Vegetable - Beet Root - Other Tips

Beet root

1. Selection :
   • In the store, choose fresh, bright, firm textured beets with rich flavour and uniform size. Avoid those with slump looking or soft in consistency, over-mature and large. Whenever possible, go for organic to get maximum health benefits.
   • In the farmer markets, often times the roots with intact top greens put for sale. If you are buying whole vegetable, severe tops from its root as soon as possible since, they rob moisture and nutrition from the roots.
2. Preparation and serving methods :
   • In addition to its crispy root, fresh tender top leaves and stems are also used for the preparation of recipes.
   • To prepare, gently scrub and wash the roots in clean running water before use in order to remove sand, soil, and dust. Peel the tough outer layer using a vegetable peeler. Cut the root into chunks, squares, or thin slices as you may desire.
3. Storage :Beetroot, however, can be kept in the refrigerator set at high relative humidity for few weeks.
4. Usage :This vegetable is used in different ways of Cooking and even in more areas as a different substitute. Read more >>
   
   

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Vegetable - Beet Root - Nutrition Facts

Beet root

Nutrition Facts :Nutrition plays a vital role in one's life and has become an essential entity in human life and of course those who follow regular diet for a healthy body and healthy mind.

Table listed below displays Beet root vegetable nutrition values such as Nutrients, Vitamins , Electrolytes, Minerals and Phyto-nutrients in individual proportions.

Nutrition of Beet root

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Nutrition	Sno	Principle	Nutrient value	% of RDA
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Nutrients
	1	Energy	43 cal	2%
	2	Carbohydrates	9.56 g	7%
	3	Protein	1.61 g	1%
	4	Total Fat	0.17 g	0.50%
	5	Cholesterol	0 mg	0%
	6	Dietary Fiber	2.80 g	7%
Vitamins
	1	Folates	109 µg	27%
	2	Niacin	0.334 mg	2%
	3	Pantothenic acid	0.155 mg	3%
	4	Pyridoxine	0.067 mg	5%
	5	Riboflavin	0.057 mg	4%
	6	Thiamine	0.031 mg	2.50%
	7	Vitamin A	33 IU	1%
	8	Vitamin C	4.9 mg	8%
	9	Vitamin E	0.04 mg	0.50%
	10	Vitamin K	0.2 µg	0%
Electrolytes
	1	Sodium	78 mg	5%
	2	Potassium	325 mg	7%
Minerals
	1	Calcium	16 mg	1.50%
	2	Copper	0.075 mg	8%
	3	Iron	0.80 mg	10%
	4	Magnesium	23 mg	6%
	5	Manganese	0.329 mg	14%
	6	Zinc	0.35 mg	3%
Phyto nutrients
	1	Carotene-ß	20 µg	--
	2	Betaine	128.7 mg	--
	3	Lutein-zeaxanthin	0 µg	--

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Vegetable - Beet Root - Health Benefits

Beet root

1. Reduces blood pressure and risk of Heart attacks :Research has shown that beetroot can help reduce blood pressure as well as its associated risks such as heart attacks and strokes. This is because the high content of nitrates in beetroot produce a gas called nitric oxide in the blood which widens blood vessels and lowers blood pressure. A daily dose of 250ml of beetroot juice or 1 to 2 cooked beetroot (approx. 100g) can help dramatically reduce blood pressure and its associated risks. For more information on heart health, help, facts and lifestyle advice, visit the British Heart Foundation.
2. Stabilises blood sugar :Beetroot is virtually fat free and low in calories. Although it has a 'medium' GI (Glycaemic Index) of 64, It has an extremely low GL (Glycaemic Load) of 2.9 which means it's converted into sugars very slowly and therefore helps to keep blood sugar levels stable.
3. Helps slow progression of dementia :High content of nitrates in beetroot may also help fight the progression of dementia, as nitric oxide in the blood (produced by the nitrates in beetroot) also helps increase blood flow to the brain. Beetroot's folic acid may also play a part as studies suggest it can help protect against Alzheimer's and dementia.
4. Lowers cholesterol :Beetroot contains soluble fibre, which has also been shown to have cholesterol lowering capabilities. It also contains carotenoids and flavonoids, which help prevent LDL or "bad" cholesterol from being oxidised and deposited in the arteries.
5. Boost Your Stamina :If you need a boost to make it through your next workout, beet juice may again prove valuable. Those who drank beet juice prior to exercise were able to exercise for up to 16 percent longer.4 The benefit is thought to also be related to nitrates turning into nitric oxide, which may reduce the oxygen cost of low-intensity exercise as well as enhance tolerance to high-intensity exercise.
6. Reduces risk of osteoporosis :Beetroot contains the mineral silica. This helps the body to utilise calcium, which is important for musculo-skeletal health and reducing the risk of osteoporosis
7. Anti-Cancer Properties :The powerful phyto-nutrients that give beets their deep crimson colour may help to ward off cancer. Research has shown that beetroot extract reduced multi-organ tumor formations in various animal models when administered in drinking water, for instance, while beetroot extract is also being studied for use in treating human pancreatic, breast, and prostate cancers.
8. Rich in Valuable Nutrients and Fibre :Beets are high in immune-boosting vitamin C, fibre, and essential minerals like potassium (essential for healthy nerve and muscle function) and manganese (which is good for your bones, liver, kidneys, and pancreas). Beets also contain the B vitamin folate, which helps reduce the risk of birth defects.
9. Powerful antioxidant properties :Betacyanin, the pigment that gives beetroot its colour, is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants are believed to help reduce the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, in turn protecting artery walls and reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.
10. Treats anaemia and fatigue :Beetroot's iron content means it's good for those with anaemia and fatigue.
11. Folic acid :Beetroot contains folic acid which is essential for normal tissue growth. Folic acid is crucial to the development of a baby's spinal cord during the first three months of pregnancy and can help prevent spinal cord defects such as spina bifida. Beetroot also contains iron so is a fab pick-me-up for mums-to-be suffering from fatigue during pregnancy. Expectant mums must remember though that cooked beetroot has lower levels of folic acid than raw beetroot. For more information on the importance of folic acid during pregnancy, visit the NHS website. For more information on foods containing folic acid see Bounty's Folic Acid Factfile.
12. Detoxification Support :The betalin pigments in beets support your body's Phase 2 detoxification process, which is when broken down toxins are bound to other molecules so they can be excreted from your body. Traditionally, beets are valued for their support in detoxification and helping to purify your blood and your liver.

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Vegetable - Beet Root - Beauty Tips

Beet root

1. Fair skin :Using beetroot juice like a mask gives your complexion a pinkish tinge. So, the next time you are whipping a clay mask or any fruit mask, make sure to include a little of beetroot juice or grated beetroot. The outcomes would be visible clearly on the fair skin.Not just that, a regular using beetroot helps the skin become flawless because it feeds the skin iron along with other vitamins with the pores. All of the dark spots and blemishes are gone inside a month if you are using the mask 5-7 times per week.
2. Hair care :This vegetable is another natural dye so mix the standard henna powder in beetroot juice to have an auburn tinge in hair. And, it’s totally chemical free so that your hair remains as healthy and delightful as always.

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Vegetable - Beet Root - Allergies

Beet root

1. Fever, Chills, and Rashes :
   • Although these side effects are infrequently reported, some people have reported experiencing fever, chills, and rashes after consuming beet juice. If you think you're suffering these effects from drinking beet juice, stop drinking it. If the problem persists, see a doctor. Rashes may indicate an allergy.
   • Sometimes detoxification and cleansing creates temporary symptoms such as a low fever or chills. This is one possible explanation of why beet juice may create this side effect. If it improves cellular respiration as conventional science states, one possible theory is that the cells are better capable of releasing stored waste, and if many cells release waste at once, it can cause slight flu-like symptoms. Of course, you could really have the flu, or possibly another illness, so if the symptoms persist after stopping the beet juice, see your physician.
2. Vocal Cord Problems :A feeling of tightness in the throat or trouble speaking can be a side effect of drinking too much beet juice. Most sources state that drinking beet juice in conjunction with apple juice or other fresh vegetable juices in a vegetable juice cocktail seems to prevent this unusual and infrequent side effect.

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Vegetable BEET ROOT in Telugu Language

Beet root

Grocery	Vegetables
Category	Vegetables - Non-Leafy Vegetables
English	Beet root
Telugu	Yerra dumpa

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About the Vegetable :The beetroot is the taproot portion of the beet plant,[1] also known in North America as the table beet, garden beet, red or golden beet, or informally simply as the beet. It is several of the cultivated varieties of beet (Beta vulgaris) grown for their edible taproots and their greens. These Varieties have been classified as B. vulgaris subsp. vulgaris Conditiva Group.Beets are highly nutritious and “cardiovascular health” friendly root vegetables. Certain unique pigment antioxidants in this root as well as in its top-greens have found to offer protection against coronary artery disease and stroke; lower cholesterol levels within the body, and have anti-ageing effects.Beets are small herbaceous plants with broad dark-green leaves. Its underground taproot matures in 50-60 days of sowing and weighs about 100 to 150 g. If not harvested at the right time, it keeps growing in size to more than a pound and may develop surface cracks, lose taste and become unappetizing because of excess fibber content.

Scientific / Binomial name : Beta vulgaris

Popularly Known as :Beets, Yerra dumpa,

Usage :

• The root may be eaten raw in salads with carrot, radish, cucumber, cabbage etc.
• Steam the small cubes and serve warm with butter as a delicacy.
• Pickled beets are a part of the traditional food in the southern American states.
• Beet juice is a popular health drink.
• In India, the roots are eaten boiled in curries with other vegetables such as carrot, potato, tomato, etc.
• In Europe,cooked chunks are enjoyed as side dish with added olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice.
• In Eastern Europe, its soup, borscht prepared with added sour cream, is a popular recipe.