The Vegetable That Can Be Risky After 60 (And The 5 That Really Protect Your Health)

vessels,
improves blood flow,
It helps lower blood pressure naturally.
It improves cerebral blood supply, providing:
better concentration,
less mental fatigue,
better memory.
Contains betanin, an antioxidant pigment that fights cellular aging.

Practical ways to consume beetroot:

Cooked in salads with olive oil and walnuts.
In smoothies with apple, carrot and lemon.
In small daily portions (e.g. half a beetroot) to avoid digestive discomfort.

Caution:

You may dye urine and stool red – it’s normal.
People with a history of kidney stones should consult with their doctor, because it contains oxalates.

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