Ellen G. White’s health and diet guidance centers on simplicity, balance, and individual needs. She recommends eating plain, wholesome foods—mainly fruits, grains, and vegetables—prepared simply and free from excess spice and grease. Milk and cream can be included as part of a healthful diet. Food should be thoroughly cooked, neatly prepared, and appetizing. White emphasizes the importance of proper nutrition and variety, cautioning against diets that are too restrictive or lack nourishment. She recognizes that not everyone can eat the same foods, so dietary choices should consider individual needs and local circumstances. In some cases, especially for those with limited resources, the most nourishing available food should be used. Moderation and temperance are key themes. She advises eating only enough to satisfy hunger, choosing two or three kinds of simple food per meal, and avoiding rich or luxurious foods, especially for those with important responsibilities. White also warns against extremes in diet and health reform, advocating for balance, common sense, and respect for others’ choices. Practical application is important: individuals should study their own habits, understand cause and effect, and avoid neglecting or abusing the body. Providing nourishing and enjoyable food is a primary duty, and mothers are encouraged to use common sense in feeding children. Finally, White notes that wrong eating habits and unhealthful foods contribute to broader social problems, and she calls for greater instruction in dietetic reform. She believes that diet affects both physical and moral health. If you would like more specific guidance or direct quotations on a particular aspect of health and diet, please let me know! References: - White, E. G. (1909). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 9, p. 161–163. - White, E. G. (1890). Christian Temperance and Bible Hygiene, p. 58. - White, E. G. (1905). The Ministry of Healing, p. 146, 310, 318–319. - White, E. G. (1897). Healthful Living, p. 48, 76, 78. - White, E. G. (1900). Counsels on Education, p. 163. - White, E. G. (1900). Gospel Workers, p. 229. - White, E. G. (1900). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 6, p. 373.