Botwina … who among us does not know what it is. Spring aromas most associated with childhood in the form of a delicious soup with young beetroot leaves. They always conquer our hearts when we start days filled with sunny rays. We can eat it in the form of soup, cold soup for hotter days, but we also use beetroot for stuffing, salads and even meat dishes. Extremely diverse applications make it more and more often appreciated in simple kitchens as well as in high-end restaurants. It becomes an inspiration.Botwina is an ideal dish for people who care about the line. At the same time very nutritious; contains a lot of potassium, magnesium and calcium. After carrots, it ranks second in the ranking for the content of vitamin A, i.e. our beta carotene, so necessary for us to ensure a beautiful tan, as well as an important mineral for eyesight. Pectin contained in beets helps to lower bad cholesterol. Fiber found in botwina in large quantities ensures our intestines to function properly. Young beets in the form of botwina support liver problems. They also relieve heartburn and hyperacidity.
As a curiosity and scientific truth, it was discovered that beets contain hormones similar to those of women, i.e. estrogens, and affect the condition of the skin and its youthful appearance. Botwina it is also recommended as an ingredient of a diet for diabetics because it naturally raises blood sugar levels.
Due to the very high concentration of iron, it is recommended for people who have anemia. It quickly and effectively replenishes the lack of this important mineral after surgery related to the loss of a large amount of blood, supports strengthening after bleeding ulcers. Vitamins from group B, which in a very large composition has in itself chard support in the fight against stress, facilitates concentration.
Young beets in the form of botwina contain a lot of antioxidants from the group of flavonoids and anthocyanins that protect our cells against cancer. Botwina it is also recommended as a means of supporting healthy and restful sleep. Perfect for consumption during infections and colds. Thanks to the content of vitamin C, which helps in the fight against microbes, and also strengthens immunity. It makes blood vessels more elastic, supports good circulation.Botwina it also perfectly deacidifies the body and helps to maintain the correct acid-base balance of the body. When it comes to beauty, botwina contains biotin, one of the B vitamins, which has a very positive effect on the regulation of the sebaceous glands in our skin. When preparing dishes with beetroot, remember that due to the large amount of oxalic acid, it flushes out calcium and affects the formation of stones in the kidneys. Therefore, let’s always add cheese, milk, yogurt or other calcium-rich supplements to it. As we can see chard is a natural cocktail of health benefits. It is worth using the gifts that the summer-spring season gives us and enjoy the wonderful taste of soups, salads and various types of snacks with this ingredient. In the spring, let’s experiment with these Polish well-known vegetables, which are beets in the form of botwina.