Ellen G. White’s guidance on health and diet centers on several key principles: 1. Simplicity and Wholesomeness: She recommends eating plain, simple, and wholesome foods, avoiding stimulants and harmful items. Fruits, grains, and vegetables—prepared simply and without excess spice or grease—are considered the most healthful. Food should be thoroughly cooked, neatly prepared, and appetizing. 2. Balance and Nutrition: A diet should provide proper nourishment and not be lacking in nutrition. She cautions against extremes, such as overly restrictive or monotonous diets, as these can harm health. The quality of one’s diet affects both physical and moral well-being. 3. Individual Needs and Circumstances: Not everyone can eat the same foods; what is wholesome for one may not be for another. Individual needs and tolerances should be considered. In different countries or situations, people should eat the most nourishing food available, and the strictest diet is not always required or possible. 4. Moderation and Temperance: Especially for those with important responsibilities, temperance in eating is important—avoiding rich and luxurious foods. At each meal, it is best to have only two or three kinds of simple food and to eat only enough to satisfy hunger. 5. Practical Application: She encourages people to examine their dietary habits and understand the effects of their choices. Neglecting or abusing the body can hinder one’s service to God. Instruction in diet reform is needed, as poor eating habits contribute to many health and social problems. Mothers, in particular, should use common sense in feeding their children. 6. Avoiding Extremes: She warns against advocating or practicing extremes in health reform. While some may press their views too strongly, the truth about healthful living should still be shared. In summary, Ellen White’s health and diet guidance emphasizes simplicity, balance, individual needs, moderation, and practical application, while avoiding extremes and ensuring proper nutrition. References: - White, E. G. (1909). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 9, pp. 161-163. - White, E. G. (1897). Healthful Living, pp. 48, 76, 78. - White, E. G. (1905). The Ministry of Healing, pp. 146, 310, 318, 319. - White, E. G. (1900). Counsels on Health, p. 58. - White, E. G. (1915). Gospel Workers, p. 229. - White, E. G. (1900). Counsels to Parents, Teachers, and Students, p. 163. - White, E. G. (1901). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 6, p. 373.