https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy 19th-century Presbyterian minister and American dietary reformer en-us 2017-10-25 19:47:14 UTC 2025-10-09 04:11:42 UTC hello@padlet.com bcasper19 https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/201958307 Graham believed that additives in food stimulated excessive sexual desire which  irritated the body and caused disease. 
In the 1800's, white bread was a symbol of 'purity and refinement'. Graham made a recipe for Graham bread that was free of chemicals. His recipe included whole-wheat flour, which was more nutritious and healthy. ]]> 2017-10-30 22:56:14 UTC https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/201958307 bcasper19 https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202729428 2017-11-01 22:24:18 UTC https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202729428 bcasper19 https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202729838 In 1829, Graham invented the Graham diet which included fruits, vegetables, whole wheat, high fiber foods, and fresh dairy products. The diet excluded meats, spices, and butter was to be used sparingly. His believed that by following this diet would rid the American society of impure thoughts. ]]> 2017-11-01 22:27:15 UTC https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202729838 bcasper19 https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202730342 Graham collected many followers called Grahamites. he had trouble securing places to lecture at because of the protesting of local bakers. Grahamites practice abstinence alcohol, frequent bathing, brushing teeth, and vegetarianism.  Although, Graham's followers vanished after his death.
Graham also published two books, "Science of Human Life" and "Treaties on Bread and Bread-Making". ]]> 2017-11-01 22:31:13 UTC https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202730342 bcasper19 https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202730862 Graham was the inventor of the Graham cracker and inspired many people to become vegetarian. He was one of the first people to stress the importance of hygiene and stated that people should bath once a day. Graham was considered a 'germ freak' by many. ]]> 2017-11-01 22:35:09 UTC https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202730862 bcasper19 https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202731816 2017-11-01 22:43:03 UTC https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202731816 bcasper19 https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202732211 Graham influenced many people to live a simple life and taught proper hygiene. He showed people that vegetarianism can be healthy. He also influenced American figures, Horace Greeley and John Harvey Kellogg. His invention of the graham cracker is also still used by many people still today. ]]> 2017-11-01 22:46:28 UTC https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202732211 bcasper19 https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202734524 There are many current advocates and activist of vegetarianism. Brigitte Bardot is a French Animal Rights Activist. She was involved in saving two horses from slaughter and stated that "Before they kill the are, they will have to kill me'. Similar because they are both advocates of vegetarianism. Also Bill Clinton was known for his legendary appetite during US office. Soon he became vegan after a life threatening heart surgery. He no eats no meat, dairy, and almost no oil. ]]> 2017-11-01 23:06:09 UTC https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202734524 bcasper19 https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202876359 2017-11-02 13:07:41 UTC https://padlet.com/bcasper19/m1uuqdfcltpy/wish/202876359