Strange that mankind should ever have used the mushroom. All the various species of this substance are of a leathery consistence, and contain but little nutriment. The condiments or seasonings which are added are what are chiefly prized. Without these,… — William Alcott Copy Share Image
Bread is a staple article of diet in theory, rather than in practice. There are few who are truly fond of bread in its… — William Alcott Copy Share Image
Strange that mankind should ever have used the mushroom. All the various species of this substance are of a leathery consistence, and contain but… — William Alcott Copy Share Image
One word, in this place, respecting asparagus. The young shoots of this plant, boiled, are the most unexceptionable form of greens with which I… — William Alcott Copy Share Image
Lettuce, greens and celery, though much eaten, are worse than cabbage, being equally indigestible without the addition of condiments. Besides, the lettuce contains narcotic… — William Alcott Copy Share Image
Every thing in human character goes to wreck, under the reign of procrastination, while prompt action gives to all things a corresponding and proportional… — William Alcott Copy Share Image
