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Known for decades as a liver-protective food, beetroot also known as beets, table beets or red beet, may not be the newest kid on the superfoods block, but mounting research is showing why we should take another good look at this root vegetable in juiced form.
Beetroot is from the same family as sugar beets, but they are genetically and nutritionally different. Sugar beets are white in colour and commonly used for extracting sugar and sweetening manufactured foods. Sugar cannot be obtained from beetroot, which is mostly red or gold in colour.
Beetroot or beets are a unique source of nutrients that help protect cells, proteins, and enzymes from environmental stress.
The key nutrients found in beets have also been shown to help fight inflammation, improve cardiovascular risk factors, improve eye health, assist in body detoxification and possibly help prevent numerous chronic diseases as reported by the ‘World’s Healthiest Foods Foundation’.
According to Medical News Today (MNT), recent research studies claim that consuming beetroot juice can improve athletic performance, lower blood pressure, increase blood flow and increase stamina. Researchers claim this was possibly due to the high nitrate levels contained in beet juice.
Further studies have found that those who drank beet juice prior to exercise were able to exercise for up to 16 percent longer. This benefit is thought to be related to the naturally occurring nitrate levels, which may reduce the oxygen cost of low-intensity exercise as well as enhance tolerance to high-intensity exercise.
How do nitrates work?
When a nitrate is consumed, bacteria and enzymes on the tongue convert nitrate to nitrite which is then converted to nitric oxide. Nitric oxide supports numerous systems and pathways in the body. Two very important pathways are the regulation of oxygen and transportation of blood flow throughout the body’s various systems.
Oxygen transportation and the circulation of blood are even more vital when the body is under physical stress. The cardiovascular system is working even harder during physical activity, but with proper levels of nitric oxide, oxygen is transported to the corresponding organs and blood flow is optimal; supporting peak cardiovascular capabilities.
Boosting your cardiovascular system improves performance
Because this performance enhancement capability has been supported by scientific research, beet juice has become the go-to for individuals looking to improve their athletic performance.
Physical endurance relies heavily on the nutrients your body is receiving beforehand. Having the capacity to hike, bike, or run a little longer is largely based on how well your cardiovascular system is expending oxygen and circulating blood flow.
Youngevity CardioBeets –
With all this good news about beetroot, is it any surprise that Youngevity has taken the humble beetroot and by adding a proprietary blend of Mango, Kelp and amino acids, formulated an incredible product designed to optimise the body’s endurance and performance during physical activity.
Youngevity’s CardioBeets delivers superior nutrition from –
- Organic red beets rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and nitrates
- VitaKelp™ an organic mineral rich superfood from a highly sustainable seaweed source. It is a natural source of bioavailable iodine which is essential for energy metabolism and many other health functions.
- Antioxidant and nutrient-rich Careflow™ Mango Fruit Powder – a high-quality natural ingredient that has been shown to support improved blood flow and support optimal nitric oxide function. It may help athletic performance by supporting oxygen supply and endurance.
- Sweet cherry, rich in flavonoids and antioxidants – sweet cherries may help the body combat the damage caused by free radicals and help to support a healthy cardiovascular system.
- L-Arginine and L-Citrulline for additional nitric oxide production – When combined, these two amino acids help boost nitric oxide production, blood flow and circulation. The combination also supports healthy blood pressure and helps the body remove the by-products of exercise which may help improve recovery.
“I look at the human body as a healing and regenerating system, designed divinely to heal and renew itself on a moment to moment basis. But it needs the raw materials to do its work.” – Pharmacist Ben Fuchs
Have a super awesome day,
Irene G
Editor
90 For Life Australia