an endeavor which led to the disturbing origin story of Corn Flakes. Post was inspired by the cereal he ate while there, and while attempting to improve upon the idea, created Grape-Nuts.

Although their flakes became less crisp after 2 minutes in milk, they didn't get soggy. Post Grape-Nuts, the top "other high-fiber" cereal, has pebblelike wheat bits that soak up milk, which ...