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"Persons who have accustomed themselves to a rich, highly stimulating diet have an unnatural taste, and they cannot at once relish food that is plain and simple. It will take time for the taste to become natural and for the stomach to recover from the abuse it has suffered. But those who persevere in the use of wholesome food will, after a time, find it palatable. Its delicate and delicious flavors will be appreciated, and it will be eaten with greater enjoyment than can be derived from unwholesome dainties. And the stomach, in a healthy condition, neither fevered nor overtaxed, can readily perform its task. MH 298.3"
Related principle 80% Proverbs 23:3
"Be not desirous of his dainties: for they are deceitful meat."
Both passages warn against the dangers of rich, stimulating, or 'deceitful' foods. The EGW quote elaborates on the process of adapting to a simpler diet, while Proverbs warns against desiring dainties. There's a clear thematic parallel regarding the dangers of unhealthy food.

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