A MOMENT ON THE LIPS CAN BE A LIFETIME ON THE HIPS

By Vernalee

A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips is a saying that means

"a small pleasurable indulgence (like a tasty but high calorie food) will have lasting consequences, usually referring to weight gain from overeating. Let's break this phrase down even further.

• A moment on the lips -

  This part signifies the brief enjoyment of something delicious, as it only takes a moment to taste food on your lips.

• A lifetime on the hips -

  This part indicates the long-term effect of that indulgence, implying that the calories consumed will be stored on your body for a long time, potentially leading to weight gain around the hip area."

  Said differently, "

  That quick simple enjoyment can have long termed effects." Keeping it all in perspective is an everyday challenge for many of us. It is truly something that we have to work at controlling. Oh my … how we love to eat! The challenge continues. We have to exercise, eat reasonably as we are reminded - what hits our lips will stay on our hips!