Bernarr Macfadden (1868-1955) entertained and instructed Americans for decades.
He established the world\'s greatest magazine publishing empire through the innovation of such popular publications as True Story , the first confession magazine
True Detective ; and many others..
While some critics derided him as a health nut, no one could dispute his genius as a magazine publisher.
He presented his views in Physical Culture , a popular magazine featuring photographs of strong men and healthy women and articles promoting the healthy life.
He championed physical exercise, fasting, and diet reform and was the relentless scourge of established doctors.
Bernarr Macfadden (1868-1955) entertained and instructed Americans for decades
