Tag: Lettuce

The growing system, known as Veggie, involves vacuum-sealed seeds, pre-planted in a pillow filled with ceramic soil and fertilizer. When the astronauts were ready to start growing the lettuce, they put the pillow on a special root mat on top of a plate, bungee-cord it all down, and inject water inside. How long does it […]

As it turns out, iceberg lettuce is an excellent source of vitamin K, which prevents osteoporosis and heart disease, as well as vitamin A, which is essential for good vision and healthy skin. So make some room for iceberg lettuce in your diet by adding it to a salad or on a sandwich. The wedge […]

Lettuce is very well-known leafy vegetables with a wide range of applications from salad to medicinal products. Since the concept of green products has been prevailing worldwide, lettuce have gained importance not only for food application but in various formations having other specific uses. When did lettuce become popular? In the US, no one type […]

Lettuce was a symbol of fertility in Ancient Egypt. Augustus Caesar was said to have built a statue for lettuce, as he claimed that this leaf vegetableleaf vegetableLeaf vegetables, also called leafy greens, salad greens, pot herbs, vegetable greens, or simply greens, are plant leaves eaten as a vegetable, sometimes accompanied by tender petioles and […]

Romaine lettuce contains 82% of the daily value of vitamin A. It also contains small amounts of vitamin C, iron, and calcium. Generally, lettuce is safe for most people to eat. What is the benefits of eating lettuce? It is a good source of fiber, iron, folate, and vitamin C. Lettuce is also a good […]

Lettuce probably originated in Egypt and was originally a bitter, leafy herb that the Egyptians used as a source of oil, which they pressed from the seeds. They also ate the leaves and the plant was associated with their god Min, who was their god of fertility. Why did people start eating lettuce? Lettuce was […]

Here we go: Lettuce shouldn’t be stored near apples, bananas, or any other ethylene-emitting fruits. Lettuce is the second most popular fresh veggie in the US, behind only the potato! The average American eats about 30lbs of lettuce a year! Did you know facts about lettuce? Lettuce is a nutrient-dense and low-calorie food with high […]

Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is an annual plant of the family Asteraceae. It is most often grown as a leaf vegetable, but sometimes for its stem and seeds. Lettuce is most often used for salads, although it is also seen in other kinds of food, such as soups, sandwiches and wraps; it can also be grilled. […]

In general iceberg doesn’t contain much dirt, but iceberg are grown directly on the ground and may contain some dirt that you need to wash off before you can use it in your food. Can you get sick from unwashed iceberg lettuce? If you eat contaminated leafy greens without cooking them first, such as in […]

Fill the bowl with cold water and add cup of vinegar, begin to swish the lettuce in the vinegar and water solution. The vinegar will remove some of the microbials (a bacterium that causes disease) and will dry any slimy mucus and crisp the lettuce. Drain and rinse again with plain cold water. How do […]

Lactucarium is the milky fluid secreted by several species of lettuce, especially Lactuca virosa, usually from the base of the stems. It is known as lettuce opium because of its sedative and analgesic properties. It has also been reported to promote a mild sensation of euphoria. Can you eat lettuce with white spots? Some diseases […]

You can buy hearts of romaine lettuce instead of the entire head. However, the outermost leaves are highest in nutrient density. Why is romaine lettuce not good for you? Uncooked leafy greens, like romaine lettuce, could potentially be contaminated by bacteria, such as E. coli and Salmonella. These harmful bacteria can stick to the surface […]

When shopping, look for closely-bunched heads with crisp leaves and no brown edges. After washing and drying, you can store the lettuce in the fridge for up to a week in a plastic bag, according to the Produce for Better Health Foundation. How do you pick lettuce so it stays crisp? If you notice your […]

Fresh lettuce is firm and crisp. As lettuce ages, it becomes soft, droopy, and wrinkled. You can spot these changes by eye or by touching the leaves. These leaves may not yet feel wet, but the lettuce is still near spoiling when it begins to wilt. How long is lettuce good for in the fridge? […]

While that mystery gas keeps the leaves looking good, it doesn’t protect the nutrients… which is why an open bag of salad goes bad in the fridge so much faster than fresh greens do. They’re also worse for the planet. What is bagged lettuce treated with? chlorineThat prewashed or triple-washed lettuce doesn’t simply go through […]

Choose fresh, crisp iceberg lettuce with springy, tight leaves. Avoid any heads of lettuce with dark or slimy spots. The leaves should not be limp or withered or have any brown or yellow edges. The outer leaves of a head of lettuce are the most nutritious and flavorful, but also the most prone to damage. […]

Romaine Lettuce – good for rejuvenating skin This lettuce also contains potassium which gives your skin a boost of oxygen and nutrients, helping to improve circulation and giving you a covetable glow. Is lettuce good for your hair? Leafy green vegetables Iron is an important micronutrient for your hair cells to stay active and function […]

Millions of servings of leafy greens are eaten safely every day in the United States. But leafy greens are occasionally contaminated enough to make people sick. To reduce your chance of getting sick, always follow the steps for safely handling and preparing leafy greens before eating or serving them. Why do I feel sick after […]

The best greens for your guts include kale, spinach, beet greens, mustard greens, dark green leaf lettuce and Romaine lettuce. What kind of lettuce is easiest to digest? Answer. Butter lettuce may be easier for some people to digest because it has a low fiber content; however everyone reacts differently to different fruits and vegetables. […]

In some patients lettuce produces abdominal distension, which is not related to gas, but rather to an uncontrolled reaction of the abdominal muscles and the diaphragm. Can lettuce give you diarrhea? Lettuce is a good source of fiber, containing 1 g per cup. While fiber is an essential part of a healthy and well-balanced diet, […]