George Friedrich Handel, one of the prominent figures of baroque music, struggled with numerous health issues in the later stages of his life, which ultimately contributed to his early death. The composer became overweight and found it increasingly difficult to control his appetite. According to American music historian David Hunter, the deterioration of Handel’s health affected not only his personal life but also his musical career. Throughout his life, Handel traveled extensively across Europe, and this habit resulted in enormous dining expenses. The baroque composer’s health steadily declined over the twenty years, yet he spent this prolific period writing several significant musical works. Hunter shared his insights into the composer’s…