It is a fair question whether the results of these things…
“It is a fair question whether the results of these things have induced among us in a large class of well-to-do people, with little muscular activity, a habit of excessive eating [particularly fats and sweets] and may be responsible for great damage to health, to say nothing of the purse.”
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Excessive indulgence in rich foods leads to health and financial costs, especially among affluent sedentary groups.
In simple terms: Rich diets harm health and wallets.
Moderate diet and stay active.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy making
- personal health planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can affluent societies balance comfort and health?
- What policies curb overconsumption?