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Iceberg Lettuce Facts:
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 Cup - Shredded
Servings Per Container 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 10
Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 7mg
0%
Total Carbohydrate 2g
1%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Sugars 1g
Protein 1g
Vitamin A
7%
Vitamin C
3%
Calcium
1%
Iron
2%
Vitamin E
1%
Vitamin K
22%
Thiamin
2%
Riboflavin
1%
Vitamin B6
2%
Folate
5%
Pantothenic Acid
1%
Magnesium
1%
Phosphorus
1%
Potassium
3%
Zinc
1%
Copper
1%
Manganese
4%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
PQ (Protein Quality) x PDCAAS (Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score) - 32
Additional Contents
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 |
|---|---|
| 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.
376kcal/serving
zeaxanthin
is a naturally occurring carotenoid vitamin found in many fruits and vegetables. It has been shown to help prevent age related eye degenerative effects, various forms of cancer, and may also help to protect the skin from UV ray damage.
Sources include: USDA
***All-Body Fitness takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information provided above. Please contact a medical doctor or a registered dietitian for nutrition advice.
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