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Many health professionals, myself included, believe that food is our medicine, which is why we must consider nutrition in any discussion of our health. Proper nutrition is essential for our body, brain, and well-being — and what's good for our body is also good for our brain. There are many varieties of food that can benefit both, including one of my favorites: red beets. Beets (Beta vulgaris) are root vegetables, which, like other root vegetables (carrots, parsnip, turnip, radishes, etc.) are good to eat during winter, because they keep well and preserve their nutrients. There are many varieties of beets; red, golden, striped, sugar beets, etc. The most popular, and my favorite, are red beets. People usually eat the root, but you can use the whole vegetable in soups or sauté the leaves in olive oil and garlic. They are easy to prepare. Red beets can be eaten raw, but they are mainly eaten roasted, grilled, boiled, or baked. Roasted beets keep in a fridge for many days and are delicious as a healthy, low-calorie, but fulfilling snack. Beets are also delicious in salads. You may not believe it, but they do taste kind of sweet. One small beet contains about 4 gram of sugar, but the high fiber content slows the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream, so they are generally safe to eat even for people with diabetes.

The Health Benefits of Red Beets

Red beets are packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals not found in other foods. They contain Vitamin C, B9 (folate), calcium, potassium, copper, manganese, iron, nitrates, proteins, and phytonutrients (betalains). Beetroot has the highest antioxidant activity, which generally means that it can aid in the prevention of diseases. The nitrates in red beets help widen blood vessels, facilitating blood flow to the brain, which may improve brain function. Nitrates may also lower blood pressure which can help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke (Mirmiran et al. 2020, Bonilla-Ocampo et al. 2018). They are a great source of fiber, which can help keep you regular, which is important for general health. Fiber also plays an important role in preventing chronic diseases including cancer (D. Anue et al, 2012). The fiber, protein, and low calorie content of beets make them great to eat for those managing their weight. Red beets contain a group of phytonutrients — betalains — which support detoxification by pushing toxins out of your body. Betalains also have anti-inflammatory properties which can help reduce the chronic inflammation in the body (Clifford, A. et al. 2015). Fermented red-beet juice has been used in a folk medicine for generations to improve immunity to seasonal and chronic diseases. When I was a child, my mother used to give me that juice during winter, and I still take it when I feel “under the weather." Pickled red beets make for tasty prebiotics, which are the best food to support "good" bacteria in the gut. Prebiotics (fermented food) make the good bacteria healthy and happy which also increases the overall health of the gut's host, which happens to be you. Your gut health depends on the amount and diversity of “good bacteria” essential for the proper working of your intestines and the entire body. Red-beet pickles are easy to make and will keep in a fridge for months. (For recipes, see my book, How My Brain Works.

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What will eating beets everyday do?

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.

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Vibrant red or gold beetroot has been planted everywhere from the ancient Mediterranean to George Washington’s Mount Vernon. In modern times, hybrid species of beets even have candy-cane stripes of red and white. All colors of beetroot have the same rich, earthy taste and liven the plate with their rainbow hues. The leaves and roots of beets are packed with nutrition, including antioxidants that fight cell damage and reduce the risk of heart disease. They’re one of the few vegetables that contain betalains, a powerful antioxidant that gives beets their vibrant color. Betalains reduce inflammation and may help protect against cancer and other diseases. Health Benefits Beets have many helpful plant compounds that reduce inflammation and protect cells from damage. Some of the other health benefits of beetroot include: Increase Stamina Beetroot and its juice help your heart and lungs work better during exercise. Nitric oxide from beets increases blood flow to your muscles. Some athletes eat beetroot or drink beet juice when exercising to improve their performance. Prevent Heart Disease and Stroke 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 and stroke. Lower Blood Pressure Beets are naturally high in nitrates, which are turned into nitric oxide in the body. This compound lowers blood pressure by causing the blood vessels to relax and widen. Boost Your Immune System 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.

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