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Beetroot is a very healthy vegetable that is used in the treatment of many ailments, diseases and health conditions of all kinds.
Beetroot has a dark red color that comes from anthocyanins, special compounds that have strong anti-cancer and detoxifying properties.
Beetroot is great for your heart!
Beetroot contains betaine, a natural anti-inflammatory compound that can keep your cardiovascular system healthy. This vegetable also contains important vitamins and minerals, such as vitamins B1, B2, B12 and C, as well as magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, copper, iodine and iron, which is why it is such a great natural remedy against anemia.
Red beetroot is often used to detoxify the body because it can extract toxins from the body.
They also contain antioxidants, which are great detoxifying agents, as well as cellulose and pectin, a special type of fiber that helps improve digestion.
Beetroot also helps prevent liver disease
It is a type of vegetable that is also useful for athletes because it increases performance and endurance during exercise.
Beetroot and blood pressure
Beetroot stimulates blood flow, regulates cholesterol and blood pressure, and stimulates proper liver function. It helps slow the aging process and also protect blood vessels.
You can cook, bake, or juice beets, but simply the best is raw
When preparing beets, above all do not throw away the leaves – instead cook them, because they contain a high amount of potassium (644 mg per ½ cup). According to several studies, consuming potassium-rich food and avoiding sodium can reduce the risk of stroke by up to 21%, as well as the risk of cardiovascular disease.
