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Green Leaf Lettuce
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Green Leaf Lettuce review: 101 facts and highlights
Green Leaf Lettuce
Why is Green Leaf Lettuce better than the average?
- Fructose per 100g?
0.43 gvs0.85 g - Vitamin K per 100g?
126.3 µgvs65.32 µg - Water content per 100g?
94.98 gvs87.15 g - Glycemic index (GI)?
15vs30.29 - Sugars (total) per 100g?
0.78 gvs2.66 g - Vitamin A (IU) per 100g?
7405 IUvs2254.84 IU - Quercetin per 100g?
4.2 mgvs3.91 mg - Vitamin A (RAE) per 100g?
370 µgvs112.24 µg
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General values
energy (kcal) per 100g
15 kcal
The amount of food energy in kilocalories (kcal) per 100g. The minimum daily requirement is approximately 1,800 kcal (according to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations).
protein per 100g
1.36 g
Proteins are essential for a healthy, balanced diet. The recommended daily dose is 0.8-1g of protein per 1 kg of body weight.
fiber per 100g
1.3 g
Dietary fiber, also called roughage, is present in plants, in soluble or insoluble form. Eating fruits, vegetables and whole grains rich in fiber helps the digestion process.
water content per 100g
94.98 g
Foods with high water content help you stay hydrated. Water also helps transporting nutrients and oxygen throughout the body.
Cholesterol is a lipid essential for producing hormones and takes two forms: LDL, or bad cholesterol, and HDL, good cholesterol. LDL (low-density lipoprotein) contributes to plaque, which can clog arteries and increases the risk of strokes and heart attacks. HDL (high-density lipoprotein) removes LDL from the arteries and carries it to the liver to be broken down.
choline per 100g
13.6 mg
Choline is essential for the production of cellular membranes and plays a crucial role in acetylcholine synthesis and cholinergic neurotransmission.
beta carotene per 100g
4443 µg
Beta carotene is a pigment found in plants and is an antioxidant. When ingested, it converts to vitamin A1 (retinol), which is necessary for eye health, skin health and for maintaining a strong immune system.
Alpha carotene is similar to beta carotene but is more effective in its role as an antioxidant. It helps maintaining healthy bones, skin and vision, as well as a strong immune system.
Beta-cryptoxanthin is an antioxidant that is converted to vitamin A1 (retinol) when ingested. It aids maintaining healthy vision, healthy bones and skin and assists the immune system.
Sugars
The glycemic index (GI) is used to measure how much foods affect blood sugar levels. Foods can be low, medium, or high-glycemic foods and are ranked on a scale of 0–100. The lower the GI of a specific food, the less it should affect blood sugar levels.
sugars (total) per 100g
0.78 g
The total amount of sugars, including glucose, fructose, galactose, sucrose, lactose, maltose, and trehalose. A sugar-heavy diet can cause metabolic dysfunctions.
fructose per 100g
0.43 g
Fructose, also called fruit sugar, is a monosaccharide which is absorbed directly into the bloodstream. Consuming too much fructose can cause high blood pressure.
Sucrose, also known as table sugar, is composed out of glucose and fructose. Sucrose is rich in calories, but doesn’t have a high nutritional value.
glucose per 100g
0.36 g
Glucose, also known as blood sugar, is the main source of energy.
Lactose is a type of sugar (disaccharide) usually found in milk, composed of galactose and glucose.
Maltose is a type of sugar (disaccharide) which helps regulate digestion due to its antimicrobial properties.
Galactose is one of the monosaccharides found in lactose. It is less sweet than glucose and contributes to the proper functioning of the immune system.
Starch is a complex carbohydrate that is broken down into glucose, the main source of energy.
Minerals
calcium per 100g
36 mg
Calcium is a mineral which is very important for bone health. The recommended daily dose for adults is approximately 1000mg.
iron per 100g
0.86 mg
Iron is found in hemoglobin, which represents approximately 2 thirds of the body’s iron reserve.
magnesium per 100g
13 mg
Magnesium is an important mineral for bone development and helps the proper functioning of various metabolic processes, like activating the enzymes that help in energy production.
potassium per 100g
194 mg
Potassium is a mineral that helps muscles contract, regulates the fluid balance in the body, helps maintain a normal blood pressure and kidney health.
zinc per 100g
0.18 mg
Zinc plays an important part in cell division and in strengthening the immune system.
manganese per 100g
0.25 mg
Manganese is a trace mineral that assists in bone formation, skin integrity and assists the enzymes that control blood sugar.
phosphorus per 100g
29 mg
Phosphorus is the second most abundant mineral found in the human body, after calcium. It helps cellular reproduction and contributes to the growth and repair of tissues.
sodium per 100g
28 mg
Sodium helps regulate the water level in the cells, especially in the kidneys. The amount of sodium consumed also influences blood pressure.
copper per 100g
0.03 mg
Copper is an essential trace mineral that helps in the formation of collagen and elastin, which are essential for tissue and bone integrity.
Vitamins
vitamin A (IU) per 100g
7405 IU
Vitamin A is a fat soluble vitamin that comes in various forms. It is primarily important in maintaining healthy vision and the development of bones, soft tissues and skin. IU (International Units) is the unit of measurement that almost all food labels use.
Vitamin E Alpha (d-alpha-tocopherol) is a fat-soluble antioxidant that protects the body's cells from the damaging effects of free radicals, strengthens the immune system and prevents blood clotting.
vitamin K per 100g
126.3 µg
Vitamin K refers to a group of fat-soluble vitamins (K1 and K2) needed for the synthesis of proteins that ensure blood coagulation and help bone metabolism.
vitamin C per 100g
9.2 mg
Also known as ascorbic acid and L-ascorbic acid, vitamin C helps strengthen the immune system and is commonly used to prevent viral infectious diseases.
vitamin B6 per 100g
0.09 mg
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is needed for the production of the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine. It's essential for absorbing vitamin B12 and takes part in the production of red blood cells, various cells of the immune system and in the formation of myelin, which protects nerve cells from damage.
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is important for maintaining the health of the nervous system. It works closely with folate (vitamin B9) in the production of red blood cells and the processing of iron.
vitamin A (RAE) per 100g
370 µg
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is primarily important for maintaining healthy vision. It also acts as an antioxidant and is important for the health of teeth, bones, soft tissues and skin. RAE (Retinol Activity Equivalent) is the unit of measurement the scientific community prefers.
The added amount of vitamin E (dl-alpha-tocopherol) is a synthetic form of the natural vitamin E that is added to foods to increase their nutritional value.
Rarely present in foods, vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin usually obtained through sun exposure. It facilitates the absorption of calcium which is essential for bone health.
Amino acids
cystine per 100g
0.02 g
Cystine is a non-essential amino acid that helps proteins in maintaining their structure. It also supports tissue formation and is necessary for the body to produce glutathione to remove toxins from the liver.
histidine per 100g
0.02 g
Histidine, an essential amino acid, helps to maintain myelin sheaths, which is mainly needed to protect nerve cells, helps to remove heavy metals from the system, to promote lung health, lower blood pressure and protect the body from radiation damage.
isoleucine per 100g
0.08 g
Isoleucine is an essential amino acid, important for the the synthesis of hemoglobin, the regulation and stabilization of blood sugars and energy levels, and tissue repair.
leucine per 100g
0.08 g
Leucine is an essential amino acid for adipose, muscle and liver tissues. It stimulates protein synthesis, protecting muscles from stress and is important for regulating blood sugar and stimulating insulin release, which is important for building muscles.
lysine per 100g
0.08 g
Lysine is an essential amino acid that helps the body absorb calcium and has a crucial role in collagen formation.
methionine per 100g
0.02 g
Methionine is an essential amino acid that plays an important role in synthesizing other proteins, forming cartilage tissues, dissolving fat and reducing fat in the liver. It has an anti-inflammatory and pain relieving effect and strengthens hair and nail structure.
phenylalanine per 100g
0.06 g
Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid that the body uses to make proteins, thyroid hormones, epinephrine, dopamine and norepinephrine, three essential neurotransmitters.
tyrosine per 100g
0.03 g
Tyrosine is an amino acid that the body produces from phenylalanine. It is important for synthesizing melanin, thyroid hormones, epinephrine, norepinephrine and dopamine, three important stimulators of mood and feelings of well-being.
valine per 100g
0.07 g
Valine is an essential amino acid promoting normal growth, tissue repair, blood sugar regulation, muscle coordination, emotions and mental vigor. It helps maintaining proper nitrogen balance in the body and can serve as an energy source for muscle tissues.
Antioxidants
formononetin per 100g
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Formononetin has an estrogen-like effect and is abundant in plants and herbs, particularly in beans and soy.
Hesperetin is a flavonoid found in a number of citrus fruits. It lowers cholesterol and other affecting lipids and may have an antioxidant, anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effect.
Naringenin is a natural compound that has an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effect.
glycitein per 100g
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Glycitein is an antioxidant and acts as a weak estrogen. Comes from soy food products.
daidzein per 100g
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Daidzin is an isoflavone compound found in vegetables and legumes, especially soy and soybeans. It stimulates the formation of bone mass and helps regulate estrogen levels.
Kaempferol is a bioflavonoid found in many plants. It has antioxidant properties and is currently being used in cancer research, as it is thought to reduce the risk of various cancers.
myricetin per 100g
0.1 mg
Myricetin is a bioflavonoid found in many fruits and vegetables, as well as in red wine. It has antioxidant, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties, and can potentially protect cells from carcinogenic mutations.
quercetin per 100g
4.2 mg
Quercetin is a bioflavonoid found in many plants and grains, known for its positive effects on the immune system and for its antioxidant properties. It often used in treating allergies.
luteolin per 100g
0.3 mg
Luteolin is a bioflavonoid found in plants and herbs. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
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