Essay on Leeks - Botany / Essays / Biology / ID: 229743

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ID number:229743

Author: Anonymous author (31)

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Published: 20.05.2006.

Language: English

Level: Secondary school

Literature: n/a

References: Not used

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Leeks, which are very predominant in Europe, have an exemplary history. Leeks date back to 4000 B.C., the Bronze Age, where many different inhabitants used to eat this vegetable for health purposes. Hippocrates, founder of the Hippocratic Oath, use to prescribe leeks as a cure for nosebleeds. As time progressed, armies and rulers spread the word about the wonders of the leeks. Emperor Nero ate leeks because he thought it was beneficial for his throat and vocal chords. He was later nicknamed "porrophagus" meaning leeks mouth. …

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