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Fasting Quote by Benjamin Franklin

“The best of all medicines is resting and fasting” quote by Benjamin Franklin
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“The best of all medicines is resting and fasting”

Benjamin Franklin

About This Quote

Source Book: Poor Richard's Almanack, 1758

Rest and fasting are presented as natural remedies that surpass many medicines in effectiveness.

In simple terms: Rest and fasting heal better than many drugs.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize sleep and periodic fasting.

Themes

health self‑care natural remedies

Mood

calm reflective

Type

advice health

When to use this quote

  • daily routine
  • stress management
  • detoxification
  • weight control

Key Concepts

holistic health physiology wellness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you integrate regular rest into a busy schedule?
  • What fasting method feels safest for you?
A Different Perspective

May not replace needed medical treatment for serious conditions.

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