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Why is Karat Used for Gold?

Have you ever had a post-workout protein bar that looked like it was covered in decadent chocolate, only to bite into it and it tasted like paper?  That was probably carob on the outside, not chocolate.  And although a healthier alternative, it is just not the same.  Well, while carob may not be rich in flavor, it is certainly rich in history.  The carob tree…