Beets owe their superfood status to two key compounds:
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- Nitrates: Converted by your body into nitric oxide—a molecule that relaxes blood vessels and improves circulation
- Betalains: Antioxidant pigments (responsible for the red color) that fight inflammation and support detoxification
📊 Per 1 cup (136g) cooked beets:
- Only 58 calories
- 3.8g fiber
- Folate (37% DV) – crucial for cell repair
- Manganese (22% DV) – supports bone and metabolism health
- Potassium, iron, and vitamin C
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