cancer are rampant across America and in other parts of the world and especially in those parts where heavy meat eating is the custom; whereas among the rural Chinese, East Indians and among certain native peoples of Latin America, these scourges are almost nonexistent. These latter peoples all consume low-protein diets. The Hunzas of the Himalayas, for example, are well known for their emphasis on indigenous fruits in their diet and for the fact that they eat little, if any, animal protein. This tribe is also noted for the longevity of its individual members and for their superb health. It must be noted, of course, that these people live largely out of doors, work hard at their agricultural pursuits, do not consume processed and chemicalized food—all of which contributes also to their well being. We hear that many modern “delights” are now find- ing their way into this area since the building of a road there. It should be interesting for future generations to observe the changes that may accrue in the health of these people.

Crime and cancer are rampant across America and in other parts of the world and especially in those parts where heavy meat eating is the custom; whereas among the rural Chinese, East Indians and among certain native peoples of Latin America, these scourges are almost nonexistent. These latter peoples all consume low-protein diets. The Hunzas of the Himalayas, for example, are well known for their emphasis on indigenous fruits in their diet and for the fact that they eat little, if any, animal protein. This tribe is also noted for the longevity of its individual members and for their superb health. It must be noted, of course, that these people live largely out of doors, work hard at their agricultural pursuits, do not consume processed and chemicalized food—all of which contributes also to their well being. We hear that many modern “delights” are now finding their way into this area since the building of a road there. It should be interesting for future generations to observe the changes that may accrue in the health of these people.

Indians living at 13,000 feet in the Andes continue to eat their high natural carbo- hydrate, low-protein diets and continue to demonstrate amazing endurance and strength. The Tarahumara Indians of Mexico stick to a similar diet and are able to run 90 miles at seven miles per hour with no heart expansion or shortness of breath.

Indians living at 13,000 feet in the Andes continue to eat their high natural carbohydrate, low-protein diets and continue to demonstrate amazing endurance and strength. The Tarahumara Indians of Mexico stick to a similar diet and are able to run 90 miles at seven miles per hour with no heart expansion or shortness of breath.

Perhaps we should contrast this ability with the condition of some marathon runners at the conclusion of a run of only 26 miles, runners considered by the press and the pub- lic at large to be in superb physical condition! Many collapse at the end of the run, some take weeks to recover.

Perhaps we should contrast this ability with the condition of some marathon runners at the conclusion of a run of only 26 miles, runners considered by the press and the public at large to be in superb physical condition! Many collapse at the end of the run, some take weeks to recover.

The long-living and extremely healthy Georgians of Russia are living examples in our day of the correctness of a diet low in protein and high in carbohydrates. They are a hard-working, fun-loving, out-going people, family-oriented, who live, on an average, beyond the century. Most rarely eat meat. Many do consume Koumiss, a kind of fer- mented milk.

The long-living and extremely healthy Georgians of Russia are living examples in our day of the correctness of a diet low in protein and high in carbohydrates. They are a hard-working, fun-loving, out-going people, family-oriented, who live, on an average, beyond the century. Most rarely eat meat. Many do consume Koumiss, a kind of fermented milk.

This is the kind of evidence that cannot be ignored. This is the kind of superb health which is the result of eating practices followed by hundreds of generations and for thou- sands of years. This is the kind of health and longevity which is in direct contrast to what can be observed among the tribes who consume a high-protein diet: the Eskimos, Lap- landers and Masai being prime examples.

This is the kind of evidence that cannot be ignored. This is the kind of superb health which is the result of eating practices followed by hundreds of generations and for thousands of years. This is the kind of health and longevity which is in direct contrast to what can be observed among the tribes who consume a high-protein diet: the Eskimos, Laplanders and Masai being prime examples.

Both the Eskimos and Laplanders are gross in development and more or less dull mentally. They rarely live beyond the age of forty-five years. The Masai grow to great heights, often in excess of seven and even eight feet, but their life span is short. They live, on an average, to about the age of twenty-five years. The Masai are a tribe living in Africa. They are a sub-grouping of the Sudanese.

Both the Eskimos and Laplanders are gross in development and more or less dull mentally. They rarely live beyond the age of forty-five years. The Masai grow to great heights, often in excess of seven and even eight feet, but their life span is short. They live, on an average, to about the age of twenty-five years. The Masai are a tribe living in Africa. They are a sub-grouping of the Sudanese.

istent, they are very supportive of one another, they do not have access to foodless foods and are not exposed to other factors known to be destructive of health.

istent, they are very supportive of one another, they do not have access to foodless foods and are not exposed to other factors known to be destructive of health.

The average person in America today probably consumes two to four times as much protein as he requires for optimum living with many consuming six to eight times as much. This latter figure would apply, in many instances, to executives on the “party-en- tertainment circuit,” those who make a practice of consuming sixteen-ounce steak and lobster dinners and favor steak and egg breakfasts. (We recently heard about a restaurant that features steaks in excess of 40 ounces!)

The average person in America today probably consumes two to four times as much protein as he requires for optimum living with many consuming six to eight times as much. This latter figure would apply, in many instances, to executives on the “party-entertainment circuit,” those who make a practice of consuming sixteen-ounce steak and lobster dinners and favor steak and egg breakfasts. (We recently heard about a restaurant that features steaks in excess of 40 ounces!)

It is the considered opinion of your authors that the nausea experienced so often by astronauts in space is due not only to the stress of the occasion but also to the empha- sis placed on animal protein in their diets. They would be far better served to eat little or nothing prior to lift-off or to eat a meal high in carbohydrates, and especially if they ate a well-combined and properly constructed meal consisting of fresh ripe fruit plus, perhaps, some lettuce and celery. It has long been known that emotional stress can stop the digestive process for hours during which time all undigested foodstuffs ferment and putrefy giving rise to nausea, diarrhea and other uncomfortable gastric and related dis- orders such as headaches, insomnia, as well as others. A meal such as we suggest would be largely pre-digested and pose no such problems. Additionally, it would tend to con- serve body energy for the exacting tasks at hand. It would tend to “burn clean” and not add clutter to body channels.

It is the considered opinion of your authors that the nausea experienced so often by astronauts in space is due not only to the stress of the occasion but also to the emphasis placed on animal protein in their diets. They would be far better served to eat little or nothing prior to lift-off or to eat a meal high in carbohydrates, and especially if they ate a well-combined and properly constructed meal consisting of fresh ripe fruit plus, perhaps, some lettuce and celery. It has long been known that emotional stress can stop the digestive process for hours during which time all undigested foodstuffs ferment and putrefy giving rise to nausea, diarrhea and other uncomfortable gastric and related disorders such as headaches, insomnia, as well as others. A meal such as we suggest would be largely pre-digested and pose no such problems. Additionally, it would tend to conserve body energy for the exacting tasks at hand. It would tend to “burn clean” and not add clutter to body channels.

A physiologically-correct dietary program such as we suggest would provide ample energy for performance, would conserve body resources, increase mental alertness and permit normal metabolism. It would not occasion the four adverse responses of a high- protein intake, nor would it waste energy resources—energy wasted during the required prolonged digestion and in combatting the fermentation and putrefaction forthcoming when poorly chosen and incorrect foods are eaten at any time, and most particularly, when they are eaten at times of great stress.

A physiologically-correct dietary program such as we suggest would provide ample energy for performance, would conserve body resources, increase mental alertness and permit normal metabolism. It would not occasion the four adverse responses of a highprotein intake, nor would it waste energy resources—energy wasted during the required prolonged digestion and in combatting the fermentation and putrefaction forthcoming when poorly chosen and incorrect foods are eaten at any time, and most particularly, when they are eaten at times of great stress.

== Article #3: Health ==

== Article #3: Health ==

Extracted from The New American Encyclopedia published by Books, Inc. Copyright 1938, 1939. We include this extract for the purpose of showing our students that the re- quirements of the good life are both simple and well known. All that is lacking is the doing!

Extracted from The New American Encyclopedia published by Books, Inc. Copyright 1938, 1939. We include this extract for the purpose of showing our students that the requirements of the good life are both simple and well known. All that is lacking is the doing!

Health is the state in which the body functions normally. This condition finds the body free from disease, with all organs and component parts of its structure performing their functions properly and in correct balance.

Health is the state in which the body functions normally. This condition finds the body free from disease, with all organs and component parts of its structure performing their functions properly and in correct balance.

Health is a normal and relatively constant state in wild animals, this condition pre- vailing from their heeding of instinctive guidance, and from the free operation of na- ture’s laws of survival of the fittest which inexorably eliminates the weak.

Health is a normal and relatively constant state in wild animals, this condition prevailing from their heeding of instinctive guidance, and from the free operation of nature’s laws of survival of the fittest which inexorably eliminates the weak.

Man’s instinctive apparatus has become dulled by the exercise of his reasoning pow- ers and by habits of civilization which lead him to rely upon others for guidance. Health to him represents a relative condition, in which he seldom enjoys a state of perfection.

Man’s instinctive apparatus has become dulled by the exercise of his reasoning powers and by habits of civilization which lead him to rely upon others for guidance. Health to him represents a relative condition, in which he seldom enjoys a state of perfection.

With the development of medicine and surgery the weak are preserved, resulting in inherited defects or weaknesses. Hence a constantly increasing need for (1) Develop- ment of scientific treatment of disorders; (2) Understanding by man himself of the warn- ings and subsequent treatment of his ills.

With the development of medicine and surgery the weak are preserved, resulting in inherited defects or weaknesses. Hence a constantly increasing need for (1) Development of scientific treatment of disorders; (2) Understanding by man himself of the warnings and subsequent treatment of his ills.

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 ac- tion of tobacco or the stimulating influence of alcoholic beverages are substituted. In consequence, the weight increases, the appetite enlarges, and there is further disinclina- tion 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 posses- sor 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 dis- ease, 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, constitu- tions are no guarantee of long life. The desire not to know if anything is wrong is cow- ardly 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.

The secret of good health is moderation in all things—in eating, work, mental effort, ambition, play, and exercise. The life of moderation is the simple life and, therefore, the healthy, long, and a happy one. Those who prefer speed and profess a contempt for the consequences, always change their views when, too late, nature demands payment.

The secret of good health is moderation in all things—in eating, work, mental effort, ambition, play, and exercise. The life of moderation is the simple life and, therefore, the healthy, long, and a happy one. Those who prefer speed and profess a contempt for the consequences, always change their views when, too late, nature demands payment.

After the age of 50, the thinner an individual is, the better is his chance of reaching old age, provided he does not have a tendency to develop tuberculosis or has not suffered from tuberculosis in earlier years, and provided, too, his light weight is not due to some organic disease.

After the age of 50, the thinner an individual is, the better is his chance of reaching old age, provided he does not have a tendency to develop tuberculosis or has not suffered from tuberculosis in earlier years, and provided, too, his light weight is not due to some organic disease.

You have no doubt been repeatedly told that persons who weigh too much past the age of 35, have poor prospects of attaining old age. Their particular enemy is heart dis- ease. Statistics have abundantly demonstrated the truth of this statement. This does not mean that a very fat person cannot live to age 90 or even 100, but his chances of doing so are small.

You have no doubt been repeatedly told that persons who weigh too much past the age of 35, have poor prospects of attaining old age. Their particular enemy is heart disease. Statistics have abundantly demonstrated the truth of this statement. This does not mean that a very fat person cannot live to age 90 or even 100, but his chances of doing so are small.

Overweight is usually due to overeating, although stout persons nearly always insist that they are very sparce eaters; but, they measure the amount of food that they eat by their appetities, and the appetite is a very flexible measuring rod, capable of being enor- mously stretched by hungry persons. With very few exceptions, any person who is too heavy can reduce if he will make an effort to do so. The effort is worthwhile. At the age of 50, for instance, every pound of weight in excess increases a man’s likelihood of dying during the ensuing year by about one percent. In other words, if a man 50 years old weighs 50 pounds in excess of the standard figures, the likelihood of his dying is constantly 50 times greater than that of a man 50 years old who is of normal weight. (Hygienists generally hold that the standard figures are too high, possibly to the extent of 15 or more pounds.—The Authors).

Overweight is usually due to overeating, although stout persons nearly always insist that they are very sparce eaters; but, they measure the amount of food that they eat by their appetities, and the appetite is a very flexible measuring rod, capable of being enormously stretched by hungry persons. With very few exceptions, any person who is too heavy can reduce if he will make an effort to do so. The effort is worthwhile. At the age of 50, for instance, every pound of weight in excess increases a man’s likelihood of dying during the ensuing year by about one percent. In other words, if a man 50 years old weighs 50 pounds in excess of the standard figures, the likelihood of his dying is constantly 50 times greater than that of a man 50 years old who is of normal weight. (Hygienists generally hold that the standard figures are too high, possibly to the extent of 15 or more pounds.—The Authors).

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 sub- stances are produced which have a harmful action on vital organs of the body, particular- ly 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

Dr. Robert’s Daily Exercises

Dr. Robert’s Daily Exercises

“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 civiliza- tion 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 condi- tion—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

# 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.

# 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.

# 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.