They’re low in calories yet high in valuable vitamins and minerals. In fact, they contain a bit of almost all of the vitamins and minerals your body needs
Beets have been well studied for their ability to decrease elevated blood pressure levels, which are a major risk factor for heart disease
Nitrates appear to affect physical performance by improving the efficiency of mitochondria, which are responsible for producing energy in your cells
This could benefit several aspects of health, as chronic inflammation has been associated with conditions like obesity, heart disease, liver disease, and cancer
This can promote digestive health, keep you regular, and prevent digestive conditions like constipation, inflammatory bowel disease (IBS), and diverticulitis
The nitrates in beets may improve brain function by promoting the dilation of blood vessels and thus increasing blood flow to the brain
Although more research is needed, test-tube studies have shown that beetroot extract can slow the division and growth of cancer cells