Beet juice is a refreshing superfood drink that has been gaining popularity among health-conscious consumers. Made from the taproot of the Beta vulgaris plant, a reddish-purple vegetable (different-colored varieties exist) that contains high amounts of water (87%) and electrolytes, beet juice offers excellent hydration as well as nutrition. [1]
Raw organic beetroot is a good source of dietary fiber, B-complex vitamins, vitamin C and the five main electrolytes that help maintain your body’s fluid balance, namely sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium and chloride. [2] It also provides an abundance of other essential minerals, such as manganese, phosphorus, iron, copper, selenium and zinc. [3]
With its impressive nutritional profile, beet juice is an amazing superfood addition to a healthy and well-balanced diet. While beets naturally have an earthy, slightly sweet taste that some people find intense, you can easily adjust the flavor of beet juice by adding fresh fruits like apple and citrus, and warm spices like ginger. [4]
Organic beet juice is now available in powder form, which makes it even easier to incorporate into your daily routine. Enjoy it on its own, mixed into yogurt, smoothies and juices, or added to baked desserts. Whichever way you choose, beet juice powder is sure to bring not just color and added flavor to your meals, but also a whole lot of wellness benefits.
5 Healthy Reasons to Drink Organic Beet Juice Daily*
If you’re curious about what beet juice brings to the table, you are not alone—researchers are, too. The mountain of research done on beets, beet juice and their health-supporting properties is proof of that. Thanks to their years of hard work, we now have vast insights into the science behind beet juice’s reported benefits.
Here’s what makes organic beet juice a great everyday superfood for supporting overall health and wellness:
Delivers powerful antioxidants*
In addition to its vitamin C content—vitamin C being a powerful free radical neutralizer—beetroot also contains plenty of antioxidant pigments. According to a study published in the journal Agriculture, the color of beetroots, which ranges from deep red to golden yellow, is due to water-soluble, nitrogen-containing compounds called betalains. These betalains consist of the red-violet betacyanins (betanin, isobetanin and neobetanin) and the yellow betaxanthins (vulgaxanthin I, vulgaxanthin II, indicaxanthin and miraxanthin). Beetroot’s color varies depending on the ratios of these natural colorants. [5]
Betalains show high antioxidant activity in studies, scavenging free radicals and inhibiting the oxidation of fats, a common cause of oxidative stress. Betacyanins, particularly the compound betanin responsible for beetroot’s characteristic red color, are stronger antioxidants than betaxanthins, making red beets superior to other varieties in terms of antioxidant capacity. [6]
Beets are also a good source of beta-carotene, an antioxidant carotenoid known for its role as a vitamin A precursor. While beta-carotene in beetroots is mainly concentrated in the leafy tops, the roots contain decent amounts of this red-orange pigment. [7] Studies show that beta-carotene’s potent antioxidant activities help support your body’s natural antioxidant defense system. [8]
Supports the body’s natural defenses*
Supporting your body’s natural defenses means providing your immune system with the nutrients it needs to function optimally. These essential nutrients include vitamins A, C and D, zinc, selenium, iron and protein. [9] You can get all these nutrients and more by drinking a glass of organic beet juice daily.
Beets are a decent source of vitamin C and beta-carotene, which can be converted into vitamin A inside your body. Beets also provide protein (4% of the Daily Value, DV), zinc (4% of the DV), selenium (2% of the DV) and iron (6% of the DV) per cup (136 grams, g), making beet juice an excellent daily source of nutrients for immune health.
Supports healthy digestion*
Drinking beet juice is good for digestion because it contains dietary fiber. According to a study published in the journal Food Hydrocolloids, the fiber in red beets is largely insoluble. [10] Insoluble fiber supports bowel regularity by speeding up the movement of food through your digestive tract. [11]
According to the study, the fiber in red beets is a unique type that combines insoluble components with pectin, a highly soluble fiber found in many fruits. This type not only exhibits the same properties typical of insoluble fiber but can also serve as a prebiotic, meaning it can feed the good bacteria in your gut. This means you get double digestive benefits when you drink organic beet juice.
Supports optimal physical performance*
There’s a good reason why beet juice is highly recommended for athletes and physically active individuals: beetroots are rich in inorganic nitrates, which the body converts into nitric oxide (NO). NO is known for supporting normal muscle contractions, blood flow and endurance. [12]
As reported by a study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, drinking organic beet juice is a great way to support your body’s normal resynthesis of phosphocreatine, a chemical that provides energy to your muscles during contraction. [13] Making organic beet juice a daily habit can help you maintain healthy NO levels for optimal performance and efficient workouts.
Naturally uplifts mood*
Choline is a nutrient naturally produced by the liver in small quantities. Because this amount is not enough to meet your daily requirements, you need to supplement it with choline from foods. Choline is a key participant in many biological processes, including mood and memory. [14] As such, foods that provide choline, such as organic beet juice, can naturally support a positive mood.
What’s more, beet juice also contains the amino acid tryptophan, which serves as a precursor to the mood-stabilizing hormone serotonin. [15]
Where to get clean, lab-verified Organic Freeze-Dried Beetroot Juice Powder
Organic beet juice is an incredibly nutritious and hydrating drink that offers many wellness benefits. Enjoy this superfood to support your overall health and well-being with Groovy Bee® Organic Freeze-Dried Beet Juice Powder from the Health Ranger Store.
Made from the fresh taproots of Beta vulgaris plants grown under strict organic standards, our premium organic beet juice powder is the product of modern freeze-drying technology, which allows us to extend the shelf life of fresh beetroots without compromising their rich nutrient and phytonutrient content.
Groovy Bee® Organic Freeze-Dried Beet Juice Powder is also loaded with minerals and electrolytes that can help keep you hydrated and maintain healthy fluid balance. Because it’s in a convenient powder form, you can easily add it to a glass of water or to your favorite drinks to enjoy the nutritional benefits of clean, high-quality organic beets.
Groovy Bee® Organic Freeze-Dried Beet Juice Powder is vegan, non-GMO, non-China, and certified Kosher and organic. It contains no artificial colors or flavors, processing aids, excipients or carriers, and is lab-verified for cleanliness and purity. It is also meticulously lab tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to treat, cure or diagnose any diseases.
References
[1] https://www.healthline.com
[2] https://www.sciencedirect.com
[3] https://www.nutritionvalue.org
[4] https://www.themediterraneandish.com
[5] https://www.mdpi.com
[6] https://www.mdpi.com
[7] https://columbiasurgery.org
[8] https://www.mdpi.com
[9] https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu
[10] https://www.sciencedirect.com
[11] https://www.ucsfhealth.org
[12] https://www.mdpi.com
[13] https://link.springer.com
[14] https://ods.od.nih.gov
[15] https://www.tandfonline.com
