Iceberg Lettuce Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Iceberg lettuce is one of the many varieties of lettuce. Known botanically as Lactuca sativa, iceberg lettuce is often criticized as being devoid of nutrition. But it does contain high levels of certain important minerals and vitamins and provides functional health benefits too.¹

Iceberg Lettuce Health Uses and Health Benefits

One of the most important benefits of iceberg lettuce is its low-calorie count making it a good food to incorporate into a weight loss diet. Iceberg lettuce is also an important food for pregnant women to eat as it’s rich in folate, an essential nutrient for preventing birth defects. Additionally, iceberg lettuce is rich in vitamins A and E, which have antioxidant benefits for preventing chronic illnesses.^1,2

References

1. https://foodfacts.mercola.com/iceberg-lettuce.html 
2. https://www.livestrong.com/article/420531-does-iceburg-lettuce-have-any-nutritional-value/