Beetroot Has Unbelievable Power: It Can Help Treat These 12 Diseases
Despite its natural sweetness, beetroot has a low glycemic index and can actually help manage blood sugar.
Benefits:
- High fiber content slows glucose absorption
- Improves insulin sensitivity
- Reduces inflammation linked to insulin resistance
Tip: Eat boiled or roasted beets in moderation — avoid sugary pickled versions.
6. Chronic Inflammation (Arthritis, IBD, etc.)
Chronic inflammation fuels diseases like arthritis, Crohn’s, and colitis. Beetroot fights back.
Why It Works:
- Betalains are potent anti-inflammatory agents
- Reduces C-reactive protein (CRP), a key inflammation marker
- Soothes gut lining and reduces flare-ups
Try This: Blend beetroot with turmeric, ginger, and apple for a healing juice.
7. Cognitive Decline & Dementia
As we age, brain blood flow decreases — but beetroot can help reverse that.
How It Helps:
- Nitric oxide boosts blood flow to the brain, especially the frontal lobes
- Enhances oxygen delivery and neural connectivity
- Slows age-related cognitive decline
Study Insight: Older adults who drank beet juice before walking showed improved brain function on MRI scans (Wake Forest University, 2017).
8. Cancer Prevention
While not a cure, beetroot shows promising anti-cancer properties in lab studies.
How It Fights Cancer:
- Betalains neutralize free radicals and protect DNA
- Inhibits growth of colon, breast, and prostate cancer cells
- May enhance the effectiveness of chemotherapy
Note: More human trials are needed — but including beets in a cancer-preventive diet is highly recommended.
