Beet what? Some say.

Well, it's not your fault. Western medicine has not make much use of this uninteresting looking vegetable, so it's not surprising that not many people wonder why some of our juicer recipes contain this little purple plant.

It was only after it was called "superfood" that sees this plant sales soar crazily. But frankly, how good are beetroots?

What's in it for you?
First and foremost it contains ingredients that would keep your heart, muscles and nerve in good order.

Secondly, there has also been evidence that beetroot help boost the life of cancer sufferers. In fact, it has been used traditionally to treat leukemia patients.  

It is also good for boosting your body's immunity since the plant stabilizes your body's pH and increases your body's intake of oxygen.

The cool part is beetroot has no side effect* (apart from making your urine or faeces red). Low in fat, nutritious and has few calories. What else could you ask for?

Sure, it's not a superfood as claimed by many but coupled with carrot, celery or other fruits, beetroot sure is an energizer. 

If you need thorough information about beetroot, check out this beetroot page 

* If you got arthritis or kidney stones don't take beetroot leaves.