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Beets is a bulbous vegetable and contains many nutrients such as vitamins A, C, B6, folic acid, potassium, sodium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, calcium, a good amount of protein 1.6 grams per 100 grams, 9.6 grams of carbohydrates of which 2.6 are fiber.
They contain about 50 calories per 100 grams.

Benefits of beets

Beets has anti-inflammatory properties, helps intestinal motility due to the fiber they contain, benefits the skin, nails and tendons due to the silicon they contain, may slow down dementia and improve blood circulation due to the nitrates they contain.

The nitrates they contain also improve exercise endurance by enhancing “running economy” and are very useful for athletes.

Excessive consumption of beets

Their excessive and regular consumption can cause side effects, such as constipation and kidney disorders, due to their high oxalate content.

They are not recommended for frequent consumption by people with kidney failure.

Beets and diabetes

Beets have a medium glycemic index (64), meaning that their careful consumption causes a moderate increase in blood sugar levels.

Because their fiber content is very good, it results in controlled glucose absorption and they are recommended for consumption by patients with diabetes, but in quantities of up to 2 bulbs and more stems and leaves.

Beets, irritable bowel syndrome and spastic colitis

Beets, due to their high fiber content, mainly insoluble, can cause problems in people with irritable bowel syndrome, such as bloating, gas, colic and diarrhea.

They also contain fructans (a short-chain carbohydrate) and are classified as FODMAPs (Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and Polyols) which may cause additional unpleasant digestive symptoms in people with irritable bowel syndrome or spastic colitis.