The surprising origins of Graham Crackers

The surprising origins of Graham Crackers

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Graham crackers were originally created by Sylvester Graham, a 19th-century minister, as a bland food to curb sexual urges. Initially, they were made from unbleached flour, wheat germ, and bran, with no sugar. Graham's followers, known as Gramites, embraced his dietary beliefs. However, his popularity waned due to extremism. After his death, the crackers evolved, becoming sweeter with the addition of honey, cinnamon, and chocolate, thanks to the National Biscuit Company, now Nabisco.

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What ingredients were originally used in the Graham cracker?

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What modifications did the National Biscuit Company make to the Graham cracker?

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