Aphorism Quote by Margaret Visser
“One can never be too rich or too thin' is an aphorism attributed to the Duchess of Windsor. Being both rich and thin is a difficult enterprise, indeed almost unprecedented as an ideal. Into the paradoxical gap between the capacity to spend money and the need to eat less steps a brilliant solution: 'light' food. In buying 'light' food we can pay more for what costs less to produce in the first place.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Rituals of Dinner, 1991
Being both wealthy and thin is rare; “light” foods offer a paradoxical solution by costing more but being less caloric.
In simple terms: Rich and thin is hard; light foods cost more but have fewer calories.
Key Takeaway
Consider cost‑benefit of low‑calorie foods.
Themes
diet
economics
paradox
health
Mood
pragmatic
analytical
Type
informative
critical
When to use this quote
- Meal planning
- budgeting
- weight management
- gourmet cooking
Key Concepts
Caloric density
food pricing
social status
Questions to Reflect On
- How does food cost influence dietary choices?
- Is “light” always healthier?
A Different Perspective
Light foods may not be accessible to all.
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