The Natural Food of Man / Being an attempt to prove from comparative anatomy, physiology, chemistry and hygiene, that the original, best and natural diet of man is fruit and nuts

Name: The Natural Food of Man / Being an attempt to prove from comparative anatomy, physiology, chemistry and hygiene, that the original, best and natural diet of man is fruit and nuts
Author: Hereward Carrington

By Hereward Carrington

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The author argues that human beings are naturally frugivorous, advocating a diet centered on fruit and nuts, supported by comparative anatomy, physiology, chemistry, hygiene, and empirical observation. The book examines nutritional constituents—proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and minerals—reviews dairy, vegetables, cereals, condiments, and food combinations, and presents hygienic cookery and guidance on quantities. It contrasts national and individual dietary experiences, supplies tables of food composition, and advances practical recommendations for economical, health-preserving eating intended to maintain vitality and prevent disease.

About the Author

Hereward Carrington

Hereward Carrington was a British author and researcher known for his work in the fields of psychical research and alternative health. He contributed significantly to the understanding of paranormal phenomena, as evidenced by his notable book "The Problems of Psychical Research," which explores experiments and theories related to the supernormal. Carrington also delved into dietary practices, advocating for a natural diet based on fruits and nuts in his work "The Natural Food of Man." Additionally, he examined the mystical practices of India in "Hindu Magic: An Expose of the Tricks of the Yogis and Fakirs of India." His diverse writings reflect a keen interest in both the scientific and the esoteric.