Beetroot Herbal Medication

As we all know, women have been prone to common diseases. There are a number of commercial cures that are being sold in drug stores.

Well, if you are aiming to be a healthy woman at your age, it is highly recommended to go for herbal treatments.

Among the variety of herbs that promotes health and wellness in women, there are some who have valuable content with minimal side effects. One of these herbs is known as Beetroot.

This special herb has a significant content which assists women who have anemia, indigestion, kidney disorders, heart diseases and even cancer.

Beetroot has been widely known to be good for the heart because it reduces high cholesterol levels. Most women have been using this herb ever since it was discovered to have those health benefits.

Indeed, this herb plays a good role to pregnant women because it can help prevent birth defects.

What is Beetroot?

The Beetroot (Beta vulgaris), which is also known as garden beet, is a tasty maroon root vegetable that belong to the Chenopodiaceous family.

It grows wild along the coasts of Europe, North Africa, and Asia. As of this generation, this herb became popular that it has been widely grown in many regions. This is a healthy herb which has low-calorie and packed with a suitable amount of fiber.

As a popular source of fiber, Beetroot is known to prevent health conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels and cardiovascular diseases.  Aside from being a fiber-rich herb, this herb also contains nutrients, vitamins and mineral.

To be specific, Beetroot is rich in vitamin C, vitamin B6, magnesium, iron and phosphorus. Due to its very pleasing taste to the tongue, Beetroot are classified to have high sugar content among all vegetables and herbs.

Herbal research has shown that Beetroot contains a bioactive agent called “betaine”, which assists liver function. This is a very important fact about a Beetroot because body fats are broken down efficiently when the liver functions properly. Having this health benefit made it to be a popular herb for aiding weight loss, preventing fatigue and minimize nausea.

How to Prepare Beetroot

As a healthy herb, Beetroot medication can be prepared and consumed in different ways. Raw beetroot should first be peeled (including the top and bottom of the root) before consumption. This herb can be boiled, sautéed, pickled, fried, juiced, steamed, pureed, grilled, or baked. The preparation depends on your style and taste. You can purchase Beetroot from your local vegetable market or herbal stores for the powder.

Beetroot Chutney

Ingredients:

A kilo of beetroots     

4 green apples                

2 teaspoons of grated ginger    

2 teaspoons of chopped garlic

2 onions       

2 cups of sugar

2 cups of wine vinegar     

2 teaspoons of cinnamon

2 teaspoons of ground cardamom    

1 teaspoon of cumin

1 teaspoon of ground cloves    

1 fresh lemon (juiced)

Procedure:

1. Boil the beetroot until it gets tender
2. When it is cooked, let cool, peel and dice
3. Then dice the apples and onion
4. In a sauce pan, bring to a boil the diced apples and onions
5. Put along the vinegar, garlic, sugar, lemon juice and spices
6. Add the diced beets to the mixture
7. Boil for another 10 minutes before letting simmer for 30 more minutes
8. Turn off the heat when the mixture thickens and let cool
9. Pour the mixture in sterilized jars and tightly seal

Beetroot Juice

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon of beetroot powder/chopped beetroot
• 1 fresh carrot
• 1 small stalk of celery

Procedure:

1. Wash the vegetables using water and a stiff vegetable brush
2. Remove the carrot and beetroot tops, and peel the beetroot if its skin is tough
3. Slice up the vegetables to fit your mixer/blender
4. Juice and serve

Beetroots are naturally healthy but too much intake of it may lead to side-effects. Drinking the said preparations should be taken with precaution for those who have kidney stones or other kidney disorders and gall bladder problems. As a responsible consumer, it is advisable for you to consult your trusted physician about the matter or you may visit mountainroseherbs.com for a better understanding about the herb.