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Lettuce and its many health benefits

Lettuce provides great nutritional value and the darker the leaves the better.

Some of the benefits of consuming lettuce include improved circulation, reduced risk of some cancers, heart attack or stroke.  It also helps to level out blood sugar levels and is a good addition to the diet of those that suffer from anaemia.  Due to its fibre content, lettuce is good for those that suffer from constipation.  It provides anti-oxidants and contains minerals which help with bone health.

Vitamins and minerals found in lettuce includes A, C, E, K, folate, chromium, calcium, phosphorus, potassium and manganese.

2 Responses to “Lettuce and its many health benefits”

  1. Lady says:

    I was eating a lovely slice of melon the other day, tasted even better cos I had it given to me, and was thinking about the nutritional values. What are they? ARe there any? I’ve read somewhere to eat it on an empty stomach, cos of fermenting, is that right?

  2. admin says:

    How freaky is that….I am just eating a melon now! Melons are fab containing vitamin C and potassium along with other nutrients. They are good for blood pressure levels and for healty skin. You are correct, they should be eaten on an empty stomach and with no other food. Fruit can ferment if it cannot pass through our digestive system smoothly due to other foods. Then we get windy pops.

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