High blood pressure (hypertension) is often associated with a number of factors, including excessive salt consumption.
This was reported by URA-Inform with reference to Ua-novosti.
A study by scientists from the USA and The Czech Republic has shown that beetroot juice, rich in nitrates, can reduce blood pressure caused by excess salty foods.
How does beetroot help to cope with hypertension?
Beetroot contains dietary nitrate (NO3) , which in the body is converted into nitrite (NO2) and nitric oxide (NO). Nitric oxide plays a key role in relaxing and widening blood vessels, which helps lower blood pressure.
An experiment on rats has shown that small portions of beets and other foods rich in nitrates help prevent high blood pressure caused by high salt content in the diet.
Tips for eating beets:
To preserve the beneficial properties of the vegetable, experts recommend:
- Avoid boiling, as nitrates dissolve in water.
- Choose alternative cooking methods: steaming, frying, or making fresh juices.
Including beets in your diet — a simple and effective way to maintain healthy blood vessels and control blood pressure.
It will also be useful to know what sign indicates high blood pressure: the doctor named the main indicator.
