Having an history of more than 4,000 years, beetroot is a commonly available vegetable. It is packed with nutrients like antioxidants, vitamin C, beta-carotene, folate, betaine, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, potassium. Keeping all its health nutrients and benefits in view, it is called a super food.

Those who seek to enhance their physical endurance, including beetroot can surely help. So, if you are not aware of the health benefits of beet juice then mentioned below are some of them.

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1.Manages High Blood Pressure

According to many pieces of research and studies, it has been noticed that people who drank eight ounces of beetroot juice on a daily basis showed fewer signs of diastolic and systolic blood pressure. The nitrate compound found in beetroots help in relaxing and widening the blood vessels which facilitates the smooth circulation of blood.

2.Improves Stamina

Beetroot was also found responsible for boosting performance during physical tasks. A study conducted on trained cyclists who daily drank two cups of beetroot juice showed better trial distance peddled in lesser time i.e 10-12 km more distance with 12 seconds saving time.

3.Weight Management

Beetroot contains no-fat and is lower in calories which gives you a better option to start a day. You can add beetroot in your breakfast regime to kick start your day in a healthy manner. Making this root vegetable an essential part of your daily diet can help in managing weight. It can also be a part of the weight-loss regime.

4.Prevents Cancer

Beet gets their blood-red color from a compound called betalaines. These betalines are actually the water-soluble anti-oxidants. And, anti-oxidants helps in fighting the free-radicals which cause cancer. Hence the betalines scavenges cancer causing free-radicals and prevents you from this incurable disease.

5.Good source of other Minerals

Our body needs different minerals to function properly. Every organ system of our body requires some minerals to keep going. And as mentioned above, beetroot is a super or complete food which is rich in so many minerals.

Mentioned below are the minerals found in beetroot.

1. Iron
2. Calcium
3. Manganese
4. Magnesium
5. Phosphorous
6. Zinc
7. Selenium
8. Sodium
9. Copper
10. Selenium

Precautions

Besides all the sports nutrition, for an athlete or a normal person who is physically active, beetroot is indeed of great significance .

But, there are certain points that you need to know before including it into the diet regime.

1) Expectancy of beeturia, a harmless effect but you might feel strange for noticing your urine and stools turning red.

2) People who want to a healthy heart by consuming beetroots then it is advised to inspect your blood pressure regularly. Low blood pressure people might experience a drastic drop in blood pressure if they continue to drink beetroot juice or consume beetroot in other forms.

3)Never include beetroot in your diet if you are a calcium oxalate prone. Beets are rich in oxalates, a compound which can form crystals in urine which can further lead in the formation of stones.

The above mentioned are 5 health benefits of beet juice that can better your endurance. Read all the benefits and the cautious points and then start consuming it. It is always advised to start with a less frequency and for the rest, you be the judge.