Scripture commands, “Whether ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do it all to the glory of God” (1 Cor. 10:31). With this counsel as the cornerstone, this compilation of quotes from many sources of Ellen White’s writings offers advice on an often-neglected facet in religion: as the creation of God, we should strive for optimum health. Almost everything Ellen White wrote on such topics as vegetarianism, digestion overeating, and the relationship of diet to spirituality are compiled here. Some references include previously unpublished manuscripts.

The materials Ellen White wrote on the field of health have stood well the test of time and the advance of science. Generations of readers have found them to be a powerful aid in obtaining that self-control that promotes clearness of mind and purity of heart.