Comox Valley Adventist Church
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Health Ministry The Health Ministry is based on the relationship between our Christian faith and a Biblical call to healthful living. At Comox Valley Adventist Church we are currently offering Spring and Fall Vegetarian/Vegan Cooking Classes (see the Calendar for dates) and a and Meet-up and Newsletter for those interested in exploring the nutritional and health benefits of eating "high raw vegan". You can sign up for the newsletter by clicking here. You may also check out the Sweteraw Blog for more information on other events ( Click here for the blog )As persons interested in living a healthy life and respectful of the Earth over which we have been given a stewardship role by our Creator, we find the NEWSTART program acrostic contains helpful guidelines for a wholesome, thriving and restorative lifestyle:
N = Nutrition
Eating generous amounts of whole plant based foods.
E = Exercise
45-60 minutes of daily aerobic exercise.
W = Water
Drinking 6 - 8 cups of pure water daily.
S = Sunshine
Getting regular exposure to early morning or late afternoon sunlight while avoiding over exposure to intense sunlight and burning.
T = Temperance
Avoiding harmful substances and using in moderation those things which are good for you.
A = Air
Enjoying regular outdoor recreation and breathing mostly from the diaphragm to improve oxygenation of the blood.
R = Rest
Sleeping at regular times and balancing hard work with time for relaxation.
T = Trust in God
Recognizing that God cares for us and gives us unconditional love & acceptance. NEWSTART encourages healthy behaviors without judging.
"...among Loma Linda's Seventh Day Adventists, we found America's longest-lived culture. They're living about an extra decade longer than the rest of us. How? Part of the reason comes from a diet inspired from the Bible. Genesis, Chapter 1, vs 26."
See also Adventist Health Study 2 (Loma Linda University)
