Pedestrianism

ON TRAINING. 233 Biscuit andstale bread are the only prepara­ tions of vegetable matterwhich are permitted to be given ; andevery thing inducing flatu­ lency must be carefully avoided. Veal and lamb are never allowed, nor pork,which oper­ ates as a laxative on some people; and all fat or greasy substances are prohibited, as they induce bile, and consequently injure the sto­ mach. But it has been proved byexperience, that the lean of meat contains more nourish- i i ment than the fat, and in every case, the most substantial foodis preferable toany otherkind. Vegetables, such as turnips, carrots, or po^ tatoes, are never given, as they are watery, and of difficult digestion. On the same prin­ ciple, fishmust be avoided, and besides, they are not sufficiently nutritious. Neither butter nor cheese is allowed; the one being very indigestible, and the other apt to turn rancid on the stomach. Eggs are also forbidden, ex- " remain tender andjuicy ; for it is by this means, it will " be easily digested,and afford most nourishment."— Wil- Ift h on Diet and Regimen, p. 313. G g ccpting