Lettuce—underrated no more
In 2019, the CDC released a report indicating that just 10% of Americans consume the recommended 5 daily servings of vegetables. Essentially, food can be thought of as information that instructs our bodies how efficiently to function (or not). Veggies have always been a pillar of healthy eating, and this includes lettuce.
Whether it's iceberg, Romaine, butter, or red leaf, lettuce isn't typically thought of as a nutrient powerhouse. However, this article from The Manual offers insights into how nutritious the different types of lettuce are, easy ways to get more of them in your diet, and identifies which type is king of the nutrient hill.
https://www.themanual.com/fitness/healthiest-types-of-lettuce/
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Evangel
Thanks for this informative breakdown of lettuces and their nutrients. I'm glad Romaine takes the top prize since it's my favorite. I've noticed that some packages of Romaine are bitter, and I wonder what might cause that. Let us know if you find out now that you're a lettuce expert.
Slipstream
I do love them all, but sometimes a salad is just easier, but now I won't feel guilty opting for a romaine salad instead of cooking up some chard or spinach. Thanks for your informative post.