Here's which types of lettuce are most popular, why these greens are good for you and what you need to be mindful of as you include more in your diet.

Commonly available in red and green varieties, loose-leaf lettuce is a bit more perishable than head-type lettuces and should be dressed just before serving to avoid wilting. For smaller heads ...

mixed greens often combine more than one of these varieties along with mustard greens, endives, red and green oak leaf and little gem lettuce. While many of these nutrients are in any type of ...