Beetroot
1.
Drinking beet juice daily can increase your stamina by 16%.
A University of Exeter (U-E) led study shows for the first
time how nitrate in beetroot juice leads to a reduction in oxygen uptake,
therefore making exercise less tiring.
2. Beetroot juice also aids in reducing your blood pressure.
3. Beetroot increases hemoglobin
(correcting anemia) Beetroot has liver, spleen, gall bladder and kidney cleansing
properties. The iron contained in beetroot is organic and non-irritating and
will not cause constipation; beetroot is useful in acidosis due to it being
rich in alkaline elements
4.Vitamins
– Beetroot is a good source of vitamin C and folic acid. It also contains small
amounts of vitamins B1, B2, B3, and vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene.
5. Minerals: Rich in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium,
and sodium. Also, smaller amounts of iron, zinc, copper, manganese, and
selenium.
6.Amino Acids: While raw beets are mostly water and
carbohydrate, they also contain small amounts of all the essential amino acids
that make up complete protein
7.Antioxidants: Its carotenoids and flavonoids can help reduce
the oxidation of LDL cholesterol which could lead to damaged artery walls and
ultimately heart attacks and strokes.
8.Anti-carcinogenic Color: The deep red color of beetroot comes
from betacyanin an anthocyanadin a group of powerful antioxidants which
protects against colon cancer, slows down ageing and boosts natural immunity
9.Silica: The rich stock of silica in it does perfect
utilization of calcium in the body and is also required for healthy skin, hair,
nails and bones.
10.Beetroot is particularly rich
in Vitamin C, calcium, phosphorus and iron
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