Are beets good for the blood?

Incorporating beets into your regular diet is a powerful step towards achieving and maintaining optimal blood health.

Some studies show that beetroot juice can dilate blood vessels, improve blood flow and lower blood pressure, according to medical site WebMD .

Raw beets may be more potent than cooked beets.

A source of folate, potassium, vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants, beets are particularly rich in nitrates. Through a series of reactions, the body converts nitrates into nitric oxide, which helps increase blood flow and lower blood pressure.

In fact, some studies show that beetroot juice can significantly reduce both systolic and diastolic blood pressure. And raw beets may have a stronger effect than cooked beets, according to Healthline .

In some studies, drinking about 2 cups (240 ml/cup) of beetroot juice per day significantly reduced blood pressure levels.

Drinking about 2 glasses of beetroot juice every day helps to significantly reduce blood pressure levels.

Ms. G Sushma, clinical dietitian at CARE Banjar Hills Hospital, Hyderabad (India), also said: Beetroot is rich in nitrates, which are converted into nitric oxide in the body. Nitric oxide has the effect of dilating blood vessels, leading to improved blood flow and reduced blood pressure. Beetroot also contains folate and betaine, important nutrients that support heart health.

However, Dr. Zelman says drinking raw beet juice is best to take advantage of the nitrate source, since cooking will block some of the nitrates, according to WebMD .

Additionally, the following foods also help promote optimal blood health:

• Green leafy vegetables like spinach, lettuce and Swiss chard.
• Berries like blueberries, strawberries and raspberries.
• Fatty fish like salmon, mackerel and sardines.
• Nuts like almonds, chia seeds and flax seeds, according to Indian Express.

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