Beetroot's Health Benefits
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Native to the Mediterranean, beetroots are a root vegetables packed with folic acid, vitamin A, and potassium. Dark red in color, they can be eaten raw, baked or boiled. Beets are a core ingredient in a Russian soup called Borscht and popular in North America as pickles. The flavourful beets also contain a substance called betaine which counteracts the symptoms of depression making you feel more radiant and joyful.
Low in calories, they are packed with rich nutrients our cells require to function and grow. Today, we will discuss the four primary benefits beets offer to our bodies.
Reduces blood pressure
High blood pressure is a serious health concern of many Americans as it increases the risk of stoke and heart attack. To reduce the likelihood of heart failure, our ancestors extracted juice from beetroot as a remedy to heal. Today, medical researchers have concluded that drinking a glass of beetroot juice lowers the high blood pressure. This is mainly due to substance called dietary nitrate (NO3) which is absorbed by the stomach and intestine which in turn helps to reduce high blood pressure and promote good health.
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Helps prevent cancer
Many studies have indicated beets inhibit carcinogens formation by increasing the production of red blood cells. Rich in iron and vitamin C, beets strengthen immunity by providing the body with essential micronutrients it requires to fight infections. Iron is a crucial ingredient in triggering many biochemical reactions of pathogens and immune cells. Therefore, eating a cup (80g) of sliced beets daily improves cardiovascular health and decreases cancer development.
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Promotes healthy liver
The liver is a powerhouse organ. It is responsible for converting nutrients from food into a substance that the body can store and use when needed. Beets hold an array of micronutrients our liver require for detoxification and greater performance. It contains glutathione and omega-3 fatty acids which activates liver enzymes and increases bile production to excrete toxins out of our bodies faster.
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Supports healthy eyes
Eye health is as important as general health. Better eyesight is often linked to consuming more leafy green vegetables and beets, which contain a rich nitrate source. Recent studies have found that beets contain an antioxidant called gluten which protects the eyes against cataracts and age-related muscular degeneration. Beets also carry phytochemicals that strengthen nerve tissues promoting healthy eyesight.
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