Lucknow :  Beetroot, also known as beet, has been gaining in popularity as a new super food due to recent studies claiming that beets and beetroot juice can improve athletic performance, lower blood pressure, and increase blood flow.Many studies indicate that eating more plant foods, like beetroot, decreases the risk of obesity, overall mortality, diabetes, and heart disease and promotes a healthy complexion and hair, increased energy, and overall lower weight.

Beetroot is the new superfood that could be a great post-gym snack. While the root vegetable has many claimed benefits for the body and brain, research shows that it also helps muscles recover after intense exercise.

Trash your energy drinks and protein bars, because beetroots will be your best friends after an intense workout. Beetroot is the new superfood that could be a great post-gym snack. While the root vegetable has many claimed health benefits, especially for the body and brain, research shows that it also helps muscles recover after intense workouts. The scientists at the University conducted research with at least 30 physically active men between the ages of 18 and 28 years, who work out at least twice a week.

The study had the participants do 100 intensive jump exercises. Considering their exercises were intense, they caused muscle damage in their legs. Over the next three days, the men were required to drink either 250 milliliter beetroot juice or placebo. The placebo had same calories and carbohydrate content as beetroot juice.

Those in the beetroot juice group jumped an average of 18 percent higher than those in the placebo group two days after completing the exercise bout. Both beetroot groups saw reduced soreness and the food could be useful for those with little time between exercise sessions.

Benefits :

Helps in detoxification

 Rich in antioxidants

Low in fat and calories

Boosts Your Energy

Stronger Immune System

Improved Skin

Promotes Healthy Changes