F irst Book in Physiology and Hygiene" by John Harvey Kellogg is an educational publication written in the late 19th century. This book is designed specifically for children, introducing them to fundamental principles of human physiology and hygiene. It covers important topics such as healthful living, the structure and functions of the human body, as well as the significance of nutrition, and the effects of stimulants and narcotics. The opening of the book sets the tone for its educational purpose, starting with a friendly comparison of the human body to a house. The author describes the body in accessible terms, referring to its various parts as organs and emphasizing the importance of understanding how they function and how to care for them. Kellogg highlights the interconnectedness of anatomy, physiology, and hygiene, aiming to present complex ideas in a straightforward manner suitable for young readers. Through this engaging approach, he encourages children to appreciate their bodies as important and intricate "machines" deserving of care and respect.
g ood for food? What can you say about unripe, stale, or mouldy foods? What is adulteration of foods? What foods are most likely to be adulterated? Are pepper, mustard, and other condiments proper foods? What about tobacco? What is the effect of tobacco upon boys?
s atisfy thirst? Why do we need water? How does water sometimes become impure? What is the effect of using impure water? What are the properties of good water? Are tea and coffee good drinks? How is alcohol made? Give familiar examples of fermentation. How are pure alcohol and strong liquors made? Is alcohol a food? Why do you think it is a poison? Do you think moderate drinking is healthful?
d igestive tube? Name the different digestive organs. How many sets of teeth has a person in his lifetime? How many teeth in each set? How many pairs of salivary glands? What do they form? What is the gullet? Describe the stomach. What is the gastric juice? How long is the intestinal canal? What fluid is formed in the intestines? Where is the liver found, and how large is it? What does the liver produce? What is the gall-bladder, and what is its use? What does the liver do besides producing bile? What and where is the pancreas? What does the pancreas do? Where is the spleen? How many important organs of digestion are there? How many digestive fluids?
