The Superfood For Body and Brain - Beetroots!
If you're over 50 and seeking that radiant, youthful glow, you might be surprised to learn that the secret lies not just in topical treatments, but in the vibrant goodness of what you eat. While our organic skincare treatments at Parisian's Pure Indulgence play a vital role in achieving healthy, youthful-looking skin – and protecting your skin from those crucial UV rays is paramount – the foundation of a vibrant appearance starts from within.
Beetroots: Your Internal Beauty & Brain Booster
Superfoods like beetroots to the rescue! Researchers are continually uncovering the incredible anti-aging and overall health benefits of a common garden vegetable – beetroot. Renowned dermatologist, Dr. Mark Rosenberg, highlights the profound impact of beets and beet juice on our skin, eyes, heart, and brain. Packed with a potent cocktail of antioxidants, carotenoids, folate (Vitamin B9), fiber, iron, manganese, potassium, and Vitamin C, beetroots are a nutritional powerhouse.
Juicing beetroots
The most effective way to harness the incredible nutrients of beets is by juicing them raw, including their leafy stems. For those who find the taste of beets a bit earthy, don't worry! There are delicious ways to camouflage the flavor in your juices. Try blending beets with cucumber, ginger, and green apples (for that added pectin!).
Beetroots for Brain Health
But the wonders of beetroots extend far beyond the surface! Regularly incorporating beets into our diets may even help ward off early dementia. This is thanks to the high concentration of magical natural chemicals called nitrates found in beetroots. When we consume high-nitrate foods, beneficial bacteria in our mouths convert these nitrates into nitrite. Research indicates that nitrites can help open up blood vessels throughout the body, significantly increasing blood flow. This improved blood flow to the brain is crucial in slowing down age-related conditions like dementia. You can explore more about the amazing brain benefits of beets at the Women's Brain Health Initiative.
Furthermore, whfoods.org reports on two other significant potential health benefits associated with beets: anti-cancer properties and fiber-related benefits.
The unique combination of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory molecules in beets makes them a promising candidate for reducing the risk of various cancer types, a possibility supported by lab studies on human tumor cells.
So, ditch those memories of nasty canned beets! Juicing raw beets with other delicious vegetables is a game-changer.
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