: Shelton was a staunch critic of conventional medicine, viewing drugs as "poisons" that merely suppress symptoms and further toxify the body. Essential Lifestyle Practices
: He argued that most diseases are caused by toxemia—the accumulation of toxic waste due to "enervation" (lowered vital energy). Natural Hygiene articles by Dr. Herbert Shelton
Dr. Herbert Shelton was a prolific author who published more than through his Hygienic Review magazine, which ran for over 40 years. His work forms the cornerstone of the Natural Hygiene movement, a philosophy centered on the body's inherent ability to heal itself when provided with the correct biological conditions. Core Philosophy of Natural Hygiene : Shelton was a staunch critic of conventional