Nutritional Value

• Beets contain high amount of nitrates which lowers the blood pressure that may reduces the risk of heart attacks, heart failure and stroke.
• Enhance athletic performance by improving oxygen use and time of exhaustion. It is recommended to consume beets 2-3 hours prior to training or any physical games.
• Beets contain pigments called betalains, which possess numerous anti-inflammatory properties reducing pain and discomfort.
• Good source of fiber, hence is beneficial for good digestion.
• Pigments in beets may reduce the growth of cancer cells.
• Due to high water and low calorie content, its use are useful for weight loss.

Storage and Uses

• Remove damaged roots and store beets in cool place near to freezing point as possible in a perforated plastic bag for 1-2 weeks.
• Beetroots are used in our regular diet in the form of juice, salad, roast, steamed or pickled. Its leaves are also used as leafy vegetable. It is also used for its color.

Note

• Beet roots contain nitrates, which may help increase blood flow to the brain, improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of dementia. Dementia is the collection of many diseases that causes decline in mental functions resulting in forgetfulness.