Health Benefits of Beet

 

Beet is a vegetable that comes with leave and root packed with nutrients beneficial for health. Nutrients in beet include antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that helps prevent cell damage in the body. Beet contains an essential antioxidant called Betalains which helps to reduce inflammation and may help protect against diseases. Some of the health benefits of eating beets are as follows:

1.       Heart Health: Beets are naturally high in nitrates, which are turned into nitric oxide in the body. Nitric oxide lowers blood pressure by causing the blood vessels to relax and widen. Beets are rich in folate (vitamin B9) which helps cells grow and function. Folate plays a key role in controlling damage to blood vessels, which can reduce the risk of heart disease.

 

2.       Immune Health: Beets are high in fiber and promote the growth of good bacteria in your gut. Having plenty of healthy bacteria in your digestive system helps fight disease and boost your immune system. Fiber also improves digestion and reduces the risk of constipation.

3.       Beets are rich in phytochemicals that have been shown to have a regulating effect on glucose and insulin in humans. increased dietary fiber intake is associated with better blood sugar control and weight loss in patients 

4.       Anemia: Beetroot juice is loaded with the iron, minerals and vitamins which helps to boost iron level in person with anemia thereby supplying oxygen to vital organs of the body.