Quote by William Banting
For the sake of argument and illustration I will presume that cert

For the sake of argument and illustration I will presume that certain articles of ordinary diet, however beneficial in youth, are prejudicial in advanced life, like beans to a horse, whose common ordinary food is hay and corn. – William Banting

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My diminished girth, in tailor phraseology, was hardly conceivable even by my own friends, or my respected medical adviser, until I put on my former clothing, over what I now wear, which is a thoroughly convincing proof of the remarkable change. – William Banting

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I am now in that happy comfortable state that I do not hesitate to indulge in any fancy in regard to diet, but watch the consequences, and do not continue any course which adds to weight or bulk and consequent discomfort. – William Banting

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I am most thankful to Almighty Providence for mercies received, and determined still to press the case into public notice as a token of gratitude. – William Banting

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If you can eat 70 percent raw or introduce raw into your diet, it will help your health. – Carol Alt

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And lets be clear: Its not enough just to limit ads for foods that arent healthy. Its also going to be critical to increase marketing for foods that are healthy. – Michelle Obama

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Theres no quick or magical way to lose weight. You just have to do it the natural way – diet and exercise and stick to it – and be able to do it at your own pace. – Jordin Sparks

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I try not to diet because it never really works for me, if I tell myself I cant eat something then I tend to want to eat everything in sight. – Leona Lewis

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