In ancient Rome cabbage was thought of as being a sovereign remedy that was useful for most things.
In folk medicine it was used as a tonic and in the treatment of stomach disorders, as well as for purifying the blood and cleansing the system. It was thought to have diuretic properties and was used in the treatment of arthritis.
Ulcers were thought to be healed by it, as was heartburn. It was considered to have antiseptic properties and was used to protect against respiratory infections.
In early times raw cabbage was taken to cure nervous complaints. It was also used in some liver conditions and was used to treat alcoholic and as a hangover cure.
Externally, cabbage was used to soothe, cleanse and heal the skin. It was used in the treatment of stings, burns, blisters, ulcers and sores. In the form of poultices, cabbage was used to bring boils to a head, to soothe chest infections and to bring relief to inflamed joints.
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