Quote by Isaac Asimov

The first law of dietetics seems to be if it tastes good, its bad for you.

The first law of dietetics seems to be if it tastes good, it

Summary

This quote humorously highlights the common perception that enjoyable and tasty food is often considered unhealthy. It implies that there is a tendency to associate delicious food with high levels of fats, sugars, or other ingredients that contribute to poor dietary habits. The quote suggests that people often believe that if something offers a pleasurable eating experience, it must come at the cost of being detrimental to one's health.

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By Isaac Asimov

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