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Red Leaf Lettuce Leaves
Red leaf lettuce is a leafy salad vegetable with tender burgundy-tinged leaves and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. It is commonly eaten raw in salads, wraps, and sandwiches.
Beneficial properties
low calorie
high in vitamin K
source of folate
contains antioxidants
high water content
supports hydration
Nutritional highlights
Red leaf lettuce provides vitamin K, folate, vitamin A carotenoids, small amounts of vitamin C, and potassium.
Conditions it helps with
Constipation
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Heart Disease
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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Weak Bones / Osteoporosis
Includes: Osteoporosis
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