Genre:

Essay, Drollery

Subjects:

Nutrition, Medical Treatment

Institutions mentioned:

Corporation of London

    Criticizes aldermen for their notorious greediness, and recommends that 'all manner of persons' take caution in their diet. Advises eating game, truffles, port, and other high-quality food and drink, and avoiding an intake of vegetables and low quality meats. Recommends eating 'as much as is good for you, and are at liberty to eat more, if you like'.