Holistic Health - Beetroot juice for cardiovascular health

Did you know that drinking beetroot juice boots stamina and could help you exercise for up to 16% longer. The nitrates in beetroot leads to a reduction in oxygen uptake, making exercise less tiring. A new study shows the drinking beetroot juice reduces oxygen uptake to an extent that cannot be achieved by any other known means, including training.

Also, regular glass of beetroot juice can reduce signs of inflammation in blood vessels that are known to be increased in people with coronary heart disease.

Beetroot is high in inorganic nitrate. Nitric oxide is produced naturally by the body and is vital for our health. In addition to its role in regulating blood pressure, nitric oxide has anti-inflammatory effects. However, levels of nitric oxide are lower in those with heart and circulatory issues as the enzyme needed to product it is less active. Drinking beetroot juice lowers levels of a type of white blood cell called the inflammatory monocyte, and any monocytes in the blood become more anti-inflammatory, making it a great addition to a holistic health regime.

To enjoy the benefits of beetroot, one can juice beets or use powdered beet root. The powder make it easy in today's hectic lifestyle to increase heart healthy nitric oxide. For more information on how you can reduce inflammation, gain energy, lower blood pressure and achieve a better quality of life contact me.