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Beet Root Powder Facts

Beet root (Beta vulgaris) is a root vegetable rich in nitrates, betalains, and antioxidants. It has been traditionally consumed as food and studied for its ability to support circulation and exercise performance.

Key Benefits of Beetroot Powder:

  • Provides dietary nitrates that support nitric oxide production for healthy blood flow.
  • Helps improve exercise endurance and oxygen efficiency.
  • Delivers betalains and polyphenols with antioxidant properties

Why it Matters:

Improved vasodilation means better nutrient and oxygen delivery to muscles and the brain, supporting both endurance and cognitive performance under stress ¹,².
Nitric oxide levels naturally decline with age, impacting circulation ³,⁴

Citations:

1. Presley TD, Morgan AR, Bechtold E, et al. Acute effect of a high nitrate diet on brain ... in older adults. Nitric Oxide. 2011;24(1):34-42. doi:10.1016/j.niox.2010.10.002
2. Vaccaro MG, Musolino M, Izzo A, et al. Beetroot juice and exercise performance. Nutrients. 2023;15(10):2350. doi:10.3390/nu15102350
3. Torregrossa AC, Aranke M, Bryan NS. Nitric oxide and geriatrics: implications in diagnostics and ... of the elderly. J Geriatr Cardiol. 2011;8(4):230-242. doi:10.3724/SP.J.1263.2011.00230
4. Stanaway L, Rutherfurd-Markwick K, Page R, et al. Acute supplementation with nitrate-rich beetroot juice causes a greater increase in plasma nitrite and reduction in blood pressure of older compared to younger adults. Nutrients. 2019;11(7):1683. doi:10.3390/nu11071683