Dr. Jensen's nutrition handbook

Dr. Jensen's Nutrition Handbook was published in 2000 as a consolidation of the foundational philosophies of Bernard Jensen, a prominent figure in the mid-20th-century alternative health and naturopathy movement. Jensen was best known for his work in iridology and gut-focused detoxification, and this book was designed to serve as a comprehensive reference for his followers. It synthesizes decades of his lectures and smaller clinical guides into a single resource intended for home use by individuals interested in nutritional healing.

The design of this handbook reflects the educational goals of the McGraw-Hill edition, focusing on accessibility for a lay audience. Jensen’s work was frequently received as a cornerstone text within the holistic health community, though it often diverged from the mainstream medical consensus of the period. The book maintains his characteristic emphasis on whole foods, the importance of intestinal health, and the idea that nutritional deficiency is a primary driver of chronic illness, preserving his established pedagogical style for a new millennium.