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05/01/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Beetroot juice found to decrease blood pressure and could be a great alternative treatment for people with cardiovascular disease

Cardiovascular disease can be frightening, and it’s understandable that those who have it want to do everything in their power to keep it under control. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that they need to take on the risks of prescription drugs. A study published in the American Journal of Physiology – Heart and Circulatory Physiology […]

04/18/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

“Beet” it! A compound found in this superfood may help slow Alzheimer’s

You can now add one more benefit to eating beets – that is, slowing down the progress of Alzheimer’s disease. According to a study, the extracts of beets contain a compound called betanin which could help prevent the building up of misfolded proteins and slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Past studies conducted by other […]

04/04/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Perform better mentally AND physically with beets

Several studies have determined the “mechanisms of action” of beets, and findings show that the plant can boost body systems and impact blood pressure, heart health, and cognitive function. Beets (Beta vulgaris, Chenopodiaceae) are currently being used as a sports performance supplement ingredient. Study findings have also determined that beetroot, or the taproot of the beet […]

04/20/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

14 fruits and vegetables to start planting in April

We’re hitting the middle of Spring! With temperatures rising and your garden soil reaching that “Goldilocks” temperature of not too hot and not too cold, now is the perfect time to plant most of your vegetable seeds. An article published on USFeeds.com lists 14 fruits and vegetables you should start planting now! Beans: Not just […]

04/15/2017 / By Earl Garcia

How to harvest an endless supply of beets from your back yard

Beets are a superfood that can be easily grown right in your own back yard. This article will walk you through the process of cultivating beets correctly so that you have an endless supply of this delicious plant. Take note of these steps when planting beets indoors. Ready the container – Beets can be grown in […]

09/01/2016 / By Vicki Batts

Trendy beets are worth the bite

If you’re looking for a healthy food trend to follow, look no further than the delectable beet. This multi-faceted nutrition powerhouse can be the perfect addition to any meal, and both the root and the greens of this little root vegetable are edible, making it an environmentally conscious choice as well. Beet greens are a […]

08/17/2016 / By usafeaturesmedia

Now is the time to begin planning for your fall garden

(Homesteading.news) When gardeners get to late summer, they begin to think about their harvest and winter time plans. Often overlooked by the home or hobby gardener, though, is the fall garden. This can be one of the most productive times for a garden, rather than the winding down and cleanup many consider it to be. Summer […]

08/01/2016 / By Tara Paras

Beet root as a natural cure for cancer

Research has now shown that apart from being a well-known source of iron, potassium, phosphorus, calcium, sulfur, and magnesium, beets can also be used as a natural cure for cancer. The cancer-preventing powers of beet may be attributed to the specific combinations and concentrations of elements found within it. In fact, cancer patients who were given high concentrations of beet root […]

07/26/2016 / By JD Heyes

Foods that fight inflammation – here’s what works

The body’s natural means of fighting infection and responding to harmful organisms and damaged tissue is inflammation, but this very natural response to temporary issues should be short-lived, lasting just a few days or a few weeks. But if inflammation persists for a longer period of time, or indefinitely, you could be someone who suffers […]

07/20/2016 / By Vicki Batts

Beets are the perfect detoxifying, brain boosting side dish

Beets are extremely distinctive vegetables. Their bright, red color, slight sweetness and soft, buttery texture either makes people fall in love with them, or turn the other way. Of course, if people knew how incredibly nutrient-rich beets were, perhaps more people would diligently try to include these precious root vegetables in their diet even if […]

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