date:Oct 15, 2019
Lettuce, in general, contributes very few calories to the diet because, as pointed out by the Spanish Federation of Nutrition (FEN), it stands out for having a high water content (95%). That's why these types of vegetables are often used in weight-loss diets. However, lettuce is a source of vitamin C (4 mg) and folates (136 g). One serving of lettuce accounts for 15% of the recommended intake of vitamin C and folates, stated the agency. In addition, it has small amounts of phosphorus, potassium,