- Born
- Died
- Height6′ 5″ (1.96 m)
- Paul Saltman was born on April 11, 1928 in Los Angeles, California, USA. He was married to Barbara. He died on August 27, 1999 in San Diego, California, USA.
- SpouseBarbara(1949 - August 27, 1999) (his death, 2 children)
- Students at UC San Diego's Muir College named him "most valuable professor" in 1984. His trophy was a shellacked Twinkie balanced on a pedestal. He kept the trophy in a place of honor: near his surfboards.
- His research concerned the chemistry, biochemistry and nutritional role of trace metals such as iron, copper, zinc and manganese. His discoveries allowed for improvements in dietary and supplement strategies to prevent anemia, enhance physical performance and decrease the chance of heart disease.
- Throughout his career he did radio and television programs, including a half-hour series called Patterns of Life for National Educational Television and a series for the Public Broadcasting System. And he acted the role of a scientist in the documentary film, "Why Man Creates.".
- Was among the authors of an early study calling for women to drink more milk to boost their calcium intake and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
- You remember when you were a kid and the lady held up the four basic food groups? Well, what the hell is a pizza? It's all of the above. [1987 interview with The Los Angeles Times]
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