Carlton Fredericks

Carlton Fredericks (1910–1987) was an American nutritionist and radio broadcaster, who popularized certain concepts in health and nutrition. Fredericks was a proponent of Orthomolecular medicine, a field of alternative medicine that seeks to maintain human health through nutritional supplementation.

Early Life and Education

Fredericks was born in 1910 in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from Columbia University with a degree in Public Health. He later earned a Ph.D. in Public Health Education and Nutrition from Stanford University.

Career

Fredericks began his career as a teacher and lecturer in the field of nutrition. He later transitioned into radio broadcasting, where he used his platform to educate the public about health and nutrition. His radio show, "Design for Living," was broadcasted nationally and ran for over 30 years.

Fredericks was known for his advocacy of orthomolecular medicine. He believed that many diseases could be prevented or treated with the right balance of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. He wrote several books on the subject, including "Eat, Live and Be Merry" and "Fredericks' Allergy-Free Diet Plan."

Legacy

Fredericks' work has had a lasting impact on the field of nutrition. His radio show and books helped to popularize the concept of orthomolecular medicine and the importance of nutrition in maintaining health. Despite some controversy surrounding his views, Fredericks remains a respected figure in the field of nutrition.

See Also

• Orthomolecular medicine
• Nutrition
• Public Health

References

• Carlton Fredericks' New Low Blood Sugar and You (1979)
• Eat, Live and Be Merry (1961)
• Fredericks' Allergy-Free Diet Plan (1984)