Mission and Objectives

Our objectives are outlined in the following scripture: 3 John 1:2 ​“Beloved, I wish above all things that thou may prosper and be in health, just as your soul prospers.”We are fully aware that suffering and health problems are all as a consequence of sin, and since we accept that our bodies are temples of the Living God; hence we are obligated to care for our bodies. Therefore we believe in and encourage holistic healthy lifestyles, involving our physical body, spiritual body and our emotions.

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8 FOODS FOR LONGER AND HEALTHIER LIFE

Adapted from Loma Linda Adventist University Health Studies

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Loma Linda Adventist University REseach Studies
​NBC TV Today Show - Health Segment

GET INVOLVED

InStep for Life

InStep Activity Tracker Guide

In order to reach our goal of two million miles of physical activity each year, we are providing the InStep for Life physical activity tracker.  We encourage all church members and friends to join!  You can also join as part of a Pathfinders group, school, or hospital.   The InStep tracking system allows you to report your physical activity.  You can register as an individual to report your own miles, or as a site coordinator for your church, school or hospital. 
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1.Create an account at adventistsinstepforlife.org.  You only need to do this once. 
2.Log in to record your miles. You will automatically be taken to the reporting page when you log into your account.

InStep Paper Reporting Guide

You can also continue to use the paper log below to track your daily activity.  You can then report weekly or monthly totals online or give the log sheet to your site coordinator. Site coordinators will report for their site the number of total miles of the members or friends of their organization (church, school, or hospital). We do encourage you to use the online reporting as much as possible so you can achieve milestones for individual awards.

Download a paper log from adventistinstepforlife.org to print and fill out a Physical Activity Log to track your miles.

InStep Smartphone App Guide

Download the InStep for Life app on your Apple or Android phones to track as you go.
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Reference/Source: NAD SDA Health Ministries Activity Tracker Webpage
https://nadhealth.org/instep-for-life/activity-tracker/

TIPS FOR A HEALTHY FAMILY LIFESTYLE

Start your Healthy Lifestyle with Prayers, by committing to a spiritual connection with our Creator, who is our real Healer of physical, spiritual and emotional disorders or sicknesses. Also spend time in the Word of God.

​Raising a family isn’t always easy. You are busy, and so are your children. There is a lot to do in little time. But the stakes are high. Today, many kids are overweight or obese. A healthy, active lifestyle can help maintain weight. It also can prevent health issues, such as diabetes, heart disease, asthma, and high blood pressure.
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It is important to create healthy habits early on. These will help you make smart choices for your family. Children imitate their parents, so it’s important to set a good example. The tips below can help your family be healthy and happy.

Path To Improved Health

1. Eating Better for Children & Families

• Start the day with a healthy breakfast. It refuels the body and provides energy for the day.
• Let kids help plan and prepare 1 meal each week.
• Eat together as a family as often as possible.
• Take time eating, and chew slowly. It takes 20 minutes for the brain to tell the body that you are full.
• Eat more vegetables and fresh fruits. Aim for a total of 2 cups of fruit and 2 1/2 cups of vegetables each day.
• Eat more whole grains. Examples include oats, brown rice, rye, and whole-wheat pasta. Try to eat at least 3 ounces of whole grains each day.
• Drink plenty of fluids. Choose water, low-fat or non-fat milk, and low-calorie beverages.
• Serve a variety of foods.
• Serve food in small portions.

2. Eating Better for Parents

• Reward children with praise, not food.
• Do not demand or reward “a clean plate.” Let your children ask for more if they are still hungry.
• Read nutrition labels for serving size and this information can help you select foods that fit your family’s needs.
• Bake, broil, or grill foods instead of frying
• Avoid cooking with butter or vegetable oil. Use healthier versions like olive, canola, or sunflower oil.
• Choose snacks that provide nutrients and energy. These are essential for active, growing children.
• Ask your doctor about vitamin supplements for you and your children.

3. Being More Active for Children & Families

• Move more. Try to get between 30 and 60 minutes of physical activity each day. Short sessions of movement throughout the day add up.
• Include physical activity in your daily routine. Walk as a family before or after meals.
• Make playtime with your family fun. Be active by shooting hoops or playing tag.
• Be active in the home. For example, you can dust, vacuum, garden, or walk the dog. These activities are good ways to burn calories.
• Include activities, such as hiking or biking, when you go on vacation.
• Know your daily calorie needs. Balance calories you consume with calories you burn.
• Limit TV, computer, and video game time to less than 2 hours per day. Encourage physical activity instead.

4. Being More Active for Parent

• Park the car farther away at work or stores.
• Take the stairs instead of the elevator.
• Get off the bus one stop earlier and walk the rest of the way.
• Exercise while watching television at home. Use a machine, lift weights, and stretch.
• Walk to do errands.
• Be a role model for your children. Do something active every day.
• How active are you?

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This article was contributed by familydoctor.org editorial staff.
Copyrights: American Association of Family Physicians