Beets or beetroots, as they are often called, belong to the Chenopodiaceous family. Their history stretches back to ancient times, and the earliest signs of their cultivation was approximately 4,000 years ago in the Mediterranean region. From there, they were probably transported to Babylon, and by the 9th century AD, they had made their way into Chinese culture and cuisine. They have long been associated with sexuality and have been used as an aphrodisiac for thousands of years.

Beets have such a wide range of health benefits because of their nutritional content, including vitamins, minerals, and organic compounds like carotenoids, lutein/zeaxanthin, glycine, betaine, dietary fiber, vitamin C, magnesium, iron, copper and phosphorus, while also being a source of beneficial flavonoids called anthocyanins. They are very low in calories, with no cholesterol, but they do have the highest sugar content of all vegetable



Possible health benefits of Red Beet Root

Beet fiber helps to reduce cholesterol and triglycerides by increasing the level of HDL cholesterol (“good” cholesterol).



Beets are good for pregnant women since they are a source of B vitamin folate which helps in the development of infant’s spinal column.





Betaines contained in beet juice stimulate the functions of the liver

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Beetroot is a source of vitamin C that helps to prevent asthma symptoms.

The natural beta carotene in beetroot also helps to prevent lungs cancer.

The presence of beta-carotene, which is a form of vitamin A, helps to prevent age-related blindness called cataracts as well as a reduction in macular degeneration that commonly occurs as we get older.

The flavonoids and vitamin-C in beets help to support the structure of capillaries.

Beets have been considered an aphrodisiac or sexual booster for millennia. This can lead to a boost in your libido, increased fertility, sperm mobility improvement, and a reduction in frigidity in the bedroom.

Beets contain a significant amount of carbohydrates that provides fuel for energy and prolonged sports activities.

The beta-carotene present in beetroot aids in reducing or slowing macular degeneration in the eyes. Macular degeneration is often associated with an increase in free radicals, which drastically affect the premature aging process of many people.




Preparation:



Put 1g of dry herb into 1 cup of boiling water. Leave to infuse for 5 minutes and stain.