Beets often get a bad rap for containing too much sugar. But this fall food has enough fiber to keep you full, which can help you lose weight. Beets also have many other nutritional benefits that make them a worthy addition to your regular diet. Here are three reasons you can't beat the beet:
1. They're high in antioxidants. Beets are a good source of vitamin C, manganese (which helps keep your bones strong and maintain normal blood sugar levels) and potassium (which helps lower high blood pressure risk).
2. Beets may help reduce inflammation, which can reduce your risk of heart disease.
3. Though this is still being studied, beets may help reduce risk of cancer.
You can serve beets raw, grated on top of a salad or cooked as a tasty fall side dish. One cup of beets contains only about 75 calories, so go ahead—indulge in the beet!
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