PantryPic #237: Beets

-Organic Beets.
-Nitric Oxide content allows blood vessels to relax, aiding diabetics and those with high blood pressure.
-Beets help to lower inflammation, detoxify, and combat breast, prostate, and pancreatic cancers.
-Beets have the highest sugar content of any vegetable, so be mindful as you follow your Nutrition Plan.
(Fermented Beets may be a much better option since the sugar is eliminated during fermentation).
-Beets provide a boost of nitric oxide that can increase muscular strength and endurance.
(One study showed heart failure patients were able to increase muscular capacity by 13%).
-Peak performance occurs when beets are consumed 2-3 hours before exercise.
(However, the beneficial response can be negated if you alter your mouth bacteria by using mouthwash or chewing gum.)

-Beets are great raw in a Salad, Roasted with some Avocado Oil & Rosemary, or consumed as a healthy Beet Root Juice.
-Can also use the Beet Greens in your salad and sautée recipes since they contain even more beneficial properties.
-Use caution when cutting and cooking with Beets since their juice can easily stain clothing and surfaces.
(You can place a piece of parchment paper or brown paper on your cutting board prior to cutting in order to avoid staining.)

Note: Don’t be alarmed since Beets can even stain your feces red. 

Kale, Red Cabbage, Beets, & Goat Feta
Fermented Beets offer Gut-Health benefits and virtually no sugar!
Roasted Beets in Avocado Oil (can add Rosemary or Thyme)
Roasted Beets tossed with Kale, Goat Feta, & Walnuts

 There is no shortage of ways to incorporate Beets into your healthy diet: