“Lettuce, greens and celery, though much eaten, are worse than cabbage, being equally indigestible without the addition of condiments. Besides, the lettuce contains narcotic properties. It is said of Galen, that he used to obtain from a head of it, eaten on going to bed, all the good effects of a dose of opium.”
Quote by William Alcott
Work
The Young House-keeper: Or, Thoughts on Food and Cookery
This book offers practical advice on household management, focusing on food preparation and cookery skills suitable for young housekeepers. more
Author
William Alcott
William Alcott was an American author born on August 6, 1798, and died on March 29, 1859. He is known for his religious and moral writings, being one of the key figures in the 19th-century American religious revival movement. more