Cabbage, that smooth and crunchy source of vitamin C, seems to have been with us since time began.
Evidence of its use dates back to more than 4,000 years ago in China.
Ancient scrolls reveal that cabbage was actually used as a remedy for baldness in men, yet another condition that’s been with us since the dawn of time.
Today, cabbage is a popular dish in many countries. One reason may be because it is relatively cheap to grow and produce.
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