5 Beetroot Remedies To Improve Your Health

Did you know that there are many beetroot remedies that you can go to in case of discomfort or to improve your health? This vegetable can not only be found in salads or soups. In fact, it can be easily included in other dishes.

Discover in this article which are the best beet remedies for different health disorders. Keep reading!

Beets or beets

Beets are part of the Chenopodiaceae family. They make up about 1,400 species of plants, mostly herbaceous, that belong to coastal areas and temperate sites. It is native to Europe.

Also known as beets, beets are deep-rooted and fleshy. Its root can be eaten raw or cooked, although its properties are enhanced when raw. When cooking it is recommended to leave the skin and then remove it. It is ideal for preparing salads and juices.

The beet fruit can range from reddish to purple in color. Its leaves are also edible and taste very similar to spinach.

Its natural pigment is usually extracted to decorate other foods, such as ice cream, smoothies, some soups and even alcoholic beverages. Its reddish color is very attractive to the eye and whets the appetite.

Beet benefits

• Its components generate nitric oxide in the stomach, which helps reduce high blood pressure.
• It also has a large amount of folate and folic acid that prevents malformations in babies and heart disease.
• It also contains a high level of fiber, soluble and insoluble.
• It has very few calories, as it is made up of water and carbohydrates.
• It falls into the category of laxatives and prevents constipation.
• It is considered a diuretic food due to its high potassium content.
• It is also low in sodium which favors the elimination of liquids.

Beetroot remedies

1. Hypertension

Beets are rich in antioxidants. Therefore, it helps  improve blood circulation . One of the beet remedies that you can opt for is the following:

Ingredients

• 3 medium beets
• 1 glass with mineral water (200 ml)

Preparation

• First wash the beets very well.
• Next,  cut them into small pieces and put them in the blender glass.
• Finally, pour in the mineral water and beat until a juice forms.
• Serve to taste and enjoy.

2. Anemia

This vegetable is a great source of vitamin C, iron, and folate. Therefore, it strengthens the immune system.  

Ingredients

• 1 medium beet
• 1 large tomato
• 2 carrots
• ½ red pepper (50 g)
• 1 glass of water (200 ml)

Preparation

• The first thing you have to do to prepare this shake is to wash the ingredients very well.
• Then you can already cut them into small pieces.
• Then put them in the blender.
• To finish, beat for 1 minute and serve.

3. Rhinitis

Among the most popular beet remedies is this recipe that includes eucalyptus leaves. It is very good since beets  contain betaine.

This nutrient contributes to the protection of cells, enzymes and proteins. In addition, when inhaled, it has an expectorant effect.

Ingredients

• 1 beet
• 5 eucalyptus leaves (10 g)
• 4 cups of water (1 liter)

Preparation

• First, chop the beets into small squares. Do the same with the eucalyptus leaves.
• Then bring the water to a boil and add the beets. Then add the eucalyptus and let it simmer for a while.
• Finally, remove from the heat and spread a towel over your head as a tent. This with the aim of directly inhaling the vapor.
• Now bring your head closer, very cautiously, so you don’t burn yourself. It is recommended to repeat it 1 time a week before sleeping.

4. Elimination of toxins

The combination of antioxidants with the high level of fiber favors the elimination of toxins. In addition, it improves lymphatic circulation.

Ingredients

• 1 beet
• 1 stick of celery (55 g)
• ½ apple (75 g)
• 1 glass of water (200 ml)

Preparation

• First wash the ingredients very well.
• Next, cut the apple, celery, and beets into small pieces.
• Then put all the vegetables in the blender. Pour in the water and beat until you get a homogeneous mixture.
• You can drink this mixture at least  10 minutes before each meal.

5. Cough syrup

The union of beet and honey allows us to have the perfect syrup,  since the well-known antibacterial and disinfectant properties of honey have an expectorant power. While the beet oxygenates and purifies.

Ingredients

• 1 beet
• 2 tablespoons of honey (30 g)

Preparation

• First, cut the beet in half.
• Next, make a hole in the center of the two halves.
• Now fill in the gaps with the honey.
• Next, cook the two halves in the oven for 10 minutes until soft.
• Before eating let them cool down.
• Finally, you can eat them and you will notice how the cough decreases.