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Delve into the surprising history of Graham crackers, revealing their origins in the Victorian era's perceptions of sexual
desires and their connection to various health problems.
Meet Reverend
Sylvester Graham, the mind behind these crackers, who sought to suppress sexual
urges by advocating for a bland diet. Learn how the initially unappetizing
Graham crackers were created from unbleached wheat flour, wheat bran, and
ground germ.
Explore Graham's broader influence on clean
living and vegetarianism, and understand why his extreme views led to a decline
in popularity. Finally, trace the evolution of Graham crackers into the sweet
treats we enjoy today, thanks to commercialization by the National Biscuit
Company (Nabisco).
Graham Crackers
Delve into the surprising history of Graham crackers, revealing their origins in the Victorian era's perceptions of sexual desires and their connection to various health problems.
Meet Reverend Sylvester Graham, the mind behind these crackers, who sought to suppress sexual urges by advocating for a bland diet. Learn how the initially unappetizing Graham crackers were created from unbleached wheat flour, wheat bran, and ground germ.
Explore Graham's broader influence on clean living and vegetarianism, and understand why his extreme views led to a decline in popularity. Finally, trace the evolution of Graham crackers into the sweet treats we enjoy today, thanks to commercialization by the National Biscuit Company (Nabisco).