
audiobook
By - Dr. Louis Dechmann - Biologist and Physiological Chemist
Valere Aude - (DARE TO BE HEALTHY) - or - THE LIGHT of PHYSICAL REGENERATION
DEDICATION
FORE-WORD
INTRODUCTION
THE HYGIENIC-DIETETIC METHOD OF HEALING
REGENERATION OF THE RACE - BY THE LIGHT OF BIOLOGY AIDED BY PHYSIOLOGICAL CHEMISTRY.
HYMN OF HEALTH
THE DARE TO BE HEALTHY CLUB
SYSTEM OF REGENERATION
A passionate plea for a return to nature’s own remedies, this early‑twentieth‑century treatise invites listeners to explore the science of health through a fresh, biological lens. The author, a seasoned biologist and physiological chemist, argues that true healing arises not from aggressive drugs or surgery, but from understanding and correcting the root causes of illness with diet, hygiene, and mindful living. By weaving together anatomy, chemistry, and everyday practical advice, the book offers a clear roadmap for anyone eager to nurture both body and mind.
Listeners will discover why the author sees the body as a self‑regenerating system that, when supported by proper nutrition and clean habits, can restore its own balance. The text balances rigorous scientific explanation with accessible guidance, encouraging readers to become active participants in their own wellness. It’s a compelling invitation to reclaim health through reason, nature, and personal responsibility.
Language
en
Duration
~10 hours (580K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Karen Dalrymple and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
Release date
2005-02-08
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1863–1924
A German-born health writer and self-styled physician, he published a stream of early 20th-century books and pamphlets on diet, hygiene, and natural healing. His work reflects the bold, often controversial reform ideas that surrounded health culture in the years before and after World War I.
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