A Comprehensive Guide-Book to Natural, Hygienic and Humane Diet

by Sidney Hartnoll Beard

"A Comprehensive Guide-Book to Natural, Hygienic and Humane Diet" by Sidney H. Beard is a dietary guide written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on promoting a fruitarian and humane approach to eating, advocating for a diet that prioritizes fruits, vegetables, and legumes while avoiding meat and animal products. The book aims to enlighten readers on the benefits of a natural diet both for personal health and for the welfare of animals. The opening of the guide introduces the author’s dedication to addressing the evolving consciousness regarding diet. Beard emphasizes the increasing recognition of how food impacts physical, mental, and spiritual health. He outlines the purpose of the book, which is to provide practical, reliable information to those seeking to transition to a more compassionate and healthful way of eating. The emphasis is placed on the merits of a fruitarian diet, including personal testimonies and scientific insights that support this lifestyle, while preparing the reader for the practical advice and recipes to follow.