Beetroot is extremely cleansing

Posted in Medicinal Foods

Beet root is renowned for being a powerful detoxifier, especially to the blood, liver, intestines, kidneys, and gall bladder. It also helps speed up the circulation and metabolism. Juice made with beetroot, cabbage, and parsley is extremely cleansing. Go easy don’t drink too much especially at first.

In Russia beetroot has been a favourite for centuries and they have a famous soup called Borsch. This vegetable is bright red and some people find it a little too much, urine might be a little pink after consumption.

Borsch Soup

Beet root, peeled and chopped

Onions, chopped

Cabbage, chopped

Carrots, chopped

Potatoes, chopped

Vegetable stock

Pepper

Cinnamon

Apples chopped

Bring the ingredients to the boil and simmer until soft and puree to a smooth consistency. Serve hot or cold.

Beet root Salad

Grate raw beet root (wear rubber gloves).

Dark green salad leaves,

Some red or black grapes, halved,

Salad dressing option 3 – under miscellaneous

Nutrients – Vitamin B3, B6, C, beta-carotene, folic acid, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, and fiber.