BEETS - Beetroots, commonly known as beets, are a vibrant and versatile type of vegetable. They’re known for their earthy flavor and aroma. Many people call them a superfood because of their rich nutritional profile. In addition to bringing a pop of color to your plate, beets are highly nutritious and packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds, many of which have medicinal properties.
🌿Medicinal Uses -
1. Many nutrients and few calories.
2. Beets have been well studied for their ability to help keep your blood pressure in check.
3. Several studies suggest that dietary nitrates like those found in beets may enhance athletic performance.
4. Beets contain pigments called betalains, which possess a number of anti-inflammatory properties. This could benefit several aspects of health, as chronic inflammation has been associated with conditions like obesity, heart disease, liver disease, and cancer.
5. May improve digestive health One cup of beetroot contains 3.4 grams of fiber, making beets a good fiber source. Fiber bypasses digestion and travels to the colon, where it feeds friendly gut bacteria.
6. May support brain function. The nitrates in beets may improve brain function by promoting the dilation of blood vessels and thus increasing blood flow to the brain
🌿Magical Properties- Beet root juice is red. The color of blood. Blood connects us to our ancestors and relatives. Connect with beet root in times when you feel you need to heal ancestral traumas or release any suffering that has occurred throughout your DNA. The root vegetable can provide stability and grounding effect through this process. Beet juice can be used as ink for love magick or as a substitute for blood in spells and rituals. #plantmagick @dayoffskincare