…Beetroot!

Beetroot is low calorie and packed full of health-bestowing nutrients. It contains high levels of carotenoids and flavenoids. These anti-oxidants help reduce the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, protecting the artery walls and reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Beetroot is also one of the richest sources of folic acid, which helps to protect unborn babies from spina bifida, and is also thought to help lower homocysteine levels in the blood.

Furthermore, it contains a mineral called silica. This helps the body to utilise calcium, so is therefore important for skeletal health and reducing the risk of osteoporosis.

Try drinking a glass of beetroot juice once a day in order to protect yourself against stroke and heart disease, and you’ll be getting a whole lot more benefits in the package!