Iceberg lettuce often gets a bad rap for having a lower nutritional value compared to other leafy greens. However, when it comes to texture, there's no denying iceberg lettuce is superior.

Iceberg has a good shelf-life and can be kept for up to seven days in the salad drawer of the refrigerator.

While it's got Vitamins A and K, it's lacking a real nutrient punch. Next is the perennial, burger-topping iceberg lettuce. You'll need 33 cups of the stuff to get your daily Vitamin C.

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.