This is why you should include beetroot in your diet this spring

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How to include beetroot in your diet?

Yanamandra said that one can include it in the form of beetroot soup, beetroot fry, beetroot curry, and beetroot cold-pressed juice with ginger for spring. “Cooked ones are easy to digest and lighter.”

 

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What benefits does it have during spring?

Dr Neeti Sharma, senior consultant, nutrition and dietetics, Marengo Asia Hospitals, Gurugram said beetroot is a tasty and nutritious addition to your springtime meals when added to salads, smoothies, or as a side dish. Dr Sharma listed the health benefits of having beetroot during springtime:

1. Rich in nutrients: It is full of vital minerals and vitamins that support general health, such as potassium, vitamin C, and folate.

2. Enhanced blood flow: Beetroot’s nitrate concentration may aid in blood vessel dilatation, enhancing blood flow and perhaps decreasing blood pressure.

3. Heart health: Eating beetroot regularly has been linked to lowered cardiovascular disease risk factors, including better cholesterol levels, said Dr Sharma.

4. High fibre: Beetroot promotes a healthy digestive tract by facilitating easy digestion and avoiding constipation.

5. Detox: Dr Sharma mentioned that it helps in liver detoxification processes, helping the body to eliminate harmful toxins more efficiently.

6. Weight loss and management: Beetroot, being high in fibre and low in calories, can make a filling and healthy match to any diet that focuses on weight loss.