Winter is here. So are a variety of vegetables with wide range of health benefits. One of these vegetables that are fully loaded with antioxidants to give your body a health boost during the winter months is beetroot.
Low in fat, full of powerful antioxidants, rich in Vitamin C, helps in the absorption of iron- Beets are nutritious and flavorful, that can be eaten by salads, juices, or dips. 100 grams of beetroot has about 43 calories with about 0.2 grams of fat. It has about 325 grams of potassium, 78 grams of sodium, 1.6 grams of protein and total carbohydrate is around 10 grams.
Here are the health benefits of Beetroot:
Glowing skin: Beetroot juice acts a great blood purifier, which is key in keeping your skin glowing and healthy. Beetroots are also rich in Vitamin C which helps in clearing blemishes and evens out your skin tone while giving it a natural glow.
Enhances energy and stamina: Beetroot juice helps in opening the blood vessels and thus increases the flow of oxygen throughout your body making you feel more energetic and active and it’s best to have it early morning to wake up your sleepy organs.
Digestion: Beetroot juice is full of fiber which helps in regulative your digestive processes and also relieves constipation. Beetroot is also rich in betaine, which is an agent thought to be beneficial for good digestive health.
Acts as a natural detox: Beetroots are a unique source of betalains – a type of phytonutrient. These compounds are known to provide powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and detoxification properties. For long, beetroot has been known as the liver-protective food. It is a great liver cleanser and helps in flushing out all the toxins. With the help of compounds like methionine and glycine, it prevents fatty acids from building up and stimulates the liver cells.
Control your blood pressure: Beetroot juice can help in temporarily lowering high blood pressure and this is due to the presence of nitrates. The naturally occurring nitrates increase nitric oxide found in the blood vessels which allow more oxygen to flow to your brain, heart and muscles and thus, lowering high blood pressure.
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