What was horseradish originally used for? A historical deep dive
                                
                                
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                                Records indicate that humans have utilized horseradish for over 3,000 years, with its history tracing back to ancient Egypt and Greece. Long before it became a popular zesty condiment, what was horseradish originally used for? Its primary applications were medicinal and folk remedies.