Beets are one of the most common and common vegetable crops in our latitudes. The root crop has a number of useful, even healing properties for the body. This article will tell you in detail about this, as well as about the possible harm to the fetus.

Calorie content and chemical composition

Beets grown in environmentally friendly conditions have a rich chemical composition. The fruit is full of vitamins and minerals, which are vital for our body, especially in the autumn-winter period.

Did you know? The ancient Greeks revered beets so much that they gave each other silver copies of the fruit as a sign of gratitude for any actions.

Table of nutritional value and chemical composition:

What is the use of red beets

• Regular use of beets is useful for many body systems:
• betaine and tryptophan support the nervous system, improve mood and well-being;
• antioxidants and vitamins strengthen our immunity, support appearance (skin, hair);
• fiber contained in the root crop helps to digest roughage, removes toxins from the body;
• Vitamin B group improves the blood-forming system, cardiac activity, regulates the amount of cholesterol in the blood;
• the product strengthens the genitourinary system, liver and kidneys;
• It is the prevention of anemia by regulating the amount of hemoglobin;
• magnesium and potassium strengthen the heart and blood vessels, improving their elasticity;
• it is useful for older people to use beets as a prevention of atherosclerosis;
• the minimum calorie content of the fetus was noted by people who want to lose weight.

For men

According to world medical statistics, the age of men who encounter specific diseases is rapidly decreasing. Up to 40% of men 35–40 years old suffer from sexual dysfunctions, prostate tumors are registered in 60% of men after 50 years.

Eating beets helps alleviate health problems:

• regulates the adrenal glands and the production of sex hormones, including testosterone;
• in men, sexual activity increases, the activity of reproductive function improves;
• arginine and betacyanin in the fetus are known for their antitumor effects, so freshly squeezed juice is recommended for men to prevent prostate adenoma;
• smokers and drinkers will help cleanse the body of toxins, help cope with a hangover syndrome;
• minerals and vitamins improve metabolic processes, help to produce the energy necessary for heavy physical exertion.

For women

The female body undergoes a number of changes throughout life. Beets can help cope with many problems and alleviate painful conditions:

a) menstrual cycle:

• decrease in pain symptoms;
• normalization of the hormonal background;
• strengthening the nervous system;
• support for the work of reproductive organs;

b) pregnancy:

• saturation with vitamins and minerals;
• prevention of fetal hypoxia;
• hormonal stabilization;
• strengthening the bones of the expectant mother;
• formation of bone and muscle tissue in the fetus;
• elimination of constipation;
• anxiety reduction;

Important! It is useful for women to use the product in the presence of gynecological problems: the active substances in the composition help fight infections of the genitourinary system.

c) menopause:

• relief of the symptoms of “tides” and “ebbs”;
• strengthening the nervous system;
• normalization of sweat glands;
• prevention of the formation of atypical cells.

For children

The smallest product is useful as a prevention of rickets. The product will bring a lot of useful properties to kindergarteners and schoolchildren:

• improved attention span;
• stimulates the function of memorization and assimilation of material;
• strengthen the central nervous system;
• will give the necessary physical energy;
• activates the formation of hormonal background;
• positive effect on visual acuity;
• will serve as a prevention of iodine deficiency, the common cold;
• will strengthen the immune system.

In the absence of allergies, root food mashed potatoes can be introduced from 6 months in small portions.

Contraindications and harm

• The product is contraindicated in such conditions:
• gastritis or an ulcer in an acute form;
• urolithiasis disease;
• severe form of diabetes.

The product contains a large amount of sugars and acids, so diabetics and people with high acidity of gastric juice should use the product with caution, preferably after consultation with their doctor.

Is it possible to eat raw

Raw beets, as well as its juice, favorably affect the metabolic processes in the body. The active substances in the raw product are the prevention of many diseases:

• osteoporosis;
• atherosclerosis;
• the formation of pathogenic cells;
• Alzheimer's disease;
• blood clots;
• myocardial infarction;
• hypertension
• cirrhosis of the liver.

It should be borne in mind that calcium coming from a raw product is not completely absorbed. Therefore, in the presence of osteoporosis and other diseases of the skeletal system, a raw fetus is contraindicated. You should not abuse freshly squeezed juice for blood diseases, this can cause vasospasm.

Application

Due to the large number of useful components in the composition, the root crop is used not only in cooking, it is successfully used in medicine, nutrition, cosmetology.

In cooking

Beets can be called a universal product: it is consumed raw and after heat treatment, combining with many ingredients.

Excellent taste is manifested in such combinations:

a) protein products:

• meat;
• bird;
• fish;

b) vegetables and fruits:

• corn;
• potatoes;
• other root crops;
• zucchini;
• garlic;
• onion;
• legumes;
• an Apple;
• lemon;
• dried fruits;

c) spices and sauces:

• all kinds of vegetable oils;
• tomato sauce;
• mayonnaise;
• cinnamon;
• curry;
• turmeric;
• caraway;
• thyme;
• fenugreek and dill seeds;
• nutmeg.

Important! It is not recommended to combine beets with dairy products: this is fraught with flatulence and indigestion.

In the home kitchen and restaurant menu, the root crop is an ingredient in many dishes:

• the first - borsch, botvini, okroshka;
• second - snacks, salads, vegetable patties and casseroles;
• Dessert - ice cream, puddings, marmalade.

The saturated color of the root crop is used in the food industry as a dye. In production conditions, a coloring powder is prepared from the fruit, and at home, cooks use juice squeezed from the pulp.

Video: 3 delicious and simple beet recipes

In folk medicine

Broths, infusions are cooked from the root crop and its tops, freshly squeezed juice is used.

Important! Freshly squeezed beet juice is recommended to be consumed not in its pure form, but diluted with other juices (carrot, celery root).

Prepared drugs help to cope with a large list of ailments:

• runny nose;
• sore throat;
• anemia
• vitamin deficiency;
• digestive problems;
• diseases of the urinary organs;
• hypertension
• thrombophlebitis.

To restore liver function make a decoction:

1. The grated vegetable is simmered over low heat until the broth becomes thick.
2. The resulting syrup is filtered through cheesecloth.
3. Drink for 2 weeks, 100 ml, 3 times a day before meals.

Drops are prepared from the common cold:

1. Freshly squeezed juice is mixed with honey in a ratio of 1: 2.
2. Bury the nose 3-4 times a day for 3-5 drops.
3. The course of treatment is 5-7 days.

From a sore throat, rinsing helps:

1. Mix beetroot juice and apple cider vinegar 200 ml / 15 ml.
2. The mixture is gargled (without swallowing) 3-4 times a day.
3. The course of treatment is individual until the painful symptoms pass.

Did you know? Famous healers of antiquity Dioxide, Hippocrates, Avicenna in their medical treatises left many medical prescriptions based on beets.

In cosmetology

Beetroot is a source of many vitamins and minerals used in cosmetology to maintain youthful skin of the face, hands and body, for proper care of them.

Beet-based masks have a number of unique cosmetic properties:

• rejuvenate the skin at the cellular level;
• moisturize and nourish the skin and hair;
• restore hair follicles;
• eliminate dandruff;
• soften rough skin;
• regulate the work of the sebaceous glands;
• regulate the production of melanin;
• eliminate swelling and circles under the eyes;
• help fight acne and acne.

Whitening mask:

1. Grate raw potatoes and beets on a fine grater (20 g each).
2. Add 1 tbsp. l milk (3.6% fat).
3. Apply a warm composition to cleansed skin, hold for 10 minutes.
4. Rinse with warm water and apply a nourishing cream.
5. Apply no more than 2 times a week.

Composition for cleansing skin pores:

1. 5 g of seaweed pour mineral (non-carbonated) water.
2. While the algae swell, grate the root crop (10 g).
3. Stir the ingredients and add 2-3 drops of lemon essential oil.
4. Apply for 5-7 minutes once a week, rinse with warm water.

Tightening mask for facial contours:

1. Mix 1 tbsp. grated beet pulp with 2 tbsp. starch.
2. Add 3 drops of avocado essential oil, 8 drops of vitamin E. to the mixture.
3. Apply on face and neck for 15 minutes. If you feel a burning sensation, rinse with warm water before.
4. You can apply once a week.

Video: beetroot face mask

Often people do not pay attention or do not know all the useful properties of familiar products. Ordinary beets can be a life-saving and preventative measure against a number of diseases. However, do not forget about the possible harm of the product, do not abuse it.