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Herb & Health Series #34. Romaine Lettuce

It is natural to become physically weaker as one ages. However, it is possible to stay younger and healthier than your physical age by what you eat at your table every day. More and more medical research and studies have shown the medicinal properties and benefits of herbs and healthy diet.

As of year of 2024, I have shared a variety of herbs and foods by looking into their nutrition so that we are able to lead a life with more confidence and constantly get ourselves back on track with aplomb even if we happen to deviate from the optimal state of health from time to time.

 

#34. Romaine Lettuce



Romaine lettuce might be viewed as a boring, bland, or tasteless ingredient for your meal fix, but it packs a respectable nutrient punch, giving you   1.vitamin _____ (which plays a role in eye health and reduces a person's risk of cataracts), vitamin K, and even a bit of 2. fi_________ in each crunchy bite. Even though romaine’s 3. fi_________ content might be modest, it’s enough to make a difference when combined with other wholesome foods — like adding beans, nuts, or whole grains to your salad for an extra fiber boost. Besides, its mild flavor makes it incredibly versatile in your daily cuisine, whether you’re adding it to your favorite salad, using it as a wrap, or even tossing it on the grill for a fun (and delicious) change of pace.

Also, romaine lettuce has also been shown to promote 4. sl___________. In this respect, if you have trouble getting sufficient and sound nighttime shuteyes, eat a bowlful of salad filled with romaine lettuce for dinner.

 

So, the next time you browse the produce aisle in a grocery store, make sure to get romaine!

(*source from WebMD)

 

Answer Keys

   1.  vitamin A

   2.  fiber   

   3.  fiber

   4.  sleep  

 



Acrostic poem using Romaine Lettuce by Jean J. Lee

Ravishing cuisine starts with a nice bowl of salad

Open your mind to a leafy starter even if you’re not a vegetarian

Manage your crazy appetite with this calming leaves

Amazingly flexible ingredient!

Ideal choice for your daily meal plans

Nippy and nutricious!

Easy, peasy, and versatile veggie to cook

 

Let your culinary imaginations go wild

Everybody will reach out for these green leaves

Tender enough without seasonings

Tasteful enough without dressings

Unbeatable when it comes to the calming effects

Classic Caesar salad will never be out of the menu

Even an effortless tossed salad doesn’t sound right without Romaine!

 

 

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