Abstemiousness

Our culture is out of balance. True temperance teaches us to dispense entirely with everything
hurtful and to use judiciously that which is healthful. Child Guidance 398.3. Consume no form of caffeine, tobacco and alcohol. Smoking and alcohol consumption increase your risk of cancer and heart disease. More than our physical appetites, temperance deals with our minds and morals.

True temperance teaches total abstinence of that which is harmful and moderate use of that which is good.

FACTS

• Male smokers have 22 times higher risk of lung cancer
• Adolescents drinking alcohol are 8 times. more likely to use illicit drugs
• Most highway deaths involve the use of alcohol

SIGNS OF DRUG PROBLEM

• Getting drunk or high on drugs regularly
• Drinking or using drugs when alone
• Needing more to get the same high
• Denying the problem of addiction

HOW TO BREAK ADDICTION

• Think about the negative results of your addiction
• Replace your old habits with better ones
• Resist: temptations - avoid exposure to stimulant
• Get the support of your family and good friends
• Trust in divine power lo overcome your habits.

HEALTHY HABITS

• Avoid all forms of caffeine, tobacco and alcohol as consuming these items increases your risk of heart disease. If you currently smoke or drink, you need to stop, immediately
• Chew your food slowly and thoroughly to avoid digestive issues
• Avoid snacking in between meals
• Eat .at set meal times all you need for your meal
• Space your meals at least 5 hours apart
• Avoid wasting time and spend your time wisely and constructively
• Take restful periods in your life and avoid overwork.
• Avoid any form of competition
• Reduce excess welght1 which contributes to many sickness and disease
• Check the side-effects in your medications as it can have an effect on you.