Monday, August 19, 2013

Beet

Wonders of  Beet
This vegetable has a striking and even seductive color, is also known as beets and is one of the most energetic and nutritious vegetables for the blood and the body in general. It is a vegetable one that should be present in our diet, as it contains many properties and medicinal values.

Properties beet:
• Energy
• High in Iron
• High in carotene
• Rich in plant sugars (sucrose)
• Rich in vitamin C and B
• Contains some B vitamins such as B1, B2, B3 and B6.
• Rich in potassium, iodine, magnesium containing calcium in smaller quantities.
• It is laxative.
• Has antioxidant (antioxidants block the damaging effects of free radicals).
• Rich in folic acid (which prevents birth defects neural tube defects (nervous), and helps fight heart diseases and anemia).
• Rich in carbohydrates.
• Contains a lot of fiber, soluble and insoluble.
• It is diuretic (helps eliminate fluid from the body).

Medicinal Uses:
• Combat anemia.
• Combat constipation and hemorrhoids.
• Clean intestines.
• Excellent blood builder: involved in the formation of white blood cells and red blood.
• Energy: revitalizes the blood. Indicated in cases of convalescence.
• Menstruation: Combat and regulates menstrual cycle discomfort ..
• Very useful in menopause.
• Nourishes the body's physiological functions.
• Helps cleanse the liver and gallbladder.
• purifies the kidneys.
• Useful to treat bladder infections.
• In order to strengthen the immune system.
• Prevents hardening of the arteries and varicose veins.
• Overweight: because of its moderate caloric value can be consumed as an ingredient in salads or vegetables in weight control diets.
• Pregnancy: being rich in folate, it is recommended in the diets of pregnant women.
• Helps prevent damage and premature skin aging.
• Helps eliminate excess fluids from the body.
Disclaimer
The sole purpose of these blogs is to provide information about the tradition of ayurveda. This information is not intended for use in the diagnosis, prevention or cure of any disease. If you have any serious, acute or chronic health concern, please consult a trained doctor/health professional who can fully assess your needs and address them effectively. If you are seeking the medical advice of a trained Ayurvedic expert, call us or e mail.

Dr Unnati Chavda


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