Lettuce is one of the most delicate salad plants in this world, which is grown as a leafy vegetable. The vegetable is usually consumed as cold and raw, in salads, hamburgers, tacos and a number of other dishes.

Six different types of lettuce:

•  Butterhead (Boston or Bibb)
• Chinese lettuce,
• Crisphead (Iceberg)
•  Looseleaf
•  Romaine (Cos) and
• Summer Crisp (Batavian)

Lettuce is very low calories and many varieties are high in nutrition.

Benefits of Eating Lettuce

Lettuce can prove helpful in treating acid indigestion, anemia, arthritis, catarrh, circulatory problems and colitis.

Those suffering from gastritis, gout, irritable bowel, obesity, sexual addiction, stress, tuberculosis, ulcers and urinary tract diseases might benefit from the regular consumption of lettuce.

The darker the color of the salad green, the more nutritious it is. Beta-carotene is the chief disease-fighting nutrient found in the darker-colored greens. As an antioxidant, it battles certain cancers, heart disease, and cataracts. A dark-green color also indicates the presence of folic acid, which helps prevent neural-tube birth defects in the beginning stages of pregnancy. Researchers are uncovering other important contributions folic acid has to offer to your well-being, like its role in the prevention of heart disease and inflammation. Most salad greens are also notable sources of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. Chicory is a good source of vitamin C, another antioxidant nutrient linked to prevention of heart disease, cancer, and cataracts. Some salad greens, including arugula and watercress, are members of the cruciferous family, adding more ammunition to the fight against cancer.

The juice of lettuce, when mixed with rose oil and applied to the forehead, can help ease headache and even aid a sound and restful sleep.

Lettuce, being high in dietary fiber, aids digestion and is good for those suffering from constipation.

Lettuce has been associated with reducing the risk of cancer, heart disease, stroke and cataracts. This mainly results from the presence of beta-carotene, the chief disease-fighting nutrient, in the salad.

Since lettuce is pretty low in calories, it makes the perfect snack for those trying to lose weight.

It is believed that consumption of lettuce might help one get over nervous insomnia, as it contains a sleep-inducing substance.

Lettuce has been found to be beneficial in the prevention of spina bifida and anemia.

Lettuce has been associated with better liver health.

Lettuce is frequently suggested to men who are suffering from the problem of premature ejaculation.

A mixture of lettuce juice and spinach juice is said to be good for those who are troubled by the problem of hair loss.

Lettuce is believed to be quite beneficial for people who often suffer from the problem of nervous cough.

The high magnesium content in lettuce makes it rich in reviving powers, in relation to muscular tissues, brain and the nerves.