In an era of extreme diets, obsessive calorie counting, and “miracle” supplements, it’s increasingly clear that weight loss is not just about what we eat, but how we live. Surprisingly, one of the greatest physicians and philosophers in history, Maimonides, formulated centuries ago dietary and lifestyle principles that align almost perfectly with current scientific research.
Here are 10 simple yet profound principles from Maimonides’ writings for weight loss, aimed not just at thinness, but at overall, lasting health:
1. The secret is not to be full
Maimonides wrote sharply: “For every person, coarse eating is like a deathly poison to the body.” According to him,
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