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Food Profile
Beets
Score: 2/10Anti-Inflammatory
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Beets are rich in betalains (the pigment that gives them their deep red color) and nitrates, both of which have anti-inflammatory properties and support cardiovascular health.
Benefits
- Betalains have strong anti-inflammatory effects
- Nitrates support blood flow and exercise performance
- Good source of folate and manganese
- Support liver detoxification
- May lower blood pressure
Concerns
- High in natural sugars compared to other vegetables
- Can cause harmless red urine (beeturia)
- Oxalate content — caution for kidney stones
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Key Nutrients
BetalainsNitratesFolateManganesePotassiumVitamin C
Serving Size
1 cup (136g) cooked
Tips
Roast for the best flavor. Raw beet juice is popular for athletic performance. Don't throw away beet greens — they're highly nutritious. Golden beets have similar benefits with less staining.
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