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Granola: From 1863 Health Food to Sugar Spike

8/31/2025

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Granola originated in 1863 as a health food called "granula."
It became popular in the late 1960s, associated with the hippie movement.
Many store-bought granolas have high sugar content, causing glucose spikes.
Common ingredients include oats, nuts, seeds, and added sugars.

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Story summary

Granola originated in 1863 as a health food called "granula."
It became popular in the late 1960s, associated with the hippie movement.
Many store-bought granolas have high sugar content, causing glucose spikes.
Common ingredients include oats, nuts, seeds, and added sugars.