Sirach 31:19

19 A little food is more than enough for well-educated people! They won't gasp for breath when they lie down to sleep.

Sirach 31:19 In-Context

17 Be the first to stop, to show your good breeding, and don't be gluttonous; otherwise, you will offend.

18 If you have been seated with a lot of people, don't help yourself before they do.

19 A little food is more than enough for well-educated people! They won't gasp for breath when they lie down to sleep.

20 Healthy sleep depends on not stuffing yourself. Such people arise early and feel good. The gluttons suffer the pains of insomnia, nausea, and colic.

21 If you've overstuffed yourself, get up, vomit far away, and you will feel better.