Dr. Michael Werner
Dr. Michael Werner is a German chemist and a prominent practitioner of lichtnahrung, a form of breatharianism. Based in Switzerland, he is known for his claim of living without solid food for over two decades and has documented his experiences in writing.
Background
By profession, Dr. Werner is a chemist who has served as the managing director of a pharmaceutical research institute in Switzerland. His background is in scientific research, which he draws upon when discussing his unconventional lifestyle.
Practice and Claims
Dr. Werner's central claim is that he has sustained himself without consuming any solid food since 2001. He asserts that he lives on lichtnahrung, a German term meaning "light nourishment" or "living from light." According to this belief, individuals can draw all necessary sustenance from cosmic energy or light, rather than from physical food.
To have his claims investigated under controlled conditions, Dr. Werner reportedly underwent a 10-day supervised observation. During this period, he was monitored by medical staff while abstaining from food to study the effects on his body.
Public Presence
Dr. Werner is the author of the book "Life From Light," in which he details his personal journey, philosophy, and the principles behind his practice. Through his publication and public profile, he has become a notable figure within the global breatharian community.
It is important to distinguish Dr. Michael Werner, the chemist, from other public figures of the same name. For instance, he is a different person from the American Michael Werner, who