Scripture commands, "Whether...ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God" (1 Corinthians 10:31).  With this counsel as a cornerstone, the author offers inspired advice on an often neglected factor in religion: how to eat for optimum health.  The compilers have included almost everything Ellen White wrote on such topics as vegetarianism, fasting, digestion, overeating, and the relationship of diet to spirituality.

Ellen White's writings in the field of health have stood well the test of time and the advances 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.

Ellen G. White (1827-1915) has undoubtedly been the most influential Seventh-day Adventist in the history of the church. She and her husband, James, provided strong leadership as the church was founded and organized in the mid-1800's. Her personal presence and her writings did much to shape and guide Adventism during her seven decades of prophetic ministry. Since her death in 1915 her counsel and insights have continued to direct the Adventist Church. Today millions look to her writings for guidance and motivation.