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From Romaine Lettuce Heart

Romaine lettuce heart is the crisp, pale inner leaves of romaine lettuce, commonly eaten raw in salads and wraps. It is low in calories and provides hydration along with several vitamins and minerals.

Beneficial properties

low calorie high in water source of vitamin K source of folate contains vitamin A contains antioxidants

Nutritional highlights

Romaine lettuce heart provides vitamin K, folate, vitamin A carotenoids, small amounts of vitamin C, and potassium.

Caution. High in vitamin K, which can affect warfarin and similar blood-thinning medications if intake changes significantly.

Conditions it helps with

Constipation
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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High Cholesterol
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Obesity
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Weak Bones / Osteoporosis
Includes: Osteoporosis
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