Beetroots are also known as Beets, Table Beets and have been consumed for thousands of years for its nutritional and health benefits.
It is a root veggie that acquires its robust dark purple colour from betacyanin, a pigment, which also has major antioxidant properties.
Beets are a great source of nitrates, folates, manganese, potassium and smaller quantities of Vitamin A, C, B vitamins, zinc, copper, selenium and magnesium. They are also low in calories, high in fibre and water content.
Health Benefits:
- Beets are particularly rich in phytochemicals (nitrates). Nitrates get converted to nitric oxide in the body that helps to relax and dilate the blood vessels which in turn reduces the blood pressure and keeps the heart-healthy.
- Nitrates also improve the blood flow to the brain that helps to slow down the progression of dementia.
- Researchers have found that drinking beet juice reduces muscle pain, soreness and helps in quick muscle recovery post strenuous workouts.
- Beetroot juice, as a pre-workout drink, tends to boost the athletic performance.
- Beets are recommended to increase your haemoglobin levels as they are a potent source of Folate (B Vitamin) that helps the body produce haemoglobin
- Betacyanin present in beets has potent antioxidant (that protects cells from free radical damage), anti-inflammatory and detoxification properties.
Beets are best consumed in its raw or lightly steamed form as nitrates are retained best or else they tend to leach out. Beets (root and fresh leaves) can be enjoyed in salads, soups, sandwiches, risottos, dips and as raw juice.
Beetroots are scrolling up the superfood list and gaining Power Food status among the fitness enthusiasts and masses to improve performance goals.
Get this veggie up on your grocery list so that it leaves an impression on your health just like its deep colour does!
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