Romaine lettuce

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Although it’s low in fiber, it’s high in minerals such as calcium, phosphorous, magnesium, and potassium. It’s naturally low in sodium. Plus, romaine lettuce is packed with vitamin C, vitamin K, and folate. It’s a good source of beta carotene, which converts into vitamin A in the body.

The nutrients in romaine lettuce provide multiple health benefits:

• Vitamin C helps support the immune system, high in antioxidants and helps keep bones and teeth strong.
• Calcium is necessary for the building and maintenance of bones, muscle function, nerve function, and blood clotting.
• Vitamin K is also necessary for blood clotting. It works together with calcium to prevent bone mineral loss and fractures due to osteoporosis.
• Folate is a B vitamin which supports cell division, the production of DNA, and genetic material. Folate deficiency in pregnant women can lead to complications with pregnancy, including premature birth, low birth weight.
• Phosphorus works with calcium to build strong bones and teeth.
• Magnesium helps enzymes function and relaxes the muscles in your body. It works with calcium to build tissue.

Romaine lettuce is perfect as salad base, turn them into juice and smoothies, used them in sautee and stir fry recipes, romaine soup, romaine sauce, and as lettuce wraps.