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Benefits
Beetroot has been gaining in popularity as a superfood. Recent studies claim that beets and beetroot juice can improve athletic performance, reduce blood pressure, and increase blood flow.
Beetroot comes from the same family as sugar beets. However, it is genetically and nutritionally different. Sugar beets are white, and manufacturers tend to use them for extracting sugar and sweetening processed foods. It is not possible to extract sugar from beetroot, which is mostly red or gold.
- 58.5 calories
- 13 g of carbohydrates, including 9.19 g of sugar and 3.81 g of fiber
- 2.19 g of protein
Beetroot can also add the following vitamins and minerals to a person’s diet. The percentages are from the USDA’s 2015–2020 Dietary Guidelines.
| Nutrient | Percentage of an adult’s daily requirement |
| Vitamin C | 7.4% |
| Vitamin A | 0.3% for males, and 0.39% for females |
| Folate | 37% |
| Magnesium | 7.83% for males, and 10.97% for females |
| Phosphorus | 7.77% |
Beets also contain small amounts of:
Green, leafy vegetables such as beet tops provide high levels of dietary nitrate. Cooked beet tops are a great source of iron, vitamin C, vitamin A, magnesium, potassium, and folate.
Content Courtesy - Medical News Today