Unknown Benefits Of Beetroot Juice

You’ve probably eaten this root vegetable in salads, usually cooked, but you may never have thought about how delicious and nutritious it can be to add beets raw to a smoothie. In this article, we share a few benefits that beet juice can provide  that you probably didn’t know about. Prepare to be amazed!

What nutrients do beets contain?

When you cook beets, some of the most important nutrients are lost (as is the case with most foods). However, when you consume the vegetable raw in the form of a juice or smoothie, you can benefit from an extra dose:

• Vitamin A, B and C

• folic acid
• Antioxidants such as flavanoids and carotenoids
• Amino acids
• Minerals such as calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, phosphorus and sodium
• Soluble and Insoluble Fiber
• Water
• Carbohydrates
• Natural sugars

What are the main benefits of beet juice?

Check out the many benefits that beet juice or a smoothie made with beets can provide below:

Beetroot juice can help with heart problems

Because the beetroot can be great for inhibiting inflammation, the vegetable is recommended for people who have a history of heart disease or who are at risk for heart problems.

Beet juice can fight free radicals

Beets contain betalains and loose polyphenols. These are both antioxidants that can neutralize the damaging influence of free radicals. When too many free radicals build up in your body, it can cause premature cell aging and promote the development of diseases such as cancer.

Beet juice may lower cancer risk

This advantage is linked to the advantage we discussed above. Beet juice can help prevent the growth of malignant tissues, which can eventually become cancerous. It is therefore an excellent idea to include beetroot juice in your diet as a precaution. Beets may even help limit tumor formation, especially in parts of the body such as the pancreas, breasts and prostate.

Beet juice can help with athletic performance

Many athletes drink this dark red juice just before a competition because it can increase lung capacity. For example, you could improve your athletic performance by up to 16 percent by drinking beetroot juice before exercise, training sessions or competitions.

Beetroot juice can help balance your blood pressure

People with high blood pressure should drink two cups of beetroot juice a day. Thanks to the nitrate content in beets, this juice can help lower blood pressure.

Beetroot juice can help slow down the aging process

We are not only talking about skin aging here, but also about the aging of organs and your body in general. Beet juice can help maintain a healthy brain. This juice can also help you recover from injuries faster and may slow down premature wrinkle formation.

Beetroot juice can help with anemia

Beets can be very helpful in treating anemia thanks to the folic acid and iron they contain.

Beetroot juice can help with weight loss

Beets are low in calories and very satiating at the same time. You can add grated beetroot to your salad to increase the fiber content and avoid constipation or obesity.

Beetroot juice can be beneficial for pregnant women

The high folic acid content in beets is great for pregnant women and fetal development. Beets can provide some extra support so that the fetus develops well during the first few weeks of pregnancy.

After delivery, you should continue to consume beets to lower the risk of certain infections. As your child grows, we recommend that he/she consume beets to prevent vitamin deficiencies and promote healthy development.

How do you make juice from beets, carrots and apples?

Now that you know what this unique and delicious vegetable has to offer, it’s time to learn how to make a delicious juice from it! We offer you a great recipe that combines beets with two other ‘superfoods.’

For centuries, this “miracle potion” has been used by the Chinese to treat and prevent a variety of ailments.

Ingredients

• 1 beet
• 1 carrot
• A cup of water
• 1 apple
• 1 lemon (optional)

Preparation

• Wash and peel all ingredients.
• Cut the ingredients into small pieces.
• Place all ingredients in the blender along with the lemon juice, if you choose to use it.
• Mix the ingredients until you have a homogeneous liquid.
• If you prefer to drink the juice cold, you can add a few ice cubes.
• Try to drink the juice twice a day: one glass in the morning as soon as you wake up on an empty stomach and one glass later in the day as a snack.

Note: beet juice alone is never enough when dealing with a serious medical condition. Therefore, when in doubt, always consult your doctor!