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Romaine Lettuce

-1.0

Romaine lettuce provides folate, vitamin K, and antioxidants with high water content that supports hydration and reduces inflammation with minimal calories.

Ingredient score breakdown

Vitamin K

-0.4

Regulates inflammatory responses and supports bone health through calcium metabolism.

Folate

-0.3

Supports DNA methylation and reduces homocysteine levels linked to inflammation.

Beta-Carotene and Vitamin C

-0.3

Antioxidants that neutralize free radicals and protect against oxidative damage.

Why this score

This score is ingredient-based and weighted by DII-inspired evidence. Foods with added sugar, refined starches, and heavy processing trend higher; foods with fiber, omega-3, and polyphenols trend lower.

FODMAP note

Low FODMAP and well-tolerated, making it an excellent base for salads on elimination diets.

Healthier alternatives

  • kale
  • spinach

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