Beet Root Powder, 1oz
$9.00
Deep red, dynamic support for active days.
Want a better workout? Did you know beetroot is naturally rich in dietary nitrates that your body can convert to nitric oxide? It may help support stamina and healthy circulation.
Beetroot is the deep ruby-red root vegetable that stains your chopping board and your fingers. It is naturally rich in dietary nitrates, which the body converts to nitric oxide, a molecule that helps blood vessels relax. Athletes and active people use beetroot to support stamina and circulation. It also provides betalains, the pigments that give beetroot its colour, as well as folate, potassium and fibre.
Delivery: Ships from overseas. Usually arrives in 1 to 2 weeks.
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Benefits & common uses
Benefits
- May help support healthy circulation
- May help support exercise performance and stamina
- May help support healthy blood flow to muscles
- Helps maintain blood pressure already within the normal range
- Provides antioxidant betalain pigments
- Provides folate and potassium, important for normal body function
What people commonly use it for
- Stamina and endurance during exercise (Good clinical evidence that nitrate-rich beetroot may help performance)
- Cold hands and feet (Early research only)
- Muscle fatigue during workouts (Some clinical studies suggest benefit)
- Feeling low in energy (Traditional use)
- Everyday vegetable intake (Good evidence that beetroot is a nutritious food)
Suggested to use alongside
- Vitamin C: Supports iron absorption
- Electrolytes: Helps replace minerals during exercise
- L-arginine: Amino acid popular in sports formulas
The science behind it
Beetroot (Beta vulgaris) is one of the richest food sources of inorganic nitrate. After you swallow nitrate, bacteria on the tongue convert it to nitrite. In the stomach and blood, nitrite is then converted to nitric oxide (NO), a signalling molecule that relaxes the smooth muscle in blood vessel walls.
This nitrate-nitrite-nitric oxide pathway supports blood flow and may reduce the oxygen cost of exercise. A review of trials found that nitrate supplementation can modestly improve time to exhaustion in some people (Jones, Sports Medicine, 2014). Benefits appear greater in recreational athletes than in elite ones.
Betalains. Betanin and other betalains give beetroot its red colour. These pigments have antioxidant properties in laboratory studies, and they are the reason urine or stools can look pink or red after eating beetroot, which is called beeturia and is harmless.
Forms and timing. Beetroot is available as juice, powder or capsules. Powders and juices tend to supply more nitrate than capsules. Nitrate levels peak in blood at about 2 to 3 hours after a dose, so athletes often take it 2 to 3 hours before training.
Mouthwash warning. Antibacterial mouthwash can reduce oral bacteria and limit nitrate conversion, so avoid using it close to your dose (NIH and Examine.com).
Product details & ingredients
- Size: 1oz
- Form: Powder
If you're considering beetroot as one of your 5-a-day, it contains potassium, magnesium, iron, vitamins A, B6 and C, folic acid, carbohydrates, protein, antioxidants and soluble fibre.*
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. This information is general in nature and not medical advice. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
Supplier ref: Beet Root Powder 1 Oz- Energy- Workout- Endurance- Stamina- Nutrients
Common questions
What does beetroot powder do?
It supplies dietary nitrates and betalains that help support circulation, blood flow and exercise stamina.
When is the best time to take beetroot?
Around 2 to 3 hours before exercise for performance, or any time of day for general wellbeing.
Why does beetroot turn my urine pink?
The red betalain pigments may pass through in urine or stools. It is called beeturia and is harmless.
Is beetroot powder as good as fresh beetroot?
Powders are concentrated and convenient, though fresh beetroot also provides fibre and water. Both are valuable.
How long does beetroot take to work?
Nitric oxide rises within hours. Some studies use several days of regular intake for greater effect.
Can I take beetroot with caffeine or pre-workout?
Many people do. Check the total caffeine and nitrates if you are sensitive.
Safety
Beetroot is high in oxalates, so seek advice if you are prone to kidney stones. It may enhance the effect of blood pressure medicines or nitrates. Beetroot also provides natural sugars and potassium. Avoid antibacterial mouthwash around your dose.
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