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any disease, but rather to provide knowledge about

health. The conclusions are personal & withour affiliation.

These remedies are complementary, but they should

not be applied without having first consulted with the

physician that is caring for you. Do not stop taking your

medicines, or apply these remedies without the

authorization of a qualified practitioner that is familiar with your individual case so that you can discuss your options, arrive at an agreement and monitor

your progress. 2

Thomas Edison said,“The doctor of the

future will not prescribe medicines,

But rather, will focus on true remedies for

the human frame and in the prevention

of diseases.”

WHAT DID THOMAS EDISON SAY IN REFERENCE TO THE DOCTOR OF THE FURURE ?

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THE ART AND SCIENCE OF HEALING

God pledged Himself to keep this human machinery in healthful action if thehuman agent will obey His laws and cooperate with God. (3)

If man will first trust in God, rest, exercise, be temperate, dress with modesty anduse His simple agents properly, and apply principles of hygiene in using Histemple, then God will continue to cooperate with the human agent inproviding His natural agents of sunlight, water, clean air, life bearinggrass, seeds and herbs, in the prevention of disease. (4), (5), (6), (7)

There are many ways of practicing thehealing art, but there is only one way thatHeaven approves.

God's remedies are the simple agencies ofnature that will not tax or debilitate thesystem through their powerful properties.(1)

The work of cultivating the heart isprofitable at all times and in all places. (2)

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1-Testi. for the Church Vol 5, p.443.1; 2- Manuscript Releases, Vol 1, p.345.2; 3- Councils on Diet and Foods p. 17; 4- Genesis 1:11; 5- Exodus 15:26; 6- 1 Corinthians 3:9-11; 7- Manuscript Release Vol. 1, p. 345.2-346.3

HOW CAN ONE SYSTEMATICALLY DESCRIBE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF EXERCISE

AS A NATURAL REMEDY?

There are many Systems in the body that network with each other in the art and science of healing. The health benefits of Exercise apply to the:•Digestive System•Respiratory System•Immune System•Nervous System•Urinary System•Integumentary System •Circulatory System•Reproductive System•Endocrine System•Skeletal System•Muscular System• Hematologic System

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According to the NIH, physical exercise is defined as: “Planned, structured and repetitive bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles

that requires energy expenditure.”

Physical Exercise

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NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA July 17, 1996. 276(3): 241-246.

•Denotes a level of activity less than that needed to maintain good health.

•Characterizes most Americans.

•54% of adults report little or no regular physical activity.

•Most teenagers grades 9-12 are not performing regular vigorous activity.

Physical Inactivity

NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA , 1996 July 17; 276(3): 241-246.

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Risks of Physical Activity

• Musculoskeletal Injury

Risk increases with increased

frequency, intensity and duration

• Sudden death (rare)

• Myocardial Infarction (rare)

NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA, 1996 July 17; 276(3): 241-246.

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Other Benefits of Endurance Training

• Maintains or increases bone mineral density

• Helps prevent or control diabetes

• Helps control obesity

• Decreases risk of certain cancers

• Helps control anxiety

• Treats depression

NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA 1996 July 17;276(3): 241-246.Surgeon General’s Report on Physical Activity of Health. JAMA 1996, August 21; 276(7): 522.

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• Improves stress coping mechanism

• Improves intermittent claudication

• Helps control osteoarthritis

• Improves symptoms of Alzheimer’s

• Improves fibromyalgia

NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA 1996 July 17;276(3): 241-246.Surgeon General’s Report on Physical Activity of Health. JAMA 1996, August 21; 276(7): 522.

Other Benefits of Endurance Training

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Who Needs to be Evaluated Prior to Initiating Endurance Training?

• “Because the risks of physical activity are very low compared with the health benefits, most adults do not need medical consultation or pretesting before starting a moderate-intensity physical activity program.”

• “Those with known cardiovascular disease.”

• “Men over 40 or women over 50 with multiple cardiovascular risk factors who contemplate a program of vigorous activity.”

NIH consensus conference. Physical activity and cardiovascular health. JAMA, 1996 July 17; 276(3): 241-246.

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WHAT IS THE BEST AND SAFEST WAY TO EVALUATE THE USE OF

NATURAL REMEDIES ?

THERE ARE NO TWO PERSONS THAT ARE ALIKE. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO REQUEST MEDICAL COUNCIL TO:EVALUATE YOUR HEALTH,IDENTIFICAR IDENTIFY YOUR RISK FACTORS,ESTABLISH GOALS,ANSWER QUESTIONS AND EVALUATE YOUR PROGRESS. 12

“The more we exercise, the better willbe the circulation of the blood. Morepeople die for want of exercise thanthrough over fatigue; very many morerust out than wear out.

Those who accustom themselves toproper exercise in the open air willgenerally have a good and vigorouscirculation.”

EGW Testimonies for the Church Volume Two, pg. 525-6

“Many more Rust Out than Wear Out”

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Which health law is for the most part

responsible for obtaining perfect

circulation ?

Perfect health depends on perfect circulation; (1), (2)

There are over 600 muscles in the body that were made by design for movement.

Good circulation depends to a large degree upon the muscle tone of the body, and muscle tone is dependent

on fibers that are commanded by nerves, which are developed by exercise.

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EGW 1-Testimonies for the Church Vol. 2, p.351; 2- Healthful Living p.178.1

EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

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EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE SKELETAL SYSTEM

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Why many become invalids?

“The chief reason why many become invalids isthat the blood does not circulate freely, and thechanges in the vital fluid, which are necessary tolife and health, do not take place. They have notgiven their bodies exercise nor their lungs food,which is pure, fresh air.”

EGW Testimonies for the Church Volume Two, pg. 525. 17

EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE HEMATOLOGIC SYSTEM

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WHAT HAPPENS TO THE RED BLOOD CELLS WHEN WE DO EXERCISE ?

SCIENTISTS TELL US THAT THE RED BLOOD CELLS ARE PRODUCED AT A FASTER RATE WHEN WE DO EXERCISE. THE IMPORTANCE OF THIS IS THAT THE RED BLOOD CELLS TRANSPORT OXYGEN TO THE ENTIRE BODY.

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aerobic_exercise

EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM

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EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE MUSCULAR SYSTEM

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IN WHAT WAY IS THE MOVING ACTION OF THE ARMS LIKE A WATER PUMP?

The moving action of the arms forward and

backward, up and down, pumps blood and lymph to the heart on the right

and from the heart to the rest of the body on the

left. This action improves the circulation of oxygen and

improves the bodies natural defenses.

22http://healthmad.com/health/swinging-arms-while-walking-what-are-the-benefits/#comments

There is no exercise that willprove as beneficial to everypart of the body as walking.Active walking in the open air

will do more for women, topreserve them in health if theyare well, than any othermeans. Walking is also one ofthe most efficient remedies forthe recovery of health of theinvalid. The hands and armsare exercised as well as thelimbs.

23EGW Health Reformer Healthful Living pg.130.2

EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE DIGESTIVE TRACT

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WHAT EFFECT DOES WALKING HAVE ON THE DIGESTIVE TRACT?

•Digestion will be promoted by physical

exercise.•The diseased stomach will

find relief by exercise.•Exercise is important to

digestion, and to a healthy condition of body and

mind.

25EGW 1- Healthful Living, p. 133.3-5; 2- Testimonies for the Church, Vol II, p.413, 530, 569

WHAT EFFECT DOES WALKING HAVE ON THE BLOOD SUGAR BEFORE OR AFTER EATING?

Researchers are finding that walking

60 min. after meals ismore effective in

lowering blood sugarlevels than beforemeals in diabetics.

26American Medical Directors Association Volume 10, Issue 6, Pages 394-397 (July 2009) Sheri R. Colberg, www.diabetesincontrol.com

EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE RESPIRATORY TRACT

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IN WHAT WAY DOES EXERCISEBENEFIT THE RESPIRATORY TRACT ?

EXERCISE PROMOTES THE ENTRANCE OF OXYGEN IN THE BODY AND REMOVES UNWANTED CARBON DIOXIDE.

OXYGEN IS ESSENCIAL FOR LIFE.

WITHOUT OXYGEN WE COULD NOT LIVE.

EXERCISE MOBILIZES BRONCHIAL SECRETIONS THAT HELPS TO PREVENT INFECTIONS.

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http://www.brianmac.co.uk/physiolr.htm

WHAT EFFECT DOES EXERCISE HAVE OVER ASTHMA AND ALLERGIES?

Exercise improves

asthma and allergies and

Reduces the need to take

drugs.

29http://www.webmd.com/asthma/guide/exercising-asthma

EFFECT OF EXERCISE ON THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

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IN WHAT WAY DOES THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM

BENEFIT BY EXERCISE ?

THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM HAS ANARMY OF CELLS FOR THE PURPOSE OFFIGHTING GERMS AND POISONS.

IN ORDER FOR THE LYMPHATICSYSTEM TO FIGHT GERMS OR POISONSIT REQUIRES INTELLIGENCE. ONCE THEINTELLIGENCE IDENTIFIES THE ENEMY,WHERE IT IS SITUATED, IT’S SIZE ANDTHREAT, IT THEN CAN FORM ARESPONSE.

THE RESPONSE THAT IS FORMULATEDIS DEPENDENT ON IT’S INHERENTABILITY TO MOBILIZE IT’S ARMAMENT.

THE MOBILIZATION OF THEARMAMENT IS EITHER LIMITED BYPHYSICAL INACTIVITY OR FAVORED BYMODERATE EXERCISE.

31http://sportsmedicine.about.com/od/injuryprevention/a/Ex_Immunity.htm

EFFECT OF EXERCISE ON THE NERVOUS SYSTEM

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HOW CAN WE OBTAIN A NEW LIFE WITH VIGOR IN EVERY PART OF OUR BODIES?

If physical exercise were combined with mental exertion, theblood would be quickened in its circulation, the action of the heartwould be more perfect, impure matter would be thrown off, andnew life and vigor would be experienced in every part of the body.The proper use of their physical strength, as well as of the mentalpowers, will equalize the circulation of the blood, and keep everyorgan of the living machinery in running order.

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EGW Healthful Living pg. 132.6-7; Special Testimonies on Education pg. 352; Testimonies Vol. III, p. 490

The human body may be compared to nicely adjusted machinery, which needs care

to keep it in running order.

One part should not be subjected to constant wear and pressure, while another part is rusting from inaction.

While the mind is taxed, the muscles also should have

their proportion of exercise.

34EGW Signs of the Times 1886, No. 33; Healthful Living pg. 127.1

IN WHAT WAY IS THE NERVOUS SYSTEM BENEFITED BY EXERCISE ?

Exercise produces endorphins that:Take away pain, Improve our mental outlook, Enhances mental clarity, Improves memory,Promotes happiness,Gives a sense of wellbeing,Peace, love,

Etc.35

Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise: August 1990, Vol. 22, issue 4Endorphins and exercise: Physiological mechanisms and clinic….

IN WHAT WAY DOES EXERCISE WORK LIKE A TRANQUILIZER ?

IT HAS BEEN SHOWN THAT WHENYOUR BACK, SHOULDERS AND ARMSFEEL TENSE FROM STRESS ANDWORRIES IT IS VERY DIFFICULT FORYOU TO RELAX.THIS TENSION CAN PRODUCEHEADACHES, INSOMNIA ANDMUSCLE SPASMS.WHEN YOU GO OUTSIDE FOR AWALK, THIS RELIEVES THE TENSIONAND ALLOWS THE BUILD UP OF THEELECTRICAL CHARGES TO BERELEASED.ONCE THIS RELEASE OF TENSIONOCCURS, IT HAS ATRANQUILIZING EFFECT.

36www.mayoclinic.com/health/depression-and-exercise/MH00043

WHAT EFFECT DOES SWIMMING HAVE OVER IT’S PARTICIPANTS ?

It has been shown that swimming is an excellent aerobic exercise. Those that participate in aerobic exercises such as swimming experience: less tension, depression, anger than those who do not.

37http://swimming.about.com/od/swimworkouts/a/swim_benefit.htm

EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON THE URINARY TRACT

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IN WHAT WAY DOES THE URINARY TRACT BENEFIT BY DOING EXERCISE ?

In 1948 Dr. Kegel described thatwhen one does exercises, theurinary tract benefits principallyby the increase in the musculartone of the pelvic muscles thatsupport the bladder.Increase in the muscle tone ofthe bladder helps to preventurinary incontinence byproviding increased support fora more complete bladderemptying.Better bladder emptying helps toprevent urinary tract infections.

39http://www.ehow.com/facts_4810906_kegel-exercises-urinary-tract-infections.html

THE EFFECT OF EXERCISE ON THE INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM

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IN WHAT WAY DOES THE INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM, HELP THE LYMPHATIC SYSTEM IN DEFENDING US FROM

GERMS AND POISONS WHEN WE EXERCISE ?

When we exercise vigorously,we perspire.Upon exercising vigorously,this mobilizes the armamentof cells within the lymphaticsystem that defend us fromgerms and poisons.When we perspire, many ofthe germs and poisons areflushed out through thepores and eliminated.

41EGW: 1- Ministry of Healing 1905, p. 238.1; 2- Health Reformer 6/1/1872 par 16-17

EFFECT OF EXERCISE ON THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM

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• Increase in HDL after 12 wks of training

• Decrease blood pressure

• Improves insulin sensitivity

• Decreases fibrinogen

• Decreases platelet function

• Improves fibrinolysis

Cardiovascular Benefits of Endurance Training

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WHAT IS THE BEST REMEDY FOR DISEASED BODIES?

There is no exercise that can take the place of walking. By it the circulation of the

blood is greatly improved. . .

Walking, in all cases where it is possible, is the best

remedy for diseased bodies because in this exercise all of

the organs of the body are brought into use.

44EGW Testimonies for the Church, Volume 3, pg. 78, Healthful Living 129.5

What is my risk of getting clots by sitting?

There are more than 250,000 people in the USA hospitalized per yearfor Venous Thromboembolism.

Researchers believe people who sit at their desks for prolonged periods of time face a high risk of developing blood clots in the legs, which can be fatal.

Research from the Wellington Hospital in New Zealand tells us that for every hour that we sit there is a 10% risk of developing a Venous Thromboembolism.

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Preventing Deep Venous Thromboembolism > jenniferberube.suite101.com › Health & Wellness › General MedicineCached

WHAT ARE THE RISKS TO THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM OF NOT DOING EXERCISE?

Cerebral infarct (stroke) #3 cause of death

Myocardial infarct (heart attack) #1 cause of death

47National Vital Statistics Reports, Vol. 58, No. 1, August 19, 2009

WHAT IS IT THAT BENEFITS ME MORE, AN EXERCISE THAT I LIKE OR ONE THAT I DISLIKE ?

IT HAS BEEN SHOWN THATWHEN WE DO AN EXERCISETHAT WE LIKE, IT LOWERSCHOLESTEROL.WHEN WE DO EXERCISESTHAT WE DISLIKE, THECHOLESTEROL STAYS THESAME.THEREFORE, DEVELOP ANEXERCISE PROGRAM YOUENJOY.WHEN YOU ENJOY YOURWORK OUT, IN THE LONGRUN, YOU’LL DO MORE OFIT THAN YOU THINK !!! 48

WHAT RECOMMENDATIONS DOES THE (AHA) AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION MAKE ABOUT

EXERCISE AND THE CIRCULATORY SYSTEM?

According to the AHA:

“In persons less than 65 years of age,

It is convenient to walk at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise 5 times per week”.

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PHYSICAL INACTIVITY WARNING !!!A SEDENTARY LIFESTYLE HAS BEEN LINKED TO 28%

OF DEATHS FROM LEADING CHRONIC DISEASES.

Also, it has been shown that “for persons with sedentary

habits, late suppers are particularly harmful. With

them the disturbance created is often the beginning of

disease that ends in death. ”

50EGW Councils on Diet and Foods p. 173

What are the American Heart Associationrecommendations for exercise?

We suggest at least 150minutes per week ofmoderate exercise or 75minutes per week ofvigorous exercise (or acombination of moderateand vigorous activity).You will also experiencebenefits even if you divideyour time into two orthree segments of 10 -15minutes per day.

www.heart.org/.../PhysicalActivity/...Jan 19, 2011

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How does the American Heart Association define “Moderate-intensity physical activity?”

Moderate-intensity physicalactivity means working hardenough to raise your heart rateand break a sweat, yet stillbeing able to carry on aconversation.It should be noted that to loseweight or maintain weight loss,60 to 90 minutes of physicalactivity may be necessary. The30-minute recommendation isfor the average healthy adult tomaintain health and reduce therisk for chronic disease.

52www.heart.org/.../PhysicalActivity/...Jan 19, 2011

What if i have a problem with going to the gym or jogging ?

It is less important the type ofexercise that you to thanenjoyment that you get out ofwhat you do.

If you like to jog, run, ride abicycle, walk or just work in thegarden, it will all reduce stress,lower blood pressure and addyears to your life.

Moderate exercise that does notproduce tension, but rather is

enjoyable is what saves lives.

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WHAT EFFECT DOES BETA-ENDORPHIN HORMONE HAVE WHEN RELEASED WHEN WE EXERCISE ?

It is known thatbeta-endorphin is anaturally occurringopiate that not onlytakes away pain, butit also reduces bloodpressure, the heartrate and breathing.54en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endorphin

Walking, in all cases where it is possible, is the best exercise, because in walking, all the muscles are brought into action.

Many who depend upon the movement-cure could, by exercise, accomplish more for themselves than the movements can do for

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EGW Health Reformer 7/1/1872 par. 14

Studies on health tell us that there is a linear relatinship between physical activity and the

prevention of coronary heart disease.

The more that we exercise, the lesscholesterol we store. The less cholesterolwe store the less is our risk of developinga cardiac event.Walking 2 miles or more per day isassociated with an almost 50% reductionin mortality.Engaging in regular moderate to vigorousexercise lowers the risk of heart attacks,strokes, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetesdiverticular disease, osteoporosis, coloncancer and diverticular disease.

56Grundy S, et al. Circulation 2004; 110(2) 227-230

IS IT BETTER TO EXERCISE IN THE MORNING OR IN THE EVENING?

According to researchers,exercising in the morningis more effective inloosing weight thandoing the same amountof exertion in theevening.In addition, exercisingbefore breakfastincreases the likelihoodof doing it.

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walking.about.com/od/fitness/a/besttimeex.htm

IN SUMMARY, WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BENEFITS OF EXERCISING?

Some of the benefits of exercising are:•Increasing muscle tone•Improving your figure and posture•Increasing your energy•Enhancing your cardio-pulmonary capacity•Preventing loss of bone density•Stress reduction•Burning calories and reducing appetite•Helping in weight reduction•Reduce injuries in the workplace•Increase rate of healing from injuries•Pain reduction•Improve your sense of wellbeing•Enhances memory•Feel and appear younger 58

WHAT CAN WE LEARNFROM THE BIBLE ABOUTTHE HEALING POWER INEXERCISING THAT HELPSUS TO BE OVERCOMERS?

Hebrews 12:1-2 “Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that

is set before us,Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is

set down at the right hand of the throne of God.

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