It has been known since the 6th century BC in ancient Egypt, from where it began to spread to southern Europe and then further north. It was used in the cuisine of the Persians as well as in ancient Greece and Rome, and from these countries, it then reached the rest of Europe. It was brought to America by Christopher Columbus.

Iceberg lettuce contains vitamin A, B-complex vitamins including folic acid, C, E and K (which supports blood clotting). As for minerals, it mainly contains sodium, potassium and iron.

It has a neutral nature, a bitter taste and affects the heart and small intestine meridians.