The origin of this sentence is quite interesting. It is said that the famous traditional dish Dongpo Pork was created by Su Shi, a poet in the Northern Song Dynasty. The meat is fat but not greasy, crispy and fragrant, making it a delicacy handed down from generation to generation. In fact, although Su Shi was fond of delicious food, he did not eat enough, and his daily life was very frugal. He once wrote in "Books with Li Gong": There is no limit to the desire for food and drink, and every additional frugality is also the way to cherish blessings and prolong life. He believes that the desire for food can never be satisfied, and saving it every day is also a good way to cherish blessings and extend life.

Su Shi’s interpretation of restraining appetite:

It has both practical value for health preservation and full of Zen implications. Eating less and not being greedy means that it is a pity to live longer. As the saying goes, it is easier to know than to do. The truth is not difficult to understand, but it is not easy to practice. When delicious food is available, the temptation is hard to resist. Many people just enjoy it with their mouths and tongues, regardless of the consequences. Going too far is not enough, and moderation is the best policy. When it comes to food and many choices in life, everything is the same. Of course.