Let’s talk beetroot

Are you an exercise fanatic, or do you simply want to find a way to ensure your body is being fed the nutrients it needs? Well, beetroot is the best thing for that, and here you’ll read why beetroot is very important for us and how our beetroot latte is a great way to source it.

Sometimes, staying on top of your “5 a day” isn’t always easy with life’s twists and turns. But we know how important it is to get in those all important nutrients in order to make those twists and turns that little bit easier. So let’s talk beetroot or, even better, beetroot latte. 

Beetroot contains a large amount of nutrients and vitamins, and it’s also a good source of fibre and vitamin C, which all contribute to a healthy, functioning immune system. And supporting our immune system is more important than ever. It also contains antioxidants which may ‘prevent or slow down cell-damage which reduces risk of disease, including heart disease and certain types of cancers.’ Great, right? It has also been recommended by the British Nutrition Foundation, to be taken by pregnant women, especially in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy as it contains folate which is important in preventing birth defects, specifically affecting the central nervous system.

Studies have also shown that antioxidants found in beetroot improves ‘endurance exercise performance’ – both aerobic and anaerobic. Many studies have been replicated providing evidence for the multiple benefits of beetroot both during and following exercise. Whilst also improving recovery from exercise, antioxidants are also known to help in preventing some of the changes of aging. So, it doesn’t only help your performance in exercise and make you feel great, it also makes you look great.

Living in such a fast paced climate, it’s hard to imagine how to incorporate the root vegetable into your daily routine. I know I’d be sick of beetroot if I had it for breakfast, lunch and dinner, every day for a week – wouldn’t you? That’s why our beetroot latte, with its smooth velvety finish, is an incredible way of ensuring you get those all important nutrients as easily as possible. It is also super quick and easy to make. So, when you find you don’t have that much time in the day, wizz up our beetroot blend with boiling water and add to it your favourite type of milk!