Quote by Barbara Ehrenreich

Upscale people are fixated with food simply because they are now able to eat so much of it without getting fat, and the reason they don't get fat is that they maintain a profligate level of calorie expenditure. The very same people whose evenings begin with melted goats cheese... get up at dawn to run, break for a mid-morning aerobics class, and watch the evening news while racing on a stationary bicycle.

Upscale people are fixated with food simply because they are

Summary

This quote highlights the notion that affluent individuals are often obsessed with food because they can afford to indulge in large quantities without the fear of gaining weight. Their ability to consume without consequences is attributed to their lavish expenditure of calories through vigorous exercise routines. The quote suggests that these individuals may enjoy indulgent culinary experiences, such as melted goats cheese, but counterbalance it with intense physical activities. It sheds light on the contrasting behaviors of these upscale people who showcase abundance in their food choices alongside their commitment to maintaining a disciplined and active lifestyle.

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