Common Names: common beet
Plant-derived inorganic nitrate did not improve vascular function or blood pressure in older adults with hypertension, casting doubt on the efficacy of nitrate-based interventions for healthy aging.
This study examined the stability of root yield and white sugar yield, as well as the association between key traits in sugar beet genotypes. The results identified specific genotypes that had superior performance and stability in terms of yield and key traits. This information is important for breeding programs aiming to enhance crop production.
Consumption of nitrate-rich products like beetroot juice can alter the nitrate-nitrite-nitric oxide pathway, which has implications for cardiovascular health and exercise performance in humans.
Postmenopausal women experience elevated blood pressure due to reduced levels of nitric oxide synthases (NOS). Understanding this helps manage hypertension and develop targeted treatments.
They found that beetroot juice increases nitrite in the blood, lowers blood pressure, and improves exercise performance, especially in the afternoon. Time of day can affect results.
Nitric oxide supplementation with beetroot juice + high-intensity exercise improves vascular function in postmenopausal females, potentially offering alternative to those unwilling to perform high-intensity exercise. Future studies could explore long-term benefits.
Combining caloric restriction with beetroot juice improves vascular and cognitive function in overweight adults, finds a pilot study. The CR+BRJ group had better results in microvascular flux, endothelial activity, cognitive scores, and urinary 8-isoprostane concentrations.
This study found that consuming whole-cooked beetroot, which is high in nitrate, can reduce blood pressure in healthy young adults, and to a lesser extent in older adults. The results suggest that there may be differences in how the body processes dietary nitrate between young and older populations.
Scientists analyzed sea beet accessions to understand evolution and genetic diversity. Sea beet originated in southern Europe and dispersed through marine currents to form subpopulations. This research aids in conserving and utilizing sea beet for sugarbeet improvement.
Researchers found that extracts from Beta vulgaris and Eruca sativa reduce weight gain and improve liver health in mice. These vegetables contain nitrates and sulfide-releasing compounds that may help combat obesity.
Meta-analysis of studies indicates beetroot juice may help lower blood pressure in adults with hypertension, potentially serving as an adjunct to drug treatment. Relevant for managing hypertension.
30 dopamine-derived betalains were discovered, characterized, and found to have unique properties. Higher hydrophobicity and different retention times than traditional betalains. Found in various plants, particularly abundant in quinoa. Essential phytochemicals in Caryophyllales.
Sugar beet pulp extract (SBP-E) from ferulic acid reduces oxidative stress, improves glucose and lipid metabolism, and decreases inflammation in obesity-induced type 2 diabetes. SBP-E activates SIRT1/AMPK signaling and modulates the AMPK/SREBP1/ACC1 pathway, offering potential treatment benefits.
Researchers studied the effects of dietary nitrate and beetroot juice on cognitive function. Results are inconclusive, but understanding these effects can benefit health and disease management.
Combining purslane, chard, and chicory leaf extracts improved glucose control in diabetic rats, restoring liver and pancreas health. This could lead to the development of natural drugs for diabetes.
Scientists investigated why the effectiveness of dietary nitrate supplementation in reducing blood pressure in pregnant women varies. They explored differences in oral microbiota profiles and nitrate-reducing capacity, aiming to understand the reasons behind individual variations in blood pressure response to nitrate supplementation.
This study looked at the effects of watermelon rind and beetroot on endothelial dysfunction caused by ischemia/reperfusion injury. They found that both watermelon rind and beetroot supplementation improved macrovascular function and increased plasma markers of vascular health. Co-ingestion of watermelon and beetroot did not offer additional benefits.
Study tested whether beetroot juice (BRJ) could lower blood pressure in adults with ADPKD. Results showed BRJ increased nitric oxide, reducing clinic blood pressure.
Betacyanins from red pitahaya have anti-Aβ aggregation activity, with betanin, phyllocactin, and hylocerenin showing the highest activity. These compounds could potentially be used to protect against Alzheimer's disease.
This study will explore if inorganic nitrate and breakfast can improve working memory, cerebral blood flow, arterial stiffness, and psychological outcomes in Swedish adolescents.
Beta vulgaris's betalains have shown potential for medicinal benefits due to their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. In a study with zebrafish, betanin at 50 and 100 mg/L doses demonstrated therapeutic potential for treating cognitive deficits and brain oxidative stress induced by scopolamine, while reducing anxiety and acetylcholinesterase activity. The results suggest that betanin has neuroprotective properties.
This study found that fermented vegetable juice, made with certain lactic acid bacteria, can help reduce weight gain, liver fat accumulation, and lipid accumulation, potentially counteracting obesity.