The Ruby Red Superfood Most People Underestimate Beets don’t get the same attention as kale or blueberries. They should. Few foods offer the combination of: Liver detox support Hormone-balancing nutrients Blood pressure benefits Exercise endurance enhancement Antioxidant protection When it comes to functional foods that build cellular resilience, few foods beat the beet. Why Beets Are a Detox Powerhouse Beets are rich in compounds that: Support phase I and phase II liver detoxification Stimulate antioxidant enzyme activity Support bile flow and gallbladder function They are also high in glutamine, an amino acid that nourishes and strengthens the intestinal lining a critical foundation for detoxification and immune health. Remember: Your liver metabolizes toxins.Your gut determines what gets absorbed. Beets support both. Why This Matters for Women’s Hormone Balance The liver is responsible for metabolizing estrogen and other hormones. When liver detox pat…

Because high blood pressure is a risk factor for heart attack and stroke, many doctors are quick to prescribe blood pressure-lowering medications. But there isn’t one that doesn’t have disturbing side effects, and most of the time they’re unnecessary. Eating a good diet that’s high in fruits and vegetables and low-to-moderate in carbohydrates; taking heart-healthy supplements like CoQ10, vitamin E, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium, garlic, hawthorn, taurine and curcumin; making sure you get 8 glasses of pure water a day; minimizing salt intake; learning to manage stress; losing weight if you’re overweight; and regular exercise will all help to lower your blood pressure if it’s over the ideal 120/80 or below. But scientists are wondering if particular foods may also help. It started when a study done at Queen Mary University in London, England, found that drinking a little over 8 ounces of beet juice decreased systolic blood pressure by about 5 points. Systolic blood pressure is th…