1. Taboos on beetroot consumption:
(1) Suitable groups for beetroot. It can be eaten by everyone.
(2) People who are taboo on beetroot. Diabetics and those suffering from diarrhea should not eat beetroot.
(3) How to preserve beetroot. The preservation method of beetroot is the same as that of radish. Wrap it in plastic wrap to prevent mold or rot caused by excessive contact with air. You can choose to store it in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
(4) Tips for purchasing beetroot. When purchasing beetroot, look for the shape of beetroot, whether it is tapiolate, spherical, cone-shaped or even long cone-shaped. The skin and flesh are generally dark red to deep purple-red, with almost white in between.
(5) How to cook beetroot. Because some beetroots have a slightly earthy smell, they must be soaked in water before cooking to effectively remove them, and the dishes will be delicious.
(6) It is not advisable to mix beetroot. Beets are more suitable to eat with potatoes and cucumbers, which will help you lose weight better.
(7) Beetroot’s life tips. In daily life, beetroot can be used as home decoration. You can choose to hang it on the wall or put it in a bottle as a decoration. It can become a beautiful scenery.
2. Efficacy of beetroot:
(1) Assist in lowering blood lipids: It combines cholesterol in the intestines into a mixed substance that is difficult to absorb and excretes it.
(2) Liver protection: It has biochemical and pharmacological functions with choline and lecithin. It is an effective regulator of metabolism and can accelerate the body's absorption of protein and improve liver function.
(3) Assist in lowering blood pressure: Beetroot also contains a considerable amount of magnesium, which can regulate the hardening strength of softened blood vessels and prevent the formation of thrombus in blood vessels, playing an important role in the treatment of high blood pressure.
(4) Protect the gastric mucosa: Beetroot also contains a large amount of cellulose and pectin, which according to research has been found to have the function of an anti-gastric ulcer factor.