Herbert M. Shelton

Herbert M. Shelton (1895 – 1985) was an American author, lecturer, and advocate of Natural Hygiene, a particular branch of alternative medicine. Shelton was a proponent of fasting, vegetarianism, abstaining from all animal products, and raw foodism. He authored numerous books on these subjects, the most notable of which is The Hygienic System: Fasting and Sun Bathing.

Early Life and Education

Shelton was born on October 6, 1895, in Wylie, Texas. He was drawn to the principles of Natural Hygiene at a young age. He pursued his education in various fields related to health and wellness, including chiropractic, naturopathy, and osteopathy, although he did not earn a conventional medical degree.

Career

Shelton's career was primarily focused on promoting the principles of Natural Hygiene. He founded the American Natural Hygiene Society and served as its president for many years. He also established a health school in San Antonio, Texas, where he supervised over 30,000 fasts.

Shelton was a prolific writer, authoring over 40 books and numerous articles on health, fasting, and vegetarianism. His most famous work, The Hygienic System: Fasting and Sun Bathing, has been widely read and cited in the field of natural health.

Controversies

Despite his significant contributions to the field of natural health, Shelton faced several controversies during his career. He was arrested multiple times for practicing medicine without a license. His methods were also criticized by the medical community for being unscientific and potentially dangerous.

Legacy

Shelton's work has had a lasting impact on the field of natural health. His principles of fasting and raw foodism have been adopted by many modern health advocates. Despite the controversies surrounding his methods, his influence on the field of natural health is undeniable.

See Also

• Natural Hygiene
• Fasting
• Vegetarianism
• Raw foodism