Red beet and leaf beet are the same variety, but they are different. They are native to the Mediterranean coast of Europe and have the characteristics of cold tolerance, heat tolerance, drought tolerance, fertilizer tolerance and high yield. They are rich in nutrients, such as crude protein, soluble sugar, crude fat, dietary fiber and vitamin C. They can not only be eaten as green leafy vegetables, but also be the main source of sugar production except sugarcane.

Have you eaten too many red beets? It is recommended to eat in moderation.

Although red beet is rich in nutrition and can meet most of human needs, red beet is not suitable for mass consumption because of its high sugar content. If you eat too much of this sweet food, if you can't secrete enough insulin to neutralize glycogen, you will increase the risk of diabetes.

Red beets also contain a lot of cellulose. Eating too much can easily stimulate the stomach, leading to accelerated gastrointestinal peristalsis and physical discomfort.

Who can't eat red beets? Diabetic patients eat raw red beets, which contain polysaccharides. This substance can enhance immune function and can be eaten in moderation. However, when the red beet is ripe, the polysaccharide is converted into sugar. People with diabetes should avoid eating all kinds of foods with high sugar content to avoid blood sugar fluctuation after eating.

People who are prone to diarrhea are rich in cellulose, which can promote human digestion. Eating this digestive food when diarrhea is easy to aggravate the condition.

The nutritional value of red beet is 1. Red beet is rich in soluble sugar and minerals needed by human body, such as potassium, sodium, phosphorus and iron. After eating, it can replenish body energy and quickly restore energy and endurance.

2. Red beet is rich in dietary fiber and multivitamins. After eating, it can promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, help human digestion, and improve some discomfort such as dry stool and constipation.

3, red beets contain vitamin A, which has the function of maintaining eye health, and can prevent discomfort such as night blindness and dry eye after eating.