Beetroot - Carrot Blend

Beetroot and Carrot 

While carrot is a popular vegetable among Nigerians and grows in many colors including white, yellow -orange, red and purple, beetroot isn't common to find in the Nigerian market. Beetroot is a root vegetable which grows mainly in moist fertile soil in a sunny spot. 

How nutritious is Beetroot and carrot? 

Betroot is rich in betalaines

Betalanies are water soluble antioxidants. Betalanies have chemo preventive abilities against cancer cell lines. Hence they help reduce risk of cancer.

They both are rich in potassium

Potassium helps the nerves and muscles function properly. A person with very  low level of potassium would experience fatique, weakness and muscle cramps. It can also lead to abnormal heart rhythms. Beetroot is an energy boost for people who do strenuous activities.

They are rich in essential vitamins

Beetroot contain the following minerals and vitamins;

• Calcium
• Iron
• Magnesium
• Phosphorus
• Sodium
• Manganese
• Zinc
• Copper and selenium

Beetroot is also rich in vitamin C which is an immune system booster.

Carrots contains the following vitamins and minerals

• Vitamin A
• Vitamin K
• And many several vitamin B.
• Fiber

Beetroot and carrot both lower blood cholesterol

High blood cholesterol leads to high risk of heart disease. 

Beetroot support the liver

Betaine substance in beetroot helps to prevent or reduce fatty deposits on the liver. Hence it's good for people who are suffering from liver overloading due to poor diet, excessive alcohol consumption, exposure to toxic substance and sedentary lifestyles.

Eye Health

Carrots also improves eye health and are low in fat and protein.

preparation of Beet and Carrot Juice

Ingredients

• Beetroot bulbs
• Carrots
• Lime

Preparation

• Peel the beetroot and rinse 
• Adjust the recommended amounts 
• Sprinkle little of lime as desired 
• Scrap the back of the carrot and chop into pie
• Mix and blend together.
• sieve and served chilled.

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