William Banting Quotes

A collection of quotes by William Banting.

William Banting (1796-1878) was an English undertaker and is best known for his contribution to the field of dieting and weight loss. Born in London, Banting initially pursued a successful career as a funeral director, taking over his family business. However, he faced significant health issues due to his obesity, which led him to seek ways to improve his well-being.

Having tried various weight loss methods without success, Banting consulted several doctors who recommended a low-carbohydrate diet. Following their advice, he introduced a new dietary regimen that became known as the "Banting Diet." This diet emphasized consuming moderate amounts of fat and protein while drastically reducing carbohydrate intake.

Banting chronicled his weight loss journey and the effectiveness of his new eating plan in a pamphlet titled "Letter on Corpulence, Addressed to the Public." Published in 1863, it quickly gained popularity and became one of the earliest dieting guides. The success of his pamphlet led to the term "Banting" being used as a synonym for dieting or weight loss.

Banting's innovative approach to weight management challenged the prevailing wisdom of the time and laid the foundation for future understandings of nutrition and health. Today, his principles are often associated with the low-carbohydrate, high-fat diet known as the "ketogenic diet." Banting's contributions continue to influence dieting practices and inspire those seeking sustainable weight loss methods.

For the sake of argument and illustration I will presume tha

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

Diet

I am most thankful to Almighty Providence for mercies receiv

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

Thankful

I am now in that happy comfortable state that I do not hesit

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

Diet

My diminished girth, in tailor phraseology, was hardly conce

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

Medical