Beetroot – what a beauty!
Grated, fermented, roasted and juiced – beetroot is one beautifully coloured and nutrient bursting vegetable that any athlete can incorporate into a healthy balanced meal or snack!
Beetroot is well known for its performance and health effects both in the athletic and non-athletic populations. Beets are a natural source of anti-oxidants, (inorganic) nitrate, fibre, potassium, vitamin C and iron. These nutrients contribute valuably to maintaining our health and boosting our performance by reducing inflammation, boosting immunity, maintaining a healthy digestive system and increasing blood flow to our muscles and skin.
In addition to using canned slices in a salad sandwich, why not try roasting beets with a variety of other vegetables, add to a grain salad with walnuts, greens and goats cheese, grate into burgers, use in a risotto, puree with Greek yoghurt for a dip or include in a nourish bowl with boiled eggs, tahini, grated carrot and leafy greens.
