Romaine Lettuce Health Benefits Nutrition Uses And Recipes

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Nutrition facts A dieter’s dream, romaine lettuce has about 8 calories and 1 to 2 grams of carbohydrates per cup. Although it’s low in …

Calories: 8 caloriesFiber: 1 gCarbohydrates: 1.5 g

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Romaine lettuce offers 8 calories, 2 grams of dietary fibre and less than 2 grams of carbohydrates per serving. It is bestowed with a wealth of essential vitamins C, K and beta

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The high levels of potassium within romaine lettuce can help maintain cardiovascular health. In addition, the antioxidant vitamins A and C …

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For detailed information of substances found in Romaine lettuce, see the list below : Nutritional value per 100 gram 72 kJ (17 kcal) Energy 3.3 g Carbohydrates 2.1 g Dietary fibre 0.3 g

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Romaine Lettuce Nutrition Romaine lettuce is a rich source of fiber and has very few calories, only 8 in a one-cup serving. In terms of vitamins, a cup of Romaine lettuce delivers more than 50% of your daily requirement for

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Alkaline – Minerals present in lettuce helps remove toxins from the body. It also maintains balances the healthy alkaline order. This boosts up the body energy, promotes clearer thinking and youthful skin. Insomnia – Lettuce …

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Every 1 cup (47 grams) of shredded romaine lettuce provides: 8 calories. 1.6g carbohydrates. 1g fiber. 0.6g protein. 0g fat. 8mg sodium. 64mcg folate (16% Daily Value) …

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Low in Calories: A 100 gm serving of lettuce contains a mere 15 calories (according to the United States Department of Agriculture data)! It's effectively a negative calorie food, which means that

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Lettuce is extremely low in carbs, calories, and fat, making it an ideal food for weight loss. Consuming lettuce regularly can also help improve your metabolism. What’s more, the fiber in darker varieties, like Romaine helps keep you …

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A minuscule 14 calories (85g) of Romaine will provide 148% of your daily need of vitamin A, 34% of vitamin C and 5% of iron. Romaine is also an excellent source of vitamin K, thiamin, folate, …

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Here’s how all that nutrition translates to better health: Folate, or vitamin B9, helps with production of genetic material and cell division, so it’s essential for pregnant …

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Fiber: 1 gram. Sugar: 1 gram. Iceberg lettuce contains 7% of the daily value of vitamin A. It also contains small amounts of vitamin C and iron. It contains fewer vitamins and minerals than …

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It's got vitamins C, K, A, and B9 (folate). And it contains calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, and potassium. Plus, if you're watching your net carbs, this easy romaine lettuce soup is perfect. A whole cup of the lettuce contains …

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One cup of shredded raw romaine provides 8 calories, 1.4 g carbohydrate, 1 g protein, 0.2 g fat, 1 g dietary fiber, 1456 IU vitamin A, 14 mg vitamin C, 76 mcg folic acid, 162 mg potassium, 4 mg …

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A dieter’s dream, romaine lettuce has about 8 calories and 1 to 2 grams of carbohydrates per cup. Although it’s low in fiber, it’s high in minerals, such as calcium, phosphorous, …

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Sturdy, crunchy, and packed with nutrition, romaine lettuce makes a hearty salad green. Learn about the benefits of romaine lettuce.

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Is romaine lettuce any healthier than iceberg lettuce?

Romaine lettuce nutrition is generally considered to be better than that of iceberg lettuce when comparing equivalent serving sizes. Each serving of romaine lettuce has 15 calories. In terms of vitamins and minerals it contains: Fiber (7 percent of your daily recommended value) Folate (29 percent of your daily recommended value)

How many calories are in a cup of romaine lettuce?

There are 8 calories in 1 cup of shredded Cos or Romaine Lettuce. Calorie breakdown: 13% fat, 63% carbs, 24% protein.

How nutritious is romaine lettuce?

The high vitamin C content of romaine lettuce makes it a heart-healthy vegetable. One serving of romaine lettuce can provide up to 4 mg or 40 percent of your recommended daily needs. In particular, vitamin C prevents cholesterol from becoming sticky and adhering to the walls of your blood vessels.

Which is more nutritious red leaf or romaine lettuce?

For example, when compared to romaine, red leaf lettuce provides more vitamin K, slightly more iron, and slightly fewer calories — while romaine offers more fiber and vitamins A and C ( 1, 2 ). Summary Red leaf lettuce is loaded with vitamins and minerals while low in calories. Its nutrient profile is comparable to other lettuces. 2. Very hydrating

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