Counsels on Health - Ellen G. White

Results of Indulgence
Notwithstanding the example that Christ gave
us in the wilderness of temptation by denying
appetite and overcoming its power, there are many
Christian mothers, who, by their example and by
the education which they are giving their children,
are preparing them to become gluttons and
winebibbers. Children are frequently indulged in
eating what they choose and when they choose,
without reference to health. There are many
children who are educated gourmands from their
babyhood. Through indulgence of appetite they are
made dyspeptics at an early age. Self-indulgence
and intemperance in eating grow with their growth
and strengthen with their strength. Mental and
physical vigor are sacrificed through the
indulgence of parents.
Faithfulness in Health Reform
[Testimonies for the Church 9:153-166 (1909).]
I am instructed to bear a message to all our people
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