Un an de lait suffit. Les enfants qui tettent trop deviennent des sots. Je suis pour les dictons populaires.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- One year of milk is enough; children who drink too much become foolish. He supports popular sayings.
- In plain terms
- Too much milk makes children dull.
- What can you take from it?
- Moderate consumption of anything, even basics.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is there evidence for this claim?
- What limits should be set for children?
Another view
The claim lacks scientific backing.
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