Lettuce contains a compound called lactucarium. Fancy name, I know. It’s actually a mild sedative, which is why some people claim it helps with sleep after a big Caesar salad. Is it a sleeping pill? No. Is it better than counting sheep? Probably.
Oh, and antioxidants? Yep. Darker greens like romaine and red leaf lettuce are packed with beta-carotene and lutein. Your eyes will thank you when you’re still scrolling your phone at 1 AM.
But here’s the kicker: lettuce is crazy versatile. You can wrap a taco in it, shred it for tacos, or just use it as a bed for literally anything. It’s the unsung hero of meal prep.
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