God, is the In-dweller in this physical frame. Be aware of Him, all through life and offer all your activity – breathing, talking, waking, earning and spending to Him, for, it was by Him and through Him that you were able to do all these things. To fall ill, and to call in a doctor - this is something unnatural, debasing. Once you have offered yourself to God, it must be well with you. There can be nothing ill. (SSS Vol. 6, p. 22)

Man is ill, but he is resorting to remedies that cannot cure. Diagnose yourself; discover the root cause; apply the proper remedy that is the way of the wise. Do not run after quacks or pseudo-panaceas. Sow the seeds of prema, after preparing the soil of your heart, removing the weeds. Let them grow, watered by faith; and yield the blossoms of Sahana (fortitude); later, you are assured of the fruit;Shanti. This is the task; this has to be the vow. (SSS Vol. 6, p. 189)

Illness is due to the neglect of some simple rules of healthy eating and drinking and due to the damage caused to the system by evil habits and stupid cravings. (SSS Vol.2, p. 74)

Illnesses are caused not so much by the food people eat or the conditions in which they live, but, by mental weakness, and mental attitudes, prejudices and predilections. Desires, disappointments, despair - they also cause diseases. For many illnesses, filling the mind with the thought of God is the curative drug. For the rest, regimented diet, sleep, pastimes and activities are effective cures. (SSS Vol.5, p. 48)

Illnesses are caused more by malnutrition of the mind than of the body. Doctors speak of Vitamin deficiency; I will call it the deficiency of Vitamin G and I will recommend the repetition of the Name of God, with accompanying contemplation of the glory and grace of God. That is Vitamin G. That is the medicine; regulated life and habits are two-thirds of the treatment, while the medicine is just one-third only. (SSS Vol.5, p. 55)

What are the main causes of ill health? Millions of living beings grouped as species dwell on the earth; they sustain themselves by means of food secured from Nature, as provided by Nature. It is only man that is an exception. In order to cater to his palate and other senses, he changes the composition and characteristics of the things provided by nature and prepares, through the process of boiling, frying and mixing, concoctions which have no vitality in them. Birds and beasts do not adopt such destructive methods. They eat things raw and consume the strength-giving vital essence. So, they do not fall victim to the many ills that man brings on himself. Plant a boiled pulse in the soil; it won’t sprout. How, then, can it contribute life to the living? The vitamins and proteins that are valuable ingredients are destroyed while it is cooked to please the palate! The billions of cells in the body are so inter- dependent that when one is weakened or damaged, all of them suffer. There is a limit and a balance which every limb and organ have to maintain. Insufficient or improper food will endeavour this balance. An occasional cough helps to strengthen the lungs and to clear them of extraneous matter, but fits of coughing are signs of positive illness. Evil thoughts cause ill health. Anxiety, fear and tension also contribute their share. All these result from greed, greed to have more things, of power and of fame. Greed results in sorrow and despair. Contentment can come only from spiritual outlook. The desire for worldly goods has to be given up. (SSS Vol.11, pp. 148-149)

Most illnesses can be cured by simple living, simple exercises and by intelligent control of the tongue. Live long so that you can witness the career of the Avatar for years and years. (SSS Vol.11, p. 151)

The human body is subject to afflictions from three sources: Vata (the wind element in the body), Pitta (bile) and Sleshma (phlegm). 102 types of ailments arise from Vata. Forty two kinds of diseases are caused by bile disorders. Phlegm disorders account for as many as 242 different kinds of ailments. Altogether the body is a sink for hundreds of ailments, says Bhagawan (D3 , p. 95)

Illness is due to the neglect of some simple rules of healthy eating and drinking and due to the damage caused to the system by evil habits and stupid cravings. (SSS Vol.2, p. 74)

Man is ill, but he is resorting to remedies that cannot cure. Diagnose yourself; discover the root cause; apply the proper remedy that is the way of the wise. Do not run after quacks or pseudo-panaceas. (SSS Vol.6, p. 189)

The progress of the universe is bound up with the progress of man. Any amount of development in the areas of scientific, economic and social spheres will not be of much use without mental transformation. How can we bring about this transformation? It is by restraining passions and emotions. Since mental tension is most detrimental to man’s health, man should learn the art of controlling his passions and emotions, which cause stresses and strains. It is also essential to keep our mind serene and peaceful while eating food. We should not indulge in discussion of topics, which will cause agitation and excitement and disturb our mental peace while we are taking food. Mental tension is responsible for ill health. We should also avoid viewing TV, video, etc, while eating food, as they may cause mental disturbance. (SSS Vol.27, p. 27)