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January 1, 1879
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A Civil War Nurse describes how hated the starchy foods were in camps: "They had what they desired, in or out of season, and all seemed to object to the nutriment concocted from those tasteless and starchy compounds of wheat, corn and arrowroot, that are so thick and heavy to swallow, and so little nutritious."
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A Southern Woman's Story
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They had what they desired, in or out of season, and all seemed to object to the nutriment concocted from those tasteless and starchy compounds of wheat, corn and arrowroot, that are so thick and heavy to swallow, and so little nutritious.
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Grains | Grains are small, hard, edible seeds or kernels that are produced by grass-like plants. They are a staple food for many people around the world and provide a significant portion of the daily calorie intake in various cultures. Grains are widely cultivated for their nutritional value and versatility in cooking.
There are several types of grains, including wheat, rice, corn, barley, oats, rye, millet, buckwheat, sorghum. |
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