Editor: Chinese Food Network Mobile site
Lettuceis leafy.Romaine lettuce,due to its suitability for raw consumption, is crisp and tender with a fresh, refreshing taste.With meat intake on the rise in modern society, lettuces offer a refreshing mouthfeel, making them popular among people.Currently, two types are commonly available: round head lettuce and crinkle leaf lettuce.butterheadlettuce (also known as romaine lettuce).Also known as romain lettuce,leafy endive has longer leaves and is a new addition to the vegetable market in recent years, resembling familiar lettuces but also called cow lettuce.The nutritional value of leafy endive is basically similar to that of lettuce, slightly higher than that of lettuce.
Lettuce has the benefits of clearing the liver and gallbladder and nourishing the stomach.
It contains more dietary fiber and vitamin C thancabbage,and has the effect of eliminating excess fat, hence it is also called weight-loss lettuce.
Due to the presence of lactucin in its stem and leaves,radiata,it has a slightly bitter taste and can relieve pain, induce sleep, lower cholesterol, and assist in treating neurasthenia.
Lettuce contains effective components such as mannitol, which have diuretic effects and promotebloodcirculation.
Its nature is sweet and cool, providing cooling and refreshing benefits.
It is suitable for all ages.
Each meal should consume about 80 grams.
Due to possible residues of pesticides or fertilizers, it must be washed before consumption.
Romaine lettuce is very sensitive to ethylene,so avoid storing it nearapples,pears,andbananasto prevent the development of brown spots.
Romaine lettuce has a cool nature and should be eaten in moderation by those with frequent urination or cold stomach.