Beet juice – properties, contraindications. Recipes for beetroot juice [WE EXPLAIN]

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Red beets have recently returned to favor. Thanks to their properties, they have a positive effect on our body. Beet juice, which is very easy to prepare, has become especially popular. What are the properties of beetroot juice? In what amounts should you drink it and how to prepare it? Here is the necessary information.

1. Beetroot contains many beneficial nutrients, incl. a long list of vitamins and minerals
2. Beetroot juice has antibacterial and antiparasitic properties. It raises the number of red blood cells, thus preventing anemia
3. Drinking beetroot juice regularly helps to lower blood pressure and regulate sugar levels
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Beet juice – ingredients

Red beets (beetroots) are tasty and very popular vegetables in Poland, which are eaten in many different forms – in soup, as salad, baked, as an addition to meat dishes and in the form of beetroot (beetroot combined with horseradish). Rarely, however, beets are eaten raw, because they are quite firm and have a slightly earthy taste. And raw beetroot is the healthiest and contains a wealth of vitamins and minerals. It is a good idea then drinking beet juice (beetroot juice) squeezed from fresh beetroot.

Red beet is a source of protein, sugar and various nutrients important for the body. Beets contain substances with antibacterial, antifungal and antiparasitic properties. The vitamins and minerals found in beets are:

1. B vitamins, including vitamin B9 (folic acid),
2. vitamins C, A, E and K,
3. iron,
4. potassium,
5. magnesium,
6. calcium,
7. Phosphor,
8. copper,
9. chlor,
10. fluor,
11. zinc,
12. bor,
13. bed,
14. molybdenum.

In addition, beetroot juice also includes organic acids, primarily malic acid, citric acid, tartaric acid and oxalic acid. Beet juice also contains polyphenols, carotenoids and glycosides, including betanin, which is the red color of beetroot, which is very valuable. Beet juice is also a source of fiber.

Beet juice is part of the Ecological convalescent juice, which strengthens the entire body after a disease, but also has a preventive effect. Also try beetroot juice + cordyceps + reishi – a pre-training Terranova powder complex, a portion of which is simply mixed with a glass of water.

Ingredients such as magnesium and potassium are also found in supplements such as capsules with red beet root extract. The preparation is available in the Medonet Market offer.

Beet juice – properties

The properties of beetroot for the human body are invaluable. Due to its rich composition, beetroot juice is especially recommended for people suffering from anemia. The presence of iron and B vitamins has a beneficial effect on the circulatory system and the formation of red blood cells. The substances in beetroot juice lower blood pressure and have a positive effect on cholesterol levels. They also widen the lumen of blood vessels, which is particularly important in the prevention of atherosclerotic changes. They reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, including stroke, ischemic heart disease and myocardial infarction.

Beet juice has antioxidant, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties it owes the betanin it contains. For this reason, it is recommended for all infections (bacterial and viral) and inflammations. Beetroot juice is especially recommended for cough (both dry and wet), it soothes discomfort associated with it, strengthens the immune system and improves the condition of the body, including the appearance of the skin. Regular consumption of beetroot juice slows down the aging process of the body.

It is also worth reaching for beetroot juice while losing weight. It improves metabolism and helps to cleanse the body of harmful products produced during metabolic processes. Additionally, it is low in calories – 100 ml of beetroot juice has only 45 kcal. Red beet obtains its cleansing properties thanks to the presence of fiber – its content means that drinking a glass of beetroot juice will make you forget about the feeling of hunger for a long time.

Beet juice has properties supporting the nervous system thanks to the B vitamins present in it. In beetroots there are also nitrates, which transform into nitric oxide during metabolic processes, which improves the blood supply to the muscles and improves the body’s efficiency, which is especially useful for people who are actively practicing sports.

In addition, beetroot juice:

1. lowers blood cholesterol,
2. protects the liver against toxins,
3. prevents strokes and heart attacks,
4. relieves emotional tension, symptoms of neurosis and depression,
5. regulates the sleep cycle,
6. supports concentration,
7. improves the endurance of the body,
8. it is helpful during menopause – it reduces hot flashes and migraine headaches,
9. in the treatment of diabetes. The glycemic index of beet is 30. Drinking beetroot juice is recommended for diabetics, because it restores the acid-base balance in the body disturbed in the course of diabetes,
10. it works similarly to Viagra – boron, which is contained in beets, is closely related to the production of sex hormones.

Red beet juice, due to the presence of folic acid, is recommended for pregnant women, because it has a positive effect on their health and the child’s development (especially the development of their nervous system). Beet juice in pregnancy also brings relief to women who struggle with constipation and heartburn. In addition, beets during pregnancy are especially recommended to women who are struggling with anemia.

Beetroot can be taken to support the circulatory system not only in the form of juice. Medonet Market offers, for example, red beetroot powder, which can be added to dishes, or beetroot forte with iron and vitamin C for the circulatory system – a dietary supplement in the form of capsules.

Contraindications to drinking beetroot juice

Beet juice, although very healthy, cannot be consumed by everyone without exception. There is a contraindication to drinking it rheumatism , kidney stones and gout since beetroot contains oxalates, which can aggravate the symptoms of these diseases. Juice should also not be consumed by people with low blood pressure, as it can cause hypotension over a long period of time. As with all food products, you should exercise moderation and common sense when drinking beetroot juice, but there are no documented contraindications for drinking it in any quantity, even daily.

If in doubt about your dietary choices, make an e-appointment with a dietitian. In this way, you will remotely get advice on the menu or diet in specific diseases.

You can also add herbs such as parsley, basil and mint, ginger and lemon juice – this will increase its taste and nutritional value.

The properties of the juices will be almost the same, but it is recommended that the juice be prepared from raw beetroot. Here are some beetroot juice recipes:

Beetroot juice – a classic recipe

You will need: raw beet (several pieces)

Preparation: peel the beetroot, cut it and put it in a juicer or a slow juicer. Everything should be mixed, then the juice should be put in the fridge and wait about 30 minutes. After the time has elapsed, it can be eaten.

You can also buy ready-made beetroot juice 100% Szczepanówka.

Carrot and beet juice

You will need: raw beetroot (a few pieces), carrots (a few pieces) – it all depends on the amount of prepared juice

Preparation: The beetroot and carrots should be washed, peeled and cut into small pieces. Then, put everything into a juicer or a slow juicer. After obtaining the juice, for 30 minutes. put in the fridge. After this time, you can consume the juice.

Apple juice with beetroot and 100% carrots is available on Medonet Market.

Beet and apple juice

This juice has a slightly milder sakura, which gives it apple juice. The properties of this juice are invaluable in detoxifying the body.

You will need: raw beetroot (a few), apples (several), a teaspoon of lemon juice, two slices of ginger

Preparation: peel beets, apples and ginger, cut into small pieces and put into a juicer or a slow juicer. After getting the juice, add lemon juice and let it stand for 30 minutes. into the fridge. After this time, it can be eaten.

Ready Apple Juice with Beet 100% can be found at Medonet Market.

Pickled beet juice

Unlike previous juices, this recipe will require pickled beets. Their properties are the same as those of raw beetroot, but it is mainly recommended for people with low red blood cells (anemia).

You will need: A few pieces of raw beetroot

Preparation: Place 0,5 kg of washed, peeled and sliced ​​raw beets in a stoneware pot and pour a liter of boiled water. We also add the crust of wholemeal bread (no preservatives), garlic, a spoonful of sugar and salt. Cover the dish with gauze and place it in a warm place. After 3-5 days we get beetroot juice, which should ferment, then it has to be poured into scalded bottles and put in the refrigerator.

You can find ready-made Ecological Pickled Beet Juice at Medonet Market. You can buy it separately or in a special Kit for healthy intestines, which, in addition to beetroot juice, includes: pumpkin seed oil, herbal tea.

Beet leaven

In addition to juice, you can also prepare beetroot leaven. Its properties are the same as in the case of beetroot juice.

You will need: 2 kg of red beets, 4 liters of boiled, cooled water, 5-8 cloves of garlic, 4-5 bay leaves, a few grains of allspice, 4 tablespoons of salt

Preparation: Scald a stoneware dish or a large jar. Peel the beets, cut them into thicker slices and arrange them in layers, arranging them with garlic and spices. The last layer should be beetroot. In the cooled water, dissolve the salt and pour the solution over the vegetables so that they are completely covered with it. Cover the dish and put it in a warm place for 5-7 days. After this time, strain the leaven, pour it into scalded bottles and keep it in the refrigerator.

You can buy Szczepanówka beetroot leaven at a favorable price on Medonet Market. In the store you can also buy:

1. Carrot sourdough with Bioherba beetroot in bottles of three different capacities or in a set of shots for 7 days,
2. Beet leaven with lemon, turmeric and ginger Bioherba also available in bottles of three different sizes or in a set of shots for 7 days – 100 ml each shot.

If someone does not like this form, he can dilute it with another vegetable or fruit juice or water according to the following scheme:

1. on the first day, drink about 1/5 of the amount of beetroot juice with 4/5 of the amount of water,
2. on the second day, drink 2/5 of the amount of beetroot juice with 3/5 of the amount of water,
3. On the third day, drink more beet juice and each next day, based on your own body’s observations, increase the dose of it, while reducing the amount of water.

Especially recommended is beetroot syrup for both dry and wet coughs. It can be used in children without any contraindications. Here’s how to make beetroot syrup:

You will need: sugar beets – a couple of pieces

Preparation: Peel the sugar beets and cut them into small pieces. Pour water and cook until completely disintegrated. This process may take several hours. As the water evaporates, it should be added. In the final stage, liquid should come out of them. Grayish at first, then dark brown. Then the syrup is ready.

Beetroot syrup with honey

You will need: red beetroots (3 pcs.) And honey (2 – 3 tablespoons)

Preparation: the red beets (they must be raw) should be grated on a fine-mesh grater. Then add honey and cook over low heat for about 20 minutes and wait until it cools down.

Generally speaking, there is no term leakage in the medical literature. Therefore, doctors do not use the above method. It is used only in alternative (unconventional) medicine.

Typically, most people have red colored urine which is only a sign that the color has passed into the urine.