A study from the University of Exeter, Exeter, England, found that regular consumption of beetroot juice may help lower blood pressure in adults over 60 years of age. Beetroot is naturally rich in ...

Widely considered a superfood, beetroot is jam-packed with powerful antioxidants, and if eaten in its whole food form, also boosts fibre intake. However, in recent years, beetroot juice has also been ...

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Many things in life can influence your blood pressure, like how often you run and do other forms of exercise, as well as the amount of stress that you’re under. But new research suggests that you ...

Beetroot juice, which is rich in nitrates, has been linked to changing the community of bacteria living in the mouth. Now, a new study has found that drinking this juice could reduce older adults’ ...

The blood pressure lowering effect of nitrate-rich beetroot juice in older people may be due to specific changes in their oral microbiome, according to the largest study of its kind. Researchers at ...

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Beetroot is a nutrient-rich food filled with nitrates and phytochemicals that promote cardiovascular health, enhance exercise performance, and support metabolic balance via nitric oxide pathways.

Beetroots are a good source of nutrients, fiber, and many plant compounds. The health benefits of this vegetable include improved heart health, the ability to reduce blood pressure, and enhanced ...

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Many people are turning to natural remedies to supplement medical treatment for this issue. People can lower ...