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Lettuce is one of the best vegetable sources of the mineral Iron. As well as supplying an abundance of Iron, Lettuce is dominant in two essential vitamins that enhance the absorption of the mineral Iron: Vitamin E is very will supplied and good amounts of vitamin C are also available from fresh Lettuce. The mineral Iron helps the body to increase resistance to stress and disease. Lettuce also supplies a correct balance of the main mineral Calcium with Phosphorus and that also enhances the absorption of the mineral Iron. Lettuce also supplies good amounts of the trace mineral Copper and that is essential for Iron metabolism. Iron foods will protect you against poor and brittle fingernails, stomach ulcers, conjunctivitis and hepatitis. Lettuce is a lucky vegetable as they rarely get cooked and thereby supply an abundance of heat sensitive nutrients such as the minerals potassium, sodium, Sulphur and chlorine and vitamins A, C, B complex. Biotin is a B complex vitamin and Lettuce is one of the best vegetable sources of this precious nutrient. Biotin is the only B group vitamin that contains the mineral Sulfur and this promotes body cleansing and protection from infections. Biotin is also essential for the metabolism of fats and a deficiency of this vitamin can lead to over weight conditions, difficulty in sleeping nervousness and dermatitis. Always remember lettuce if you want to relax.
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Does lettuce contain negative calories?
Yes
How much water does romaine lettuce contain?
Much the same as other types of lettuce, about 95%
Does lettuce contain chloroplast?
Yes, lettuce leaves contain chloroplasts. Chloroplasts are the organelles in plant cells responsible for photosynthesis, the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy. This is why lettuce and other green plants are able to produce their own food.
Is lettuce good for your heart?
Nutritionally speaking, lettuce really doesn't contain much of anything, so it'be more a case of lettuce not being bad rather than being actually good. But sure, if you were to compare a lettuce to a donut, then the lettuce would be "good" for you.
Can you freeze sandwiches?
Yes, but not if they contain lettuce, tomatoes, green peppers, etc.
Does lettuce have acid?
Some lettuce does contain small amounts of citric acid, and the nutrient folic acid. But the pH of lettuce is usually not below 6, very weakly acidic.
Is lettus a fruit or vegetable?
Lettuce is a vegetable. It is green and leafy and does not contain seeds. It is used in salads.
What foods contain cobalt?
1. Liver 2. Shellfish 3. Milk 4. Lettuce
What nutrients does iceberg lettuce contain?
Iceberg lettuce has a number of nutrients. It is a good source of vitamin A while they also help with beta carotene and zeaxanthin. They are also a source of fiber.
Would a head of lettuce contain chemical potential energy?
Yes, a head of lettuce contains chemical potential energy. This energy is stored in the bonds of the organic molecules within the lettuce, such as carbohydrates and lipids, and can be released through processes like digestion and metabolism.
What is a vegetable with 2 e's in it?
Vegetables that contain 2 e's:beet,celery,endive,fennel,leeks,lettuce,watercress,
What about lettuce when on coumadin?
Lettuce has Vitamin K. Those on coumadin should be careful with foods that contain high doses of vitamin k. This doesn't mean you can't eat lettuce. You can, but if you suddenly start eating tons of lettuce everyday your coumadin levels will need to be checked and maybe your dose altered.
