The Bull stops here

Beetroot over recent years has had plenty of research undertaken to discover its health benefits. The elderley and sufferes of heart conditions may feel the wellbeing of this juice as it may also help lower blood pressure; plus it is a great source of Potassium.

Currently people are very aware of Beetroot juice that can be drunk, and it actually tastes pretty good.

Research carried out at Exter University asked eight men between the age of 19 and 38 to drink 500ml of beetroot juice for six days before a series of bike tests. On a sepearte occassion they were also asked to drink a placebo (black currant cordial) of the same amount. The studies showed men were ablt to extend their cycling time by just over 11 minutes. Plus blood pressure had also lowered.

It is thought that the juice contains high levels of nitrate which turns into nitric oxide in the body; less oxygen is needed by the muscles so they are able to work harder for longer.

• Increases stamina
• Helps you general health and fitness
• May help reduce cholesterol levels
• Nervous system
• Reduces water retention

Beeteroot is known to contain Polyphenols and fibre which all help the cholesterol level. Beetroot doesn;t have to be bought from a jar or from the salad bar ready prepared, it can also be cooked bu boiling it, barbequed, steaming and roasting.

Research Updated: 3rd November 2011.