Social media often claims that eating beetroot powder before bed will make the blood vessels in your legs “much clearer” overnight and dramatically improve circulation. While beetroot is a nutritious food that contains natural nitrates, there is no scientific evidence that it can unclog veins, remove varicose veins, or transform blood circulation by the next morning.
Beetroot can, however, be part of a heart-healthy diet.
Bedtime Beetroot Drink
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon beetroot powder
- 1 cup (240 ml) warm water or warm milk
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- A pinch of ground ginger (optional)