Although beets have the highest sugar content of all vegetables, most people can safely eat beet roots a few times a week enjoying not only their sweet, earthy flavor but also their powerhouse nutrients that may improve your health in the following ways.

Lower blood pressure: Drinking beet juice may help to lower blood pressure in a matter of hours. One study found that drinking one glass of beet juice lowered systolic blood pressure by an average of 4-5 points.

Boosts stamina: If you need a boost to make it through your next workout, beet juice may again prove valuable. Those who drank beet juice prior to exercise were able to exercise for up to 16% longer.

Fight inflammation: Beets are a unique source of betaine, a nutrient that helps protects cells, proteins, and enzymes from environmental stress. It is also known to help fight inflammation, protect internal organs, improve vascular risk factors, enhance performance, and likely help prevent numerous chronic diseases.

Anti-cancer properties: The powerful phytonutrients that give beets their deep crimson colour may help to ward off cancer. Research has shown that beetroot extract reduced multi-organ tumour formations in various animal models when administered in drinking water, for instance, while beetroot extract is also being studied for use in treating human pancreatic, breast, and prostate cancers.

Rich in valuable nutrients and fibre: Beets are high in immune-boosting vitamin C, fibre and essential minerals like potassium and manganese. Beets also contain the B vitamin folate, which helps reduce the risk of birth defects.