American Presbyterian minister and dietary reformer (1794–1851)
Sylvester Graham (July 5, 1794 – September 11, 1851) was an American Presbyterian minister and dietary reformer. He was known for his emphasis on vegetarianism, the temperance movement, and eating whole-grain bread. His preaching inspired the graham flour, graham bread, and graham cracker products.: 29 Graham is often referred to as the "Father of Vegetarianism" in the United States of America.: 15 Graham's lectures caused riots on multiple occasions. Early life. Graham was born July 5, 1794 in Suffield, Connecticut, into a family of 17 children.
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Sylvester Graham (July 5, 1794 – September 11, 1851) was an American Presbyterian minister and dietary reformer. He was known for his emphasis on vegetarianism, the temperance movement, and eating whole-grain bread. His preaching inspired the graham flour, graham bread, and graham cracker products.: 29 Graham is often referred to as the "Father of Vegetarianism" in the United States of America.: 15 Graham's lectures caused riots on multiple occasions. Early life. Graham was born July 5, 1794 in Suffield, Connecticut, into a family of 17 children.
