Tuesday, January 3, 2017

BEETROOT


            Beetroot contains unique phytonutrients called betalains that give a purplish red color to this plant. These compounds are antioxidants and anti-inflammatory that help fight many diseases. 
The top greens leaves have also been used to lower the cholesterol and protect the body from coronary artery disease and stroke.   
            Raw beets alkaline the body, efficient in fighting acidosis, it is anti-aging and an excellent source of folates that are necessary for DNA synthesis with the cells. 
Beetroot has vitamin A, B-complex such as (B-3, B-5, B-6), vitamin C, beta-cyanine, fiber, phosphorous, potassium, selenium, zinc, manganese, iron, magnesium, and copper.
Beet juice help maintains digestive system health, enhance athletic performance, lower blood pressure and may help maintain a healthy weight. It detoxifies the body, it is highly nutritious and rich in anti-cancer chemicals that fight leukemia, lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer and tumors of the intestine, genitals, rectum, head, and leg.
Beetroots detox the liver helping remove the bad estrogens from the body. 
WARNING: Over consumption of beetroot could overload the kidney and liver. People with kidney or liver problems should be careful about raw beet juice.
It is recommended to drink beetroot juice mixed with other vegetables.or fruits. 
MY USES
I add raw beetroot and green leaves to my daily smoothie. 

            Beets are aphrodisiac as contain high amounts of boron which is directly related to the production of sex hormones. It also boosts stamina balancing the hormones.








2 comments:

  1. I drink beer juice it also lowers blood pressure
    Beet chards are the leafs of beet.
    They are sold at grocery stores. Full of nutrients
    Great salad ingredient..
    Have both in my refrigerator

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