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“Eat bread at pleasure, drink wine by measure.” quote by Randle Cotgrave
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“Eat bread at pleasure, drink wine by measure.”

Randle Cotgrave

About This Quote

Source Proverb: Traditional Culinary Advice, 17th century

Enjoy food and drink in moderation, balancing pleasure with restraint.

In simple terms: Eat and drink moderately for pleasure.

Key Takeaway

Practice mindful consumption.

Themes

moderation pleasure diet balance tradition

Mood

calm reflective

Type

proverbial practical

When to use this quote

  • daily meals
  • social gatherings
  • health planning

Key Concepts

nutrition cultural habits self-control

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance enjoyment and health?
  • What limits do you set?
A Different Perspective

Excess leads to health issues.

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