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What is the point of a digestive biscuit?

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First created in Scotland in 1839 by two doctors, the digestive biscuit was originally conceived as a semi-sweet snack to assist with digestion. Its name derives from the inclusion of sodium bicarbonate, which was believed to have antacid properties to relieve stomach issues.