Quote by John Mortimer

I refuse to spend my life worrying about what I eat. There is no pleasure worth forgoing just for an extra three years in the geriatric ward.

I refuse to spend my life worrying about what I eat. There i

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This quote expresses the perspective that one should not solely focus on strict dieting and sacrificing all enjoyable foods or experiences in order to prolong their life by a few additional years in old age. It suggests that the pursuit of pleasure, including the enjoyment of food, should not be sacrificed entirely for the sake of health. The implication is that a balanced approach to life should be adopted, where one can find enjoyment in moderation without excessively worrying about every dietary choice.

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