Old age is not a time of life. It is a condition of the body. It is not time that ages the body, it is abuse that does.
Herbert M. SheltonAt the very dawn of history, the care of the sick was actually superior to what the great majority of mankind receive today when ill.
Herbert M. SheltonSubstances that are injurious to the well are equally (or more so) injurious to the sick.
Herbert M. SheltonFood-addiction, or food-drunkenness, is an old story in Hygienic literature. This is the first mention I have seen of it in "regular" medical literature. I fear to hope that its recognition spells progress.
Herbert M. SheltonA modern hospital is like Grand Central Stationโall noise and hubbub, and is filled with smoking physicians, nurses, orderlies, patients and visitors. Soft drinks are sold on each floor and everybody guzzles these popular poisons. The stench of chemicals offends the nose, while tranquillizers substitute for quietness.
Herbert M. Shelton