Beetroot

Beetroot

Product name: beetroot also known as beet in North America

Beetroot Variety:

There are 2 types of Beetroot in the world. one in dark purple or red and the yellow one cultivated in many parts of the globe for producing sugar.

Planting site in Iran: Khorasan, Kermanshah, Golestan, Khuzestan

How to choose and store:

Choose fresh and firm beetroot without any softness or stinginess on its surface. It should be washed carefully to remove the soil on it. The smaller the beetroots are, the sweeter they are. Separate root and leaves, put them in a plastic bag, and keep them in the refrigerator. It should be consumed in 3-4 days; however, you can keep cooked beetroot in the freezer for quite a long time.

 Properties:

Since time immemorial, beetroots have been known as one of the best snacks for cold winter nights. It serves as a cornerstone in the Iranian winter festival i.e. Yalda. It mainly contains vitamins A, C, B1, B2, and B3, and mineral compounds such as Calcium, Phosphorus, and Iron.

Cooked beetroot’s reputation is for being a great source of Iron and plays a key role in anemia treatment. It is said that the presence of Iron together with vitamin C and folic acid can prevent anemia, especially in young girls.

Being a winter vegetable, beetroot is influential for cold. antioxidants found in it, improve the body’s immune against disease and remain-stubborn disease i.e. cancer. Furthermore, beetroot is laxative and cures constipation. It is known as a great remedy for detoxifying kidneys and liver.

Above all, it relieves your tension and helps you to feel at ease. either have it sliced with your green salads or have a glass of its juice, no matter it is day or night, it is an effective vegetable helping you in many aspects.

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