We have highlighted many research backed benefits of beets. As per data from US Department of Agriculture beetroots are high in nutritional value supporting many intense physical activities. However, pregnancy is completely different and highly complex condition. One needs to be extraordinarily cautious about nutrient intake during pregnancy. Are Beets Good During Pregnancy? Beets are […]
Category: Beetroot Benefits
Study Backed Benefits of Betalains of Beetroot
In previous post we highlighted nutritional value of beetroot and bioactive phytonutrients. In this post we will discuss various health benefits of betalains found in beetroot. Betalains (mainly betanin) are the effective antioxidant extracted from beetroot. Several lines of evidence have shown that betalains might reduce the risk of some cancers, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, […]
USDoA: Nutritional Value of Fresh Beetroot
Previously, we highlighted the health benefits of the beetroot. In this post we will discuss nutritional value of beetroot. Source of data is from USDoA (US Department of Agriculture). Nutrition in beetroot has been categorised in two categories; Bioactive phytonutrients and regular nutrition. Each 100gm of raw (wet) beetroot contains…. Regular Nutrition Value proteins (1.68 g), […]
Study: Beetroot Has Anti Cancer Organic Compound
In previous posts we have highlighted many research backed therapeutic benefits of beetroot. Go through following posts, in case you missed… Anti-inflammatory properties blood pressure regulation In this post we are discussing various studies that claimed anti-cancer property. Beetroot’s Anti-cancer Properties Beetroot has many organic compounds that have shown anti-cancer properties. Such compounds are betanins, […]
Multiple Studies Claim Inflammation Property of Beetroot Capsules & Juice
3 studies published at US National Library of Medicine found Betalains, a nitrogen containing pigments in Beetroot, to have anti-inflammatory properties. Check study one, two and three. This makes beetroot a potential natural remedy for many chronic diseases caused by inflammation such as obesity, liver disease, heart disease and cancer. A small study among 20-24 […]
Study: Raw Beetroot Helps Lower Blood Pressure
In our last post we discussed nutritional value of beetroot. In this reading we will discuss research backed therapeutic benefits of beetroot. Lowers blood pressure As per a research published at US National Library of Medicines, dietary nitrate in beetroot has shown ability to lower blood pressure in adults. High blood pressure increases the risk […]
Beetroot: USDoA & Research Backed Nutritional Value and Benefits
Beetroot is a root vegetable with excellent nutritional profile. As per USDoA (US Department of Agriculture) data it is rich source of highly valued vitamins and minerals. In fact, it contains almost all nutrients, vitamin and protein, required by body for various biological process. Below are the list of nutrients present in 100gm of boiled […]

