Herbert M. Shelton, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Herbert M. Shelton

American medical writer

Date of Birth: 06-Oct-1895

Place of Birth: Wylie, Texas, United States

Date of Death: 01-Jan-1985

Profession: politician, dietitian, medical writer

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Herbert McGolfin Shelton (October 6, 1895 – January 1, 1985) was an American naturopath, alternative medicine advocate, author, pacifist, vegetarian, and a supporter of rawism and fasting.
Shelton was nominated by the American Vegetarian Party to run as its candidate for President of the United States in 1956.
He saw himself as the champion of original natural hygiene ideas from the 1830s.
His ideas have been described as quackery by critics.