Nutritional value and efficacy of lettuce

1. Lowers blood pressure

Lettuce is a high-potassium vegetable. Potassium can maintain the normal function of the body, dilate the arteries, reduce the resistance of peripheral blood vessels, and accelerate the excretion of urinary sodium, thereby reducing the burden on the cardiovascular system. It can reduce the thickening of the arterial walls in patients with hypertension and have the effect of lowering blood pressure, so patients with hypertension can eat more of it.

2. Clear away heat and detoxify

Lettuce is sweet and cool in nature, and has the effect of clearing away heat and detoxifying. It is generally used as an auxiliary treatment for insect and snake bites and sand flea edema. It is very suitable for people with excessive stomach fire and constipation due to intestinal heat.

3. Lubricate the intestines and promote bowel movements

Lettuce is rich in phytonutrients, which can speed up gastrointestinal motility, increase gastrointestinal digestion capacity, and help people defecate faster. People with constipation can eat it, and it is used as an auxiliary treatment for constipation.

4. Protect your teeth

Lettuce is rich in fluoride, which is beneficial to the growth of teeth and bones. It can protect teeth and make them stronger. It is very suitable for consumption by teenagers and growing children.