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Boston Lettuce Or 8 To 10 Spinach Leave

Boston lettuce is a tender leafy green lettuce with soft leaves and a mild flavor. It is low in calories and commonly eaten raw in salads or wraps.

Beneficial properties

low in calories hydrating source of vitamin K contains folate contains antioxidants

Nutritional highlights

Boston lettuce provides vitamin K, folate, vitamin A, and small amounts of vitamin C and potassium.

Caution. Leafy greens high in vitamin K 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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Weak Bones / Osteoporosis
Includes: Osteoporosis
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