A tribute to Lloyd Clayton and the Clayton College of Natural Health

A tribute to Lloyd Clayton and the Clayton College of Natural Health

I can't help but appreciate people who have championed the cause of alternative healthcare. One of these people is Lloyd Clayton, the founder of the Clayton College of Natural Health. Clayton College opened 25 years ago when chemical medicine dominated healthcare in the United States. At that time, it was a crime to provide health care services without a government license (privilege). Those who tried were considered quacks and could be severely punished by law enforcement.

Clayton, a traditional naturopath and herbalist from Birmingham, Alabama, was dedicated to the principles of natural health. Despite the obstacles posed by modern medicine and science, his commitment would lead to the rebirth of Benedikt Lust's distance education in naturopathy. His college educates more than 25,000 students from around the world who learn from CCNH to apply traditional principles of natural health care.

Clayton offers many naturopathic options to choose from. My favorite model is homeopathy and I practice it alongside naturopathy. Clayton isn't the only one providing naturopathic credentials, and as always there are some conflicts between education providers and their claims. There are other schools that offer degrees in a standard campus atmosphere. Given my situation, the distance learning aspect of Clayton convinced me that it was right for me. As control of the power structure of modern chemical medicine diminishes, all forms of natural health training are on the rise to help people around the world.

I wasn't disappointed. Without CCNH's guidance and inspiration, I may find myself taking medication or spending time in a doctor's office. The appreciation runs deep as I look through the past and present for those who have helped me find paths in my search for drug-free healing.