Some of the best materials about physical health published by the Church are noted below. You may also wish to visit the Physical Health section of this Web site for more information.

Russell M. Nelson, "Joy Cometh in the Morning," Ensign, Nov. 1986, 67–70

"Physical self-esteem . . . requires nurturing. Our bodies deserve thoughtful care. . . . Physical conditioning from regular exercise is important. And we can do so much more to keep our bodies strong."

Boyd K. Packer, "The Word of Wisdom: The Principle and the Promises,” Ensign, May 1996, 17–19

"Honor the principle of the Word of Wisdom and you will receive the promised blessings. . . . The Word of Wisdom does not promise you perfect health, but it teaches how to keep the body you were born with in the best condition and your mind alert to delicate spiritual promptings."

Duties and Blessings of the Priesthood, Part B, "Maintaining Good Physical Health,” 208–12

"The Lord expects us to understand how to keep our bodies as healthy as possible so we can accomplish our goals and help build His kingdom."

Susan W. Tanner, "The Sanctity of the Body,” Ensign, Nov. 2005, 13–15

"The Lord wants us to be made over—but in His image, not in the image of the world, by receiving His image in our countenances (see Alma 5:14,19)."