What Is the Word of Wisdom?

For your spiritual and physical benefit, the Lord asks you to abstain from:

• Alcohol.

• Tobacco.

• Coffee and tea.

• Illegal drugs.

• Other harmful or addictive substances.

The Lord revealed the Word of Wisdom to the Prophet Joseph Smith. In this revelation we are warned to abstain from alcohol, tobacco, and hot drinks, meaning coffee and tea. Later prophets have taught that we should not use any substance that contains illegal drugs or harmful and addictive substances. The Word of Wisdom also teaches that we should eat meat sparingly and that we should eat grains, fruits, and vegetables.