Iceberg Lettuce Facts:
PQ (Protein Quality) x PDCAAS (Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score) - 32
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Potential Health Benefits
- powerful anti-cancer properties
- increased cardiovascular disease protection
- digestive system health boost
- immune system health boost
- bone & joint health boost
- skin & eye health boost
- lower "bad" cholesterol
- promote weight-loss
- aid sleep insomnia
- energy boost
- antioxidant
Potential Athletic Benefits
- Increase digestive system health for improved nutrient retention and an overall body function increase.
- Promote restful sleep for an improved daily recovery rate.
- Help protect bones and joints from excessive breakdown from high volume training regimens.
- Help protect against high oxidative stress from excessive exposure to free radicals (especially next to roads and highways).
Glycemic Index Rank
<15 out of 100
Rank | Value |
---|---|
Low Glycemic | less than 55 |
Food Sensitivity Rank
0.6 to 1 ratio
Rank | Value |
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Low for Fructose Sensitivity | less than 1 (fructose to glucose ratio) |
Iceberg lettuce is a simple, crunchy, and delicious food. It contributes to many potential health benefits such as anti-cancer protection, bone and joint protection, improved immune system function, lower cholesterol, and increased digestive health to list a few. Iceberg lettuce can be enjoyed daily by most (if you do not react negatively) and goes great in many dishes.
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Sources include: USDA
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