Vegetables among the "best in the world" are common dishes in Vietnam.

(Dan Tri) - Adding this vegetable to your daily diet not only helps protect your health but is also a natural, effective, safe and accessible beauty secret for every Vietnamese family.

Common vegetables are among the best vegetables in the world.

Lettuce is very good for health (Photo: Getty).

According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and First For Women magazine, lettuce is one of the ten vegetables with the highest nutritional value today.

Specifically, from the CDC list, the American magazine First For Women listed the top 10 best vegetables in the world.

1. Watercress (100 points)

2. Cabbage (91.99 points)

3. Rainbow chard (89.27 points)

4. Beetroot leaves (87.08 points)

5. Spinach (86.43 points)

6. Chicory (73.36 points)

7. Lettuce (70.73 points)

8. Parsley (65.59 points)

9. Romaine Lettuce (63.48 points)

10. Collard greens (62.49 points)

It is worth mentioning that this vegetable is very familiar, present in most markets, stores and Vietnamese meals at an affordable price.

Ranked seventh on the list, lettuce is considered rich in essential vitamins and minerals. Not only is it a popular raw vegetable, lettuce can also be boiled, stir-fried or juiced.

The versatility of its uses combined with its high nutritional value makes lettuce an ideal choice in a healthy diet.

Outstanding health benefits of lettuce

Lettuce is rich in antioxidants such as beta-carotene, vitamin C, lutein and chlorogenic acid. These substances help the body fight free radicals, which cause aging and chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer's.

A two-cup serving of raw lettuce can provide more than 150% of your daily beta-carotene needs and nearly half of your daily vitamin C needs.

In addition, lettuce is also rich in fiber to help aid digestion, regulate cholesterol, control blood sugar and maintain weight.

For people at risk of heart disease, adding lettuce to the daily menu will help protect cardiovascular health more effectively. A study at the University of Utah School of Medicine also showed that lettuce can help reduce the risk of colon cancer thanks to the lutein component in the leaves.

Phytochemical compounds in lettuce also have the ability to reduce inflammation in the body. This is an important factor in preventing diseases related to metabolism, the immune system and the nervous system. In addition, lettuce also contributes to improving memory and enhancing brain health.

In addition to its nutritional benefits, lettuce is also used by many people as a natural beauty ingredient.

Lettuce juice can be used as a face wash, soothes the skin, reduces acne and gives a healthy glow. Lettuce is also said to prevent hair loss, help improve baldness and help slow down the aging process.

Some studies have shown that compounds in lettuce have a mild sedative effect. Drinking lettuce juice before bed helps the body relax, improves sleep quality and reduces fatigue after waking up.

Oriental medicine has long recognized lettuce as a cool vegetable with a sweet and bitter taste, helping to clear heat, purify blood, reduce cough, stimulate digestion...

Not only a familiar side dish, lettuce is increasingly encouraged by nutrition experts to be included in the daily diet thanks to its ability to support detoxification and balance the body's internal environment.

In a context where chronic disease rates are on the rise, green vegetables like lettuce not only help improve health but also contribute to reducing long-term medical costs. Taking advantage of native vegetables that are easy to grow and easy to buy like lettuce is a simple but effective step to building a healthy, sustainable lifestyle.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/suc-khoe/rau-thuoc-nhom-tot-nhat-the-gioi-lai-la-mon-binh-dan-o-viet-nam-20250916155916235.htm