Abram Hoffer
4 books
About the Author
Abram Hoffer, MD, PhD, was a pioneering psychiatrist and biochemist whose groundbreaking research revolutionized the field of orthomolecular medicine. Born in 1917 in Saskatchewan, Canada, Hoffer earned his medical degree from the University of Saskatchewan and a doctorate in biochemistry from the University of Minnesota. He co-founded the field of orthomolecular psychiatry in the 1950s, advocating for the use of vitamins and nutrients to treat mental health disorders, challenging conventional pharmaceutical approaches. Hoffer's work emphasized the biochemical roots of conditions like schizophrenia and alcoholism, influencing holistic health practices worldwide. Over his illustrious career spanning more than six decades, he authored numerous books and scientific papers, mentoring countless professionals until his passing in 2009. His legacy endures in the integration of nutrition into psychiatric care.
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