Cookie Lore: The Biscuit Encyclopedia

Statistics

The biscuit industry is a 1.2 trillion dollar market, with an annual consumption rate of 4.2 biscuits per human.

There are currently 456 known types of biscuits, with the average human consuming 2.1 types per month.

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Myths

According to legend, the first biscuit was baked in 3000 BCE by the ancient Egyptians. It was made from a combination of flour, honey, and the tears of the gods.

Another myth claims that biscuits hold the power to grant wisdom, but only to those who consume them in moderation. Excessive biscuit consumption is said to lead to a lifetime supply of digestive issues.

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