1 How to cut lettuce into diamond shapes

1. First peel the lettuce and wash it.

2. Then cut diagonally into small sections of suitable size.

3. Place the cut lettuce flatly on the plate with the cut facing up.

4. Then cut it into thin slices, that is, diamond-shaped.

2. What are the functions of lettuce? 1. It can relieve phlegm and relieve qi.

Lettuce has a fresh and slightly bitter taste, which can stimulate the secretion of digestive enzymes and increase appetite. Its milky slurry can enhance the secretion of gastric juice, digestive glands and bile, thus promoting the function of various digestive organs. It is especially beneficial to patients with weakened digestive function, reduced acidity in the digestive tract and constipation. 2. Diuresis and lactation

The potassium content of lettuce is much higher than the sodium content, which is beneficial to the balance of water and electrolytes in the body and promotes urination and milk secretion. It has certain therapeutic effects on patients with high blood pressure, edema and heart disease. 3. Strengthen the body, prevent cancer

Lettuce contains a variety of vitamins and minerals, which can regulate the function of the nervous system. The organic content contained in it is rich in iron that the human body can absorb. It is very beneficial for patients with iron deficiency anemia. The hot water extract of lettuce has a high inhibitory rate on certain cancer cells, so it can be used to prevent and fight cancer. 3 How to choose lettuce 1. Leaves

If the leaves of lettuce are very green, it means that the lettuce is very fresh. Fresh lettuce has a lot of water and a good taste, so freshness is the first element of good lettuce. 2. Pole

As we all know, fresh lettuce has a lot of water, but as long as the lettuce is kept for a long time, the water will gradually lose. There is a way to tell the difference at this time, that is, by holding the stem of the lettuce, you can find that if it is fresh, the stem of the lettuce is usually very straight, but if it is not fresh, the stem of the lettuce will appear soft. 3. Cross-section

Lettuce is divided into two types, one with very thick skin and one with very thin skin, which can be seen at a glance through the cross-section. Generally speaking, the skin is thin and the skin and flesh look very clear. This kind of lettuce tastes very crispy when it is fresh, and the skin does not take up too much weight. Thick-skinned lettuce sometimes needs to be peeled very thickly and contains silk inside. However, the thick skin of this kind of lettuce helps to lock in moisture and is not easy to wilt. It can be left for a few days, depending on your needs. 4. Color

If you look at the flesh of lettuce, you will find that some are dark green and some are blue-yellow. This kind of green food is naturally dark green, so you need to pay attention to this.