Lettuce Content

You've probably heard that romaine types of lettuce are healthier for people and bunnies. Do you know why or what the nutritive differences are?
Both iceberg and romaine are about 95% water. Romaine contains more protein, fiber, and slightly more fat (good fat!). Additionally, iceberg has less of most vitamins and minerals. I know which one I want! Don't forget that despite stereotypes lettuce should not be the main diet of rabbits - far from it. Start with a good quality pellet feed, unlimited hay, then add fresh fruits & veggies as treats.

As a side note, lettuce also contains a small amount of tryptophan. I doubt that anyone has fallen asleep due to consuming it in their salad, though! Tryptophan is the substance in turkey (and lots of other stuff) that some people believe causes drowsiness, though the small amounts of it haven't been determined to produce that effect.

BUNNY FACT: Diarrhea can be deadly to rabbits. Keep an eye out for it, but more importantly, feed you bunny in a manner to avoid it!

BUNNY WISDOM: A problem unsolved will beget more problems. If it is broken, do fix it!