Health Benefits of Lettuce
Bone Strength
Lettuce is a source of vitamin K, which helps strengthen bones. Consuming adequate amounts of vitamin K can also reduce your risk of bone fracture.
Hydration
Water makes up over 95% of raw lettuce. As a result, eating lettuce hydrates the body. Although drinking liquids is necessary, water in foods can also significantly contribute to hydration.
Improved Vision
Improved Sleep
Extracts of multiple lettuce types have also been shown to promote sleep. Until further research is conducted, it's unknown if the lettuce in its natural form can produce a similar effect.
Nutritional Value
The nutritional content of lettuce varies across varieties. Almost all lettuces contain a significant amount of vitamin A, along with small amounts of vitamin C and iron.
PLANTING AND SOIL REQUIREMENTS FOR EDEN LETTUCE SEEDS
- Plant lettuce in in-ground gardening, raised garden beds, and containers.
- Space lettuce plants 6 to 18 inches apart (depending on the variety) in an area that gets an abundance of sun and has fertile, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
- Improve native soil by mixing in several inches of aged compost or other rich organic matter.
- Well-hydrated lettuce will bear tender leaves, so keep moisture levels consistent by watering whenever the top inch of soil becomes dry.
- Prevent weeds and make your watering efforts last longer by applying a thick layer of mulch made from finely ground leaves or bark.
- Promote excellent leaf production by regularly feeding with water-soluble plant food.
- Harvest leaf lettuce, starting with the outermost leaves once they are large enough to eat.