Did Graham Crackers Stop Masturbation? Unpacking the Myth of Sylvester Graham
The story of Sylvester Graham and his eponymous crackers is one riddled with good intentions, stringent dietary restrictions, and a surprisingly pervasive myth: that he created the bland biscuit to curb sexual desires, specifically masturbation. But how much of this is historical fact, and how much is simply an exaggerated tale passed down through generations? … Read more