The Incredible Health Benefits of Beets

Boost Endurance & Stamina

A research paper published in the Journal of Applied Physiology shows that consumption of nitrate-rich, whole beets improves running performance in healthy adults.In another study, researchers found that people who drank beet juice increased their oxygen uptake by up to 16%. This is actually more than a normal person can improve by, even when training extensively. Beet juice has shown to improve athletic performance in runners, swimmers, and cyclists, making it an interesting sports drink that most people would never consider.