Beetroot Powder
Beetroot powder has gained prominence as a superfood. The humble beetroot is packed full of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. This amazing root contains special compounds from its pigment to help maintain health throughout the body.
Beetroot has a unique earthy flavour which some may avoid and opt to incorporate beetroot powder to supplement or increase their nutritional intake. 1 teaspoon of beetroot powder is equivalent to a large-size beetroot.
How to make beetroot powder:
There are multitudes of recipes/directions found online for you to choose from.
Beetroot powder is simply made of dehydrated beets.
- Thinly Sliced beets dehydrated in the oven 60º or lower (fan forced) or in a dehydrator.
- Ensure that all moisture gone and completely dehydrated
- Then finely ground to make a powder.
The powder has various colours like pink, purple, orange, and reddish-brown, depending on the colour of the beets.
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Surprising benefits of beetroot powder
In addition to vitamins and minerals, the powder also contains dietary nitrates. Dietary Nitrates are a naturally occurring substance found in beets and many other vegetables. Dietary nitrate helps improve vascular function or healthy blood flow.
Aid to lower blood pressure: The nitric acid they create in the body helps dilate blood vessels
Boost brain power: The nitrates in beetroot powder stimulate blood vessels in the brain and support healthy blood and oxygen supplies.
Fight inflammation: The pigment in beetroot, betalain, can fight inflammation throughout the body.
Support liver health: The betalain in beets serves as a powerful tool to help your liver detoxify itself so it can function more efficiently.
Surprising uses of beetroot powder
Beetroot powder is a natural colourant, its radiant colour serves as a great natural dye for fabric, food or skincare products. Instead of using artificial colourants that are harmful to your skin or body, turn to the natural pinkish beetroot powder.
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