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Originating from North Africa and grew wildly along the European and Asian seashores during the prehistoric times, this red and carrot shaped beet root is consumed for its various medicinal benefits.
You might not be familiar enough to realize that beet root was actually used as an aphrodisiac during the Roman times as it contains higher amounts of boron which is directly linked to the production of human sex hormones.
What makes beet root so good is that it is also ideal for pregnant women for its higher source of B vitamin folate. This mineral is essential for assisting the development of infant’s tissue growth and spinal column as well.
As beet root contains the bioactive agent betaine, it also helps support healthy liver function. Furthermore, the choline from beet juice itself aids in detoxifying the liver.
The scientists at the Exeter University found that cyclists who drank 500ml of beet root juice before setting off were able to ride up over 20% longer than those who drank a placebo blackcurrant juice.
In another study conducted by Barts and the London School of Medicine, it is found that beet root juice can have as wonderful an effect on blood pressure as the conventional medications.
Beet root is a rich source of vitamin C, essential minerals like magnesium, zinc, potassium, phosphorus, calcium and sodium, and also the B vitamins such as B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 and B9.
Due to Beet root’s cellulose content, it helps ease bowel movement while relieving chronic constipation.
The higher content of iron in beet root helps reactivate and regenerate red blood cells. It also assists to fresh oxygen to the body. Also, the copper content in beet root helps make the iron more readily to be used by the body.
Besides all the mentioned health benefits herein, beet root juice is also an excellent solvent for inorganic calcium deposits. Hence, it is very valuable in treating heart trouble, arterosclerosis, varicose veins, and also hypertension.
Beet root is useful to prevent age related blindness due to cataract for its properties of vitamin A and Beta-carotene.
Beet root has long been known for its properties to clean the gall bladder and the kidneys.
Even though beet root has very high sugar content, it owns a very low glycemic load. This statement means that the sugar conversion process for beet root is extremely low and this process enables for stabilization of sugar levels in the blood.
Warning: Since beet root contains oxalates, overconsumption can cause body fluid to crystallize. Those who are living with osteoporosis, kidney failure and gallbladder related problems are warned not to consume beet roots.
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Immensely benefited.
Wow didn't know beet root was so good for you.
It is good to know the many benefits of beet root.
Wow! I'm getting ready to add my last beet root to this homemade that I'm about to make. Thanks for sharing. Monica from FB.
Exceptionally done! Very helpful information!
I've been drinking a beverage containing beet root and am so glad you confirmed the benefits!
Beet root is quite very beneficial. Good info.
Very infromative article Chan. I learned something new.
Your wonderfully described information about beet root confirms a real health benefit from this item.
Another well researched post and healthful tips Chan.
It's good to know how healthy the beetroot is, we love it in our household. Great post.
Outstanding work.
Very useful information and great presentation. Thanks for sharing your knowledge on the health benefits of beet root, I learned something new today. Voted up!
Amazing added health benefits of beet root Chan, great article.