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Jell-O Through a Century of American Tastes
The article traces Jell-O’s rise from a 19th century gelatin invention to a modern staple with 22 flavors about sugar content and nutrition. It notes sugar concerns, methods to improve nutrition with fruit and vegetables, and mentions marketing history including Pearl Wait, Sparkling White Grape, and Bill Cosby. It also highlights color popularity at Lawrence High and cultural appearances in film and space journeys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jell-O
Susan Krumm
K-State Research and Extension
Douglas County
Krumm
Pearl Wait
LeRoy
N.Y
Wait
Sharon Thibodeau
Lawrence
Thibodeau
Lawrence High
Christian
Bill Cosby
Marilyn Monroe
Steven Spielberg
Shannon Lucid