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The 32 Elements of Health:
Vigorous Activity

Element #6

photo: children playing on the beach
Vigorous physical activity is a joyous celebration of movement. It can be a form of art, a means of release, a source of fun, or an inner exploration. To be active is a privilege, and it is high time that we experience regular activity in our lives. Children aren’t the only ones to thrive when they move about a lot; we do too. Without exercise, we grow tired and our attitude becomes stale. Moving is a source of pleasure, and the temporary “high” we obtain from it is a natural and constructive means of enhancing our mood.   Read more of this 32 Elements of Health article on vigorous activity...

The 32 Elements of Health:
Inspiration, Motivation, Purpose, and Commitment

Element #21

diagram: Knowledge x Perceived Need = Motivation
The word inspiration comes from the Latin word inspirare, which means “to breathe into” or “to breathe upon.” In ancient Roman times, to inspire came to mean “to breathe deeply,” but it also took on the meaning “to instill [something] into the heart or the mind of someone.” Inspiration was considered the breath of God, and it was perceived as flowing into people, instilling them with new reasons to live.   Inspire yourself and read more of this 32 Elements of Health article...

The 32 Elements of Health: Emotional Poise and Stability

Element #7

“One's suffering disappears when one lets oneself go, when one yields―even to sadness.”
“It is only with one's heart that one can see clearly. What is essential is invisible to the eye.”
— Antoine de Saint-Exupryé
“Poise is just being yourself.”
— John Wooden

Are emotional issues holding you back from your goals? Ever wonder if it is possible to remain emotionally stable without suppressing your emotions in the process? Want to learn more about emotional poise, stability, and the importance of letting feelings flow? This article examines these topics, as well as how emotional poise affects many aspects of our lives, and how we can achieve it.   Discover emotional poise in this 32 Elements of Health article...

Emotional Journal

emotional journal writing

“I personally found this practice quite helpful in high school, as I navigated some intense emotions and issues.”
— Janie Gardener

The emotional journal is not like a traditional “what happened today” news-reporting type of journal. Rather, it’s is a place where you can be totally honest with yourself, without concern about anyone else’s opinions …  Read more about the emotional journal...

32 Elements of Health:
How Round is Your Wheel?

(Introduction to a 32-part series)

“We cause our health, or we cause our sickness, through our mode of living!”
— Dr. Herbert M. Shelton
  
In the coming months, we will be presenting a series of short articles about each of the 32 fundamental elements of health, as identified on page 10 of The 80/10/10 Diet. Today we present a list of the 32 factors, so that we can all prepare for the coming lessons! This list is not exhaustive, nor it is presented in any particular order or ranking. However, we consider the first ten to be indispensable—essential—for even a moderate level of true health.

Most of these elements work synergistically. That is, when we incorporate any one of them into our lives, others may be enhanced as well. Conversely, a neglected or out-of-balance element can diminish the integrity of one or more of the others.   Discover the 32 Elements of Health in this 80/10/10 article...

80/10/10 Athlete Freelee

Low Fat Raw Vegan Athlete Freelee with Jakfruit
“I tried a high-fat raw vegan lifestyle but just felt so sluggish and depressed. I wasn’t obtaining enough carbohydrates to meet my energy requirements, so I began to binge on sweet foods. Yes I felt better than when I was on a standard diet but still not great, and it wasn’t sustainable. When I switched to high fruit, the heavens opened! I felt like a new person; I knew I had found the answer!”   Read more of this article on quality of life...

Sensory Fasting for Optimal Health

SensoryMost folks seem to think that fasting means not eating. Well, certainly, that is part of the story. But by no means is it the entire picture, and using the word in that way often misleads people. I would like to explain a bit more about what a fast really entails, and how to make it as effective and efficient as possible.   Read more of this article on quality of life...

Fast, Faster, and Fastest Results

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Fasting has been hailed as the ultimate rejuvenator. Done properly, it can take years off your appearance and add years to your life. Done improperly, fasting can be one of the worst, if not the last, experience of your life.

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80/10/10 Allstar
Pam Boteler

Pam

Pam is truly an extraordinary woman. She is a national champion canoeist, motivational speaker, and so much more. We are proud to feature her as an 80/10/10 Allstar, and invite you to get to know one of our favorite people.

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What Are You Passionate About?

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Dr. Graham's May 2009 blog entry, where he reflects on why he is passionate about The 80/10/10 Diet.  Read more of this article on quality of life...

The Body Beautiful: Part I of II

How did we let our forms deteriorate from the god or goddess that our parents saw in us as children, and what can we do about it now? Most of us know the answer to the first part of the question, and it is unique to each individual. It is the second part that really needs answering, and is the focus of this article.   Read more of this article on quality of life...

The Body Beautiful: Part II of II

Basic maintenance of the human frame is relatively simple. Health needs must be met, of course. But keeping your body beautiful has never been easier.   Read more of this article on quality of life...

The One Car Theory

What if you had only one car, issued to you by the government when you turned eighteen? What would you do with it? This article presents an analogy for you, our health-concerned reader, to consider ...   Read more of this article on quality of life...

Getting Optimal Results

Pay no attention to your fitness and it will go away. Add in that which is missing from your program and your fitness will improve dramatically. By paying more attention to the weakest link in any aspect of your health regimen, including your physical fitness, you stand to access the greatest possible return on investment.  Read more of this article on quality of life...

Medical and Nonmedical Models of Health

If you have ever been confused about the differences between the medical model, alternative medicine, and the health creation available through Natural Hygiene, read this article. It may be the first time that you can truly appreciate the marvelous health system that Nature has provided for us, and how to tap in to it in order to accumulate and create your own vitality and high level of health.  Read more of this article on quality of life...