It is said that during Roman times, beetroot was such a precious and appreciated vegetable that Emperor Tiberius imposed a tribute on the Germans in the form of beetroot for the Roman Empire. Yes, our ancestors knew the beneficial effects of this plant. Beetroot is a miracle vegetable: it is known in natural medicine as an adjunct in treating liver and blood diseases, for its properties to fight against cancer, for its high content of vitamins, minerals, and fiber which stimulate the immune system, energize the body, balance it, and reduce the aging process. Beetroot has a high iron content and prevents blood diseases, is a powerful detoxifier of the body (stimulates intestinal transit, cleanses the liver of toxins), blocks cancer by altering the respiration rate of cancer cells, is very effective in treating leukemia and colon cancer, slows down the aging process, lowers blood pressure, energizes and mineralizes the body, stabilizes the body’s pH (the acid-alkaline balance, which, when out of balance, favors the appearance of bacteria in the body), helps in treating chronic infections, assists in healing fractures, and its absence leads to premature aging of the skin and pancreatic disorders, prevents and treats heart diseases, aids skin health, reduces acne, and stimulates the reproductive system, helps lower blood sugar levels, eliminates excess water from the body, stimulates metabolism due to its high iodine content. Cancer patients are recommended to consume 250 g of raw beetroot daily, grated and made into a salad. If the body does not accept the salad, it can be replaced with beetroot juice, approximately 300 ml. According to scientists, the pigment in beetroot is what fights against cancer. After the first three weeks of treatment, improved results can be seen in tests, but it is recommended to consume this juice for a lifetime.
Due to its high content of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, beetroot helps with liver detoxification, burns stored fats, dissolves and eliminates excess calcium from the body, detoxifies the colon, cleanses the blood, maintains the immune system, and energizes the entire body.
Beetroot juice acts as a powerful liver protector, regenerates liver cells and stimulates liver function. Consuming beetroot stops the progression of chronic liver diseases, especially when cells are progressing towards cirrhosis or liver cancer, and helps in cases of steatosis (fatty liver).
Beetroot and carrot juice is a powerful diuretic and protector of the renal epithelium, keeping infections at bay and restoring tissue affected by infections.
Due to the content of trace elements and vitamins in beetroot, alcohol dependents can reduce the body’s need for alcohol.
Beetroot promotes the increase of hemoglobin levels in the blood due to its high iron content. To treat anemia, it is recommended to consume daily salads of raw, boiled, or pickled beetroot, along with carrots and black radish.
Because it is a rich source of vitamins, especially vitamin C, beetroot strongly stimulates the immune, muscular, nervous, and cardiovascular systems.
Due to its high folic acid content, beetroot helps pregnant women by providing the daily necessary folic acid for the healthy development of the fetus.
As beetroot is a strong alkaline, it reduces gastric acidity. It prevents and soothes gastric pains and burns when consumed in juice form along with raw potatoes and carrots (500 ml of juice).
Beetroot prevents atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, and diseases of the nervous system. Beetroot prevents or stops the thickening of arterial walls due to its vitamins and organic pigments, thus preventing heart diseases and the risks of stroke.
