Sirach 37:27-31

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²⁷ My child, test yourself while you live;
    see what is bad for you, and do not give in to it.
²⁸ For not everything is good for everyone,
    and no one enjoys everything.^(A)
29 Do not be greedy for every delicacy,
    and do not eat without restraint,^(B)
30 for overeating brings sickness,
    and gluttony leads to nausea.^(C)
31 Many have died of gluttony,
    but those who guard against it prolong their lives.