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How often do you include beetroot in your diet? Well, if you don't remember when you ate this purplish-red root the last time, you need to start consuming it due to its multiple health benefits. From keeping your Blood Sugar levels in control to improving your sexual stamina, this vegetable is a well know antidote for anaemia in many Indian households. In addition to acting as a natural food colour, it can be consumed in the form of salad, juice or halwa. And above all, there are 11 reasons why you should include beetroot into your diet.

#1 Lowers your Blood Pressure levels
Beetroot is a great source of nitrates, which when consumed, is converted to nitrites and a gas called nitric oxides. Both these components help to widen the Arteries and lower Blood Pressure. Researchers also found that having just about 500 grams of beetroot every day reduces a person's Blood Pressure in about six hours.(1) Read simple tips to include beetroot in your diet.

#2 Reduces 'bad' Cholesterol and prevent plaque formation
Beetroot is known to contain large amounts of soluble fibres, flavanoids and betacyanin. Betacyanin is the compound that gives beetroot its purplish-red colour and is also a powerful Antioxidant. It helps reduce the oxidation of LDL Cholesterol and does not allow it to deposit on the walls of the artery. This protects the Heart from potential Heart attacks and Stroke reducing the need for medication.

#3 Good for Pregnant women and unborn child
Another amazing quality of the root is that it has an abundant supply of folic Acid. Folic Acid is important for Pregnant mums and unborn babies because it is an essential component for the proper formation of the unborn child's spinal cord, and can protect the child from conditions such as spina bifida (is a congenital disorder where the child's spinal cord does not form completely and in most cases looks like it has been divided into two at the base). Beetroot also gives mums-to-be that extra energy boost required during Pregnancy. Read more about why women need folic Acid during Pregnancy.

#4 Beats Osteoporosis
Beetroot is packed with mineral silica, an important component for the body to use calcium efficiently. Since calcium makes up our Bones and teeth, having a glass of beetroot juice a day could help keep conditions such as Osteoporosis and brittle bone disease at bay. Here's how you can prevent Osteoporosis.

#5 Keeps Diabetes under check
People suffering from Diabetes can fulfil their sweet craving by adding a little beetroot in their diet. Being a medium glycaemic index vegetable (means it releases sugars very slowly into the blood), it aids in maintaining your Blood Sugar levels low while satiating your sugar craving. Also, this vegetable is low in calories and fat-free making it a perfect vegetable for diabetics.

#6 Treats anaemia
It is a common myth that because beetroot is reddish in colour, it replaces lost blood and is therefore good to treat anaemia. While this may sound a bit outrageous to many, there is a partial truth hidden in the myth. Beetroot contains a lot of iron. Iron helps in the formation of haemagglutinin, which is a part of the blood that helps transport Oxygen and nutrients to various parts of the body. It is the iron content and not the colour that helps treat anaemia. Read about 5 foods you should avoid if you have Anemia.

#7 Helps relieve fatigue
A study presented at the American Diabetics association's conference stated that beetroot helps boost a person's energy. They said that due to its nitrate content it helped dilate the Arteries thereby helping in the proper transportation of Oxygen to various parts of the body, increasing a person's energy. Another theory was that because the root is a rich source of iron, it helps in improving a person's stamina. Whatever the source, a pick-me-up at the end of a tiring day can be just what one needs

#8 Improves sexual health and stamina
Also known as natural Viagra, beetroot has been commonly used in a number of ancient customs to boost one's sexual health. Since the vegetable is a rich source of nitrates it helps release nitric oxide into the body, widening the Blood vessels, and increasing blood flow to the genitals - a mechanism that medicines like Viagra seek to replicate. Another factor is that beetroot contains a lot of boron, a chemical compound that is important for the production of the human sex Hormone. So the next time, ditch the blue pill and have some beetroot juice instead. Here are 8 sexual stamina boosting tips you shouldn't miss!

#9 Protects you from Cancer
The betacyanin content in beetroot has another very important function. In a study done at the Howard University, Washington DC, it was found that betacyanin helped slow the growth of tumours by 12.5 percent in patients with breast and Prostate Cancer. This effect not only helps in the diagnosis and treatment of Cancers but it also helps Cancer survivors remain Cancer-free longer.

#10 Beats Constipation
Because of its high soluble fibre content, beetroot acts as a great Laxative. It helps in regulating your Bowel movement by softening stools. It also cleanses the Colon and flushes out the harmful Toxins from the Stomach. Here are a few home remedies to relieve Constipation.

#11 Boosts brain power
A study done at the University of Exeter, UK, showed that drinking beetroot juice could increase a person's stamina by 16 percent, because of its nitrate content. Known to increase the Oxygen uptake by the body, the study also found that because of this one factor, it could also help in the proper functioning of the brain and beat the onset of Dementia. It has also been seen that nitrate when converted to nitrite helps in the better transmission of neural impulses, making the brain work better.

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Red Beet Root is a Nutritious source of natural energy and vitality and a good way to build healthy blood and to normalize the pH balance in our bodies. Its benefits as a tincture, may include better stamina, improved blood flow, and lower Blood Pressure. In Roman times it was used to treat Fever, Wound, Skin problems, Constipation, and as an Aphrodisiac.

Beet root contains vitamins A, C, B6, folic Acid, protein, carbohydrates, Antioxidants and soluble fiber. It is believed to be a super food and may be as valuable as blueberries and salmon. It also contains carotenoids and flavonoids, which help prevent LDL, or "bad Cholesterol" from being oxidized and deposited in the Arteries.

Beet juice, or extract, has been taken for many purposes. It has been found to boost energy and to support the Liver. The supplement is rich in vitamin C, potassium, Magnesium, manganese, bioflavonoids and beta-carotene. A concentrated tincture of Beetroot, called betaine, is taken to maximize the detoxification of the Liver, to boost natural production of Hormones in the body. It is believed to promote feelings of well-being and Relaxation, and to remove excess homocysteine in the blood and urine. Homocysteine is related to a higher risk of Heart disease.

The nutrients found in Beet juice extracts are one of the riChest sources of nitrates. It contains trace amounts of amino Acids including D amino Acids and alpha amino Acids. Beet root may exhibit anti-Cancer activity. The betacyanin contained in beets helps to Detoxify the body from harmful Toxins. The high Antioxidant content may help to prevent cell and DNA damage, removing damaging and aging free radicals. It also prevents oxidative Stress which is common these days. Regular consumption may be help relieve disease related to calcification like Arthritis, Kidney Stones and Varicose veins.

It is often associated with improving Digestive health, especially fat Digestion, and gives a boost to the body's metabolism. It is thought to be the perfect cleanser for the Intestines, and for the Nerves in the Intestine. This herb may be very helpful for those who are suffering with hypochlorhydria, a condition which increases Stomach-Acidity. The fiber increases production of the Detoxifying Enzymes in the Liver, and protects the Liver against fatty deposits, sometimes caused by alcohol abuse, protein deficiency, among other reasons.

Beetroot is used to purify the blood from within and cleanse Toxins and excess water from the body. This action may impart a healthy glow to the face. It has been used in creams or oils, externally to keep the Skin hydrated and more supple. Regular consumption may improve the complexion, by removing dead Skin cells and replenishing the new ones. Its powerful Antioxidants also benefit the Skin and protect from premature aging by neutralizing free radicals effects. It also works as an Anti-Aging substance, for the prevention of Wrinkles and fine lines. Lycopene found in Beetroot liquid extract maintains the Skin's elasticity and protects it from harsh sun rays. It has been used to protect against sun burn.

All the nutrients in the herb enable blood Circulation in the Scalp which can help to promote healthy Hair growth. It also eliminates itchy Scalp and dryness, by its anti-pruritic propterties. When mixed with vinegar, it will cleanse the Scalp of Dandruff and even Psoriasis. The carotenoids in Beet juice improve the quality, and add shine to the Hair. It assists in blood Circulation to the Scalp which nourishes Hair follicles. This action promotes healthier growth and produces good quality Hair. The natural silica in Beetroot improves the general health and adds a glossy shine to the Hair. Mixing it with Ginger Root and massaging it into the Scalp may help to prevent Hair loss and baldness.