Beat the stress with beetroots!!

Beetroots, also one of the best superfoods are loaded with antioxidants which help in reducing oxidative stress! It contains nutrients like iron, manganese, copper, potassium, and magnesium. The red colour of beets is attributed to its pigment betalain! If you want to be healthy in the long term, this root vegetable can do you wonders! The best way to have them is raw or juiced with carrots and apples!

One cup of raw beets contains:

53 calories,

9 g of carbs, including 5 g of fibre

3 g of protein

Benefits:

1. Helps Treat Anaemia

The deficiency of iron in the blood causes anaemia. Beets are rich in iron as well as vitamin C which stimulate the production of red blood cells and faster iron absorption!

2. Helps in Detox & Losing Weight

Beets are ideal for weight loss as they are low in calories and fat free. They are fiber rich and having just one cup of beetroot makes you feel full without consuming much calories!

3. Helps Prevent Cancer

The pigments - betanin in beetroot help prevent lung and skin cancers. Beetroot juice contains antioxidants, including betacyanin, which scavenge free radicals responsible for causing cancer!

4. Enhances Athletic Performance

Studies have found that beetroot makes the muscles more fuel-efficient and athletes are advised to drink beetroot juice as it allows muscles to use oxygen more effectively and boosts stamina.

5. Improves Immunity During Pregnancy

Beets are rich in iron and folic acid, which is the most important nutrient required during pregnancy. Iron enhances haemoglobin level in the blood and folic acid helps prevent neural tube defects in the baby. Thus, women are advised to consume beetroot juice for a healthy pregnancy.

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