BEET ROOT

Beetroot is a great source of nitrates, soluble fibres, flavanoids and betacyanin, a phytonutrient pigments. Beetroot is known to contain large amounts of soluble fibres, flavanoids and betacyanin. Beetroot is packed with mineral silica, an important component for the body to use calcium efficiently. Two types of betalain compounds, betalin and vulgaxanthin, are high in anti-oxidants and also have anti inflammatory effects. The epoxy xanthophyll carotenoids in beetroot help support the body nervous system, as well. Beetroot also contains trace amounts of amino acids, which help to build proteins in the body.