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What is the graham cracker diet?

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Invented in 1829 by Presbyterian minister Sylvester Graham, the original graham cracker was a bland, unsweetened health food, a stark contrast to the sugary snack we know today. Far from a modern diet trend, the original 'Graham System' was a strict vegetarian regimen with a surprising purpose. So, what is the graham cracker diet, and how did it evolve?