Beetroot juice is long since no longer a secret tip among runners, cyclists, and triathletes. The reason is a substance that the tuber contains in an unusually high amount: natural nitrate.
What does nitrate do in the body?
The body converts nitrate from vegetables into nitric oxide over several steps – a molecule that plays a role in the widening of blood vessels. Sports scientists have been researching for years how a nitrate-rich diet affects endurance performance. Many athletes report that they feel more capable during training with beetroot juice.
How much and when?
Common practice in studies and in sports is about a small bottle (200–250 ml) around two to three hours before training. Those who want to drink it regularly will do well with one glass a day.
Why direct juice?
Concentrate is thickened and later diluted with water again. Direct juice, on the other hand, is only pressed and bottled – just as the tuber is, without any detours. And without added sugar, because beetroot brings its own earthy sweetness with it.
Good to know
Beetroot stains – including urine. This is harmless and disappears after a short time. The taste is earthy; those who prefer it milder can mix in a little apple juice.
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