What is 12 Grains? Exploring the Culinary, Agricultural, and Historical Meanings
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According to agricultural historians, the concept of mixing multiple grain crops for resilience dates back millennia, and in modern times, "12 grains" most often refers to a blend of a dozen different grains used in food products like bread and cereal. This phrase, however, holds more than one meaning, encompassing both ancient traditions and modern nutritional marketing.