Just Add Aronia Berries! Top Health Benefits, Nutritional Info, Recipes and Interesting Facts about the Choke Berry (aka Aronia Berry)

 
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Just Add Aronia Berries! Commonly found wild in swamp and woodland areas, the aronia berry or ‘chokeberries’ pack a powerful range of antioxidants, vitamins and nutrients. The aronia berries are gaining ground on the more popular açaí berry from the Amazon and the elderberry from Europe and is poised to hit the world class super berry spotlight soon. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Aronia Berry Infographic:

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Aronia Berries as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Aronia Infographic:

1. aronia berry is high in anthocyanins (antimutagenic & anti-cancer agents)
2. rich in antioxidants that protect cells & are anti-inflamatory
3. chokeberries slow the aging process to keep us healthy & young
4. aronia reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases and stress
5. anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-diabetic compounds
6. choke berry fights bladder, breast, colon, lung, ovaries and skin cancers
7. aronia berries help maintain robust intestinal and digestive health
8. chokeberry helps fight Crohn’s disease, PMS, herpes and inhibits HIV
9. contains caffeic acid, delphinidin, epicatechin and malvidin
10. prelim studies show aronia slowing growth of glioblastoma

Aronia/Chokeberry Nutrition Facts as described on our Choke Berry Infographic

• Serving Size = 1 cup
• Calories = 83
• Calories from Fat = 4 g
• Total Fat = 0.48 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 1 mg
• Potassium = 112 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 21.01 g
• Dietary Fiber = 3.5 g
• Sugars = 14.44 g
• Protein = 1.07 g
• Vitamin A = 2% RDI
• Vitamin C = 24% RDI
• Calcium = 1% RDI
• Iron = 2% RDI

Healthy Aronia Berry Recipes on our Chokeberries Infographic

1. Aronia Berry/Acai Berry dessert balls
2. Mixed Berry Flax & Hemp bread
3. Aronia Berry Quinoa muffins

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

Things You May Not Know About Aronia Berries/Chokeberries as described on our Just Add Good Stuff Infographic

• Naturally PEST-RESISTANT & doesn’t require agricultural toxins!
• Greater ANTIOXIDANT LEVELS than cranberry, goji blueberry, cherry, pomegranate & mangosteen
• Native of eastern North America in swampy woodland areas
• Comes in 3 COLORS: red, purple and black-purple
• It’s now cultivated in North America, Europe and even Russia
• Also used as attractive ORNAMENTAL PLANTS
• Aronia can be used to make wine, jam, syrup, juice, and tea
• Aronia juice is astringent, not sweet
• Initial research has linked aronia to reducing risk of cancers, cardiovascular disease, chronic & eye inflammation, liver failure

The Just Add Good Stuff Aronia Berries infographic (we also call it our Chokeberry infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Aronia infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of Aronia/Choke Berry which would affect our Top 10 Aronia Berry health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of Chokeberries in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about aronia in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Aronia Infographic.

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It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
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Just Add Kale! Kale Infographic describing the Top Health Benefits of Kale, Types of Kale, Nutritional Info, Interesting Facts and Kale Recipes!

 
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Just Add Kale! Kale is one of the best superfoods & is a dark green leafy nutritional vegetable related to the cabbage. Kale is rich in vitamins, trace minerals, omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. Everywhere you turn, kale is a vital vegetable, rich in nutrients, health benefits and delicous flavor! Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Kale Infographic:

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Kale as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Kale Infographic:

1. kale is low in calories, zero fat and very high in fiber!
2. high in powerful antioxidants which prevent cancer
3. kale is rich in vitamin K for normal bone health & blood clotting
4. great anti-inflammatory agent with lots of omega-3’s
5. high in iron essential in oxygen transport and cell growth
6. kale is rich in vitamin A which aids in vision and skin health
7. great for cardiovascular support & lowers cholesterol
8. kale is high in calcium essential in preventing osteoporosis
9. rich in vitamin C which boosts immune & metabolic function
10. kale contains fiber and sulfur which detoxify your body

Kale Nutrition Facts as described on our Kale Infographic

• Serving Size = 1 cup chopped
• Calories = 34
• Calories from Fat = 4 g
• Total Fat = 0.47 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 29 mg
• Potassium = 299 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 6.71 g
• Dietary Fiber = 1.3 g
• Sugars = 0 g
• Protein = 2.21 g
• Vitamin A = 206% RDI
• Vitamin C = 134% RDI
• Calcium = 9% RDI
• Iron = 6% RDI

Healthy Kale Recipes on our Kale Infographic

1. Spicy Baked Kale Chips snack
2. Kale & Veggie Quinoa main dish
3. Kale, Spinach and Arugula salad mix

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

Things You May Not Know About Kale as described on our Kale Infographic

• Per calorie, kale has more calcium than any milk you can buy!
• Per calorie, kale also has 10x more Vitamin C when compare with spinach
• Also per calorie, kale has more iron than beef of any kind!
• Often referred to as a ‘nutritional powerhouse’
• 1 cup of kale has 10% of the RDA of omega-3 fatty acids!
• Kale is a winter veggie, although available year round
• Types include curly leaved, plain leaved, rape kale and Tuscan
• Comes in green & purple varieties – mix it up!
• Steaming enhances bile acid sequestrants which lower cholesterol

The Just Add Good Stuff Kale infographic (we also call it our Kale infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Kale infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of Kale which would affect our Top 10 Kale health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of Kale in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about Kale in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Kale Infographic.

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‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

FLAX INFOGRAPHIC – Top Health Benefits of Flaxseed, Nutritional Details, Interesting Facts and Flax Seed Recipes!

 
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Just Add Flax Seeds! Flax seeds are one of the most powerful plant foods in the world! Research has shown that a regular diet with flax seed can help reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, stroke and even diabetes! Flax seeds also play an important role for the maintenance of cardiovascular health and normal development of the brain, eyes and nerves. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Flax Infographic:

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Flax/Flaxseed as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Flax Seed Infographic:

1. flax is extremely high in soluble & insoluble fibers
2. maintains health of colon, digestive & gastrointestinal systems
3. flaxseed has protective effect against breast, prostate & colon cancer
4. rich in omega-3 fatty acids linked to good heart health
5. flax seeds improve blood sugar levels and prevents/treats diabetes
6. prevents inflammation caused by diseases & illnesses
7. flax reduces hot flashes in menopausal women
8. rich in anti-oxidants and detoxifies cells
9. flax seed is rich in essential oils that aid in healthy hair, eyes and skin
10. very rich in calcium and iron

Flax Nutrition Facts as described on our Flaxseed Infographic

• Serving Size = 1 cup
• Calories = 774
• Calories from Fat = 550 g
• Total Fat = 61.13 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 44 mg
• Potassium = 1179 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 41.88 g
• Dietary Fiber = 39.6 g
• Sugars = 2.25 g
• Protein = 26.52 g
• Vitamin A = 0% RDI
• Vitamin C = 2% RDI
• Calcium = 37% RDI
• Iron = 46% RDI

Healthy Flax Seed Recipes on our Flaxseed Infographic

1. Mixed Berry Flax Seed bread
2. Flax Seed and Water egg substitute
3. Almond Pulp Flaxseed crackers

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

Things You May Not Know About Flax as described on our Flax Infographic

• Comes WHOLE or GROUND (also called milled or flax meal)
• Flax Seed contains 75 to 800 times more lignans (cancer fighter) than other plant food in the world!
• Buy either BROWN or GOLDEN flax seed (equivalent nutrition)
• Always look for ORGANIC & LOCAL flax seeds
• Flax Seed can be used as a SUBSTITUTE for eggs and fat in baking!
• Keep GROUND seeds in freezer to prevent oxidation
• Precaution: shouldn’t be consumed while pregant or breast feeding
• Can be easily added into smoothies and juices
• Suggested amount is 1 to 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed a day

The Just Add Good Stuff Flax Seeds infographic (we also call it our flax infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Flax Seeds infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of Flax which would affect our Top 10 Flax health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of flaxseed in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about flax in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Flax Infographic.

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It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

MANGO INFOGRAPHIC – Top Health Benefits of Mangoes, Nutritional Data, Interesting Facts and Mango Recipes!

 
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Just Add Mango! The mango is often referred to as ‘the king of the fruits’ because it is one of the most popular, nutritionally rich fruits with a unique and amazing flavor, fragrance, taste and health promoting qualities. Mangoes are very high in dietary fibers, vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Mango Infographic:

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Mangoes as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Mango Infographic:

1. mangoes are rich in pre-biotic dietary fiber which aids our digestion
2. very high in poly-phenolic flavonoid antioxidants
3. mango is high in potassium for heart health & lowers blood pressure
4. rich in copper for production of enzymes & red blood cells
5. mango protects against colon, breast, leukemia & prostate cancers
6. clears clogged pores and eliminates pimples
7. very rich in vitamin A which promotes good eyesight
8. mango alkalizes the entire body helping to maintain pH balance
9. good source of vitamin E which improves sex drive
10. mangoes are great remedy for sun stroke and heat stroke

Mango Nutrition Facts as described on our Mangoes Infographic

• Serving Size = 1 cup of sliced mango
• Calories = 107
• Calories from Fat = 4 g
• Total Fat = 0.45 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 3 mg
• Potassium = 257 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 28.05 g
• Dietary Fiber = 3 g
• Sugars = 24.42 g
• Protein = 0.84 g
• Vitamin A = 25% RDI
• Vitamin C = 76% RDI
• Calcium = 2% RDI
• Iron = 1% RDI

Healthy Mango Recipes on our Mango Infographic

1. Mango Cinnamon smoothie
2. Mango Coconut dessert balls
3. Mango Monster salsa

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

Things You May Not Know About Mangoes as described on our Mango Infographic

• Mangoes are native to South Asia & can fruit even after 300 years
• Mango leaves help normalize insulin levels in the blood, aiding in DIABETES prevention & treatment.
• Ripe, ORGANIC and fresh mangoes are the most NUTRITIOUS.
• Look for UNSULFURED ORGANIC dried mango.
• The peel is rich in phytonutrients, carotenoids and polyphenols
• Keep them at room temp in paper covers to ripen
• Unripe, raw, green mango are used in of pickles, jam & chutney
• National fruit of India, Pakistan and the Philippines
• Recent research has shown that mangoes are important in the fight against many types of cancers

The Just Add Good Stuff Mango infographic (we also call it our dark chocolate infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Mango infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of Mango which would affect our Top 10 Mango health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of mangoes in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about Mango in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Mango Infographic.

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It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF MINT > Nutritional Data, Interesting Facts & Recipes on our Just Add Mint Infographic!

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Just Add Mint! Known from antiquity, mint is an aromatic herb with many curative properties. There’s a lot more to mint than fresheners, candy, tooth paste & inhalers! See below for more mint uses! Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Mint Infographic:

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Mint as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Mint Infographic:

1. effective pain reliever for headaches & migraines
2. mint alleviates gastrointestinal problems like indigestion
3. antiseptic & antibacterial properties used to treat cuts & burns
4. mint acts as a topical treatment of acne and acne scars
5. alleviates arthritis pain, insect sting irritation and eczema
6. mint improves bad breath and alleviates diarrhea and bloating
7. natural treatment of the common cold and flu
8. mint is used as a decongestant with antiviral properties
9. used in treatment of menstrual cramps
10. mint helps treat the hiccups

Mint Nutrition Facts as described on our Mint Infographic

• Serving Size = 2 tbps
• Calories = 2
• Calories from Fat = 0 g
• Total Fat = 0.03 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 1 mg
• Potassium = 18 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 0.48 g
• Dietary Fiber = 0.3 g
• Sugars = 0 g
• Protein = 0.12 g
• Vitamin A = 3% RDI
• Vitamin C = 2% RDI
• Calcium = 1% RDI
• Iron = 1% RDI

Healthy Mint Recipes on our Mint Infographic

1. Organic Mango Mint smoothie
2. Organic Mint Ice Cubes
3. Raw Cacao Mint cookies

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

Things You May Not Know About Mint as described on our Mint Infographic

• Mint gets its name from MENTHE, a Greek mythical character
• The mint herb is native to temperate areas of Europe, Asia & Africa
• Mint can be VERY INVASIVE, so grow in containers or buckets
• There are >30 TYPES & each smells/tastes different
• The US produces 70% of the world’s peppermint & spearmint
• Mint OIL is recovered by distilling using steam
• Mint has been found in Egyptian tombs from as far back as 1000 BC
• Rats & mice dislike the smell and taste of mint!
• Peppermint is the #1 selling flavor among non-chocolate hard candies

The Just Add Good Stuff Mint infographic (we also call it our dark chocolate infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Mint infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of Mint which would affect our Top 10 beets health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of dark chocolate in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about beets in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Mint Infographic.

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COCONUT WATER INFOGRAPHIC > Top 10 Benefits of Coconut Water along with Nutritional Data, Interesting Facts and Recipes!

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Just Add Coconut Water! Naturally refreshing, coconut water is the clear liquid inside a young coconut. Often called ‘Mother Nature’s sports drink’ coconut water is naturally fat and cholesterol free, low in calories and contains high levels of potassium and electrolytes. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff CacaoInfographic:

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Coconut Water as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Coconut Water Infographic:

1. contains easily digestible carbohydrates
2. coconut water is rich in electrolytes required for proper muscle contraction
3. high in potassium which is necessary for proper hydration
4. potassium also counteracts high sodium diets & hypertension
5. coconut water contains antioxidants which protect you from free radicals
6. source of calcium, iron and magnesium – low in sodium
7. coconut water has no known side effects and very few allergies
8. contains cytokinins which promote cell division & growth
9. coconut water fights free radicals against cancer, alzheimers & infection
10. keeps us fresh, active, fit & sharp

 
*please note that not all benefits have been clinically proven yet BUT coconut water is more nutritious & natural than any sports drink.
 

Coconut Water Nutrition Facts as described on our Coconut Water Infographic

• Serving Size = 1 cup
• Calories = 46
• Calories from Fat = 4
• Total Fat = 0.48 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 252 mg
• Potassium = 600 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 8.9 g
• Dietary Fiber = 2.6 g
• Sugars = 6.26 g
• Protein = 1.73 g
• Vitamin A = 0% RDI
• Vitamin C = 10% RDI
• Calcium = 6% RDI
• Iron = 4% RDI

Healthy Coconut Water Recipes on our Coconut Water Infographic

1. Fresh Organic Coconut water
2. Green Monster Superfood smoothie
3. Coconut Water Quinoa Veggie main dish

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

Things You May Not Know About Coconut Water as described on our Coconut Water Infographic

• Buy young, green organic coconuts for NATURAL unaltered nutrients
• Most PACKAGED coconut water has been pasteurized or are made from concentrate, which reduces nutrients
• WATCH OUT for coconut water that has added sugar – don’t buy!
• It’s NOT CALORIE FREE so don’t drink too much!
• Has LESS SUGAR than most sports drinks, sodas & fruit juices
• Is STERILE and has been used in place of medical saline
• Often called “Mother Nature’s sports drink” by marketers
• NOT very effective in weight loss diets
• Coconut water can be fermented to produce coconut vinegar

The Just Add Good Stuff Coconut Water infographic (we also call it our dark chocolate infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The Coconut Water infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of coconut waterwhich would affect our Top 10 beets health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of dark chocolate in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about beets in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Coconut Water Infographic.

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CACAO INFOGRAPHIC > Top 10 Cacao Health Benefits, Interesting Things about Raw Chocolate, Nutritional Data plus Cacao Recipes! Just Add Cacao!

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Just Add Cacao! Cacao is the raw, unprocessed form of the cacao bean that is further refined and processed to produce chocolate. Raw organic cacao is one of the healthiest superfoods in the world, offering a wealth of antioxidants and essential vitamins and minerals Here is the Just Add Good Stuff CacaoInfographic:

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Cacao as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Cacao Infographic:

1. extremely high in anti-oxidants to combat free radicals
2. cacao promotes cardiovascular function/health & prevent strokes
3. lowers blood pressure and improves body circulation
4. raw cacao is rich in ‘bliss chemicals’ enhancing physical & mental well-being
5. improves digestion through production of digestive enzymes
6. dark chocolate increases insulin sensitivity & is relatively safe for diabetics
7. acts as a mild diuretic, pushing toxins out of your body
8. raw cacao is used as a natural cough suppressant
9. increases blood circulation that improves focus & mood
10. dark chocolate may be the best anti-aging superfood in the world

Cacao Nutrition Facts as described on our Cacao Infographic

• Serving Size = 2 tbsp
• Calories = 120
• Calories from Fat = 40
• Total Fat = 4 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 6 mg
• Potassium = 0 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 15 g
• Dietary Fiber = 9 g
• Sugars = 0 g
• Protein = 6 g
• Vitamin A = 0% RDI
• Vitamin C = 0% RDI
• Calcium = 5% RDI
• Iron = 22% RDI

Healthy Cacao Recipes on our Cacao Infographic

1. Raw Cacao Ginger dessert balls
2. The Ultimate Superfood smoothie
3. Raw Cacao Almond brownies

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

Things You May Not Know About Cacao as described on our Cacao Infographic

• Only buy RAW ORGANIC cacao powder or nibs… but skip PROCESSED chocolate in any form if possible.
• Use CACAO to describe the seeds, pods & nibs; Use COCOA to describe processed/sweetened cacao
• The DARKER / LESS TREATED chocolate, the more nutritious it is
• Raw organic cacao also comes in butter and pastes
• Per serving, has the HIGHEST concentrations of antioxidant levels!
• Addictive & harmful unless consumed in moderation!
• OLDEST HUMAN lived to 122. She ate 2.5 lbs of cacao a week!
• Greek name means “cacao, the food of the gods”
• Raw cacao contains over 300 vital antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. That’s why cacao is often referred to as a ‘superfood’

The Just Add Good Stuff raw cacao infographic (we also call it our dark chocolate infograph) talks about general facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The cacao infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of cacao which would affect our Top 10 beets health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of dark chocolate in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about beets in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Cacao Infographic.

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BEETS INFOGRAPHIC > Just Add Beets/Beetroot… Top 10 Health Benefits, Nutritional Details and Interesting Facts about Beetroot and Beets!

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Just Add Beets! Beets (or beetroot) are highly nutritious root vegetables. The unique set of pigment antioxidants in the ‘root’ in addition to the top nutrient rich ‘greens’ make beets highly effective in the protection against many diseases. Here is the Just Add Good Stuff Beets Infographic:

TOP 10 Health Benefits of Beets as described in the Just Add Good Stuff Beetroot Infographic:

1. beets are a great source of energy with good sugars, low calories and fat
2. beetroot cleanses our body, purifies blood & maintains liver function
3. rich in glycine betaine which protects against heart disease
4. beets contain sodium, magnesium, calcium, iron & phosphorus
5. raw beets are high in folic acid for production of new cells
6. beetroot is rich in betaine, boosting mental health & treats depression
7. contain antioxidants that fight against many types of cancer
8. beets are high in trytophan which treats stress & relaxes the mind
9. beetroot is rich in boron which kick-starts production of sex hormones
10. the top beet greens are high in vitamin A and C

Beet Nutrition Facts as described on our Beet Root Infographic

• Serving Size = 1 cup
• Calories = 58
• Calories from Fat = 2
• Total Fat = 0.23 g
• Cholesterol = 0 mg
• Sodium = 106 mg
• Potassium = 442 mg
• Total Carbohydrate = 13 g
• Dietary Fiber = 3.8 g
• Sugars = 9.19 g
• Protein = 2.19 g
• Vitamin A = 1% RDI
• Vitamin C = 11% RDI
• Calcium = 2% RDI
• Iron = 6% RDI

Healthy Beet Recipes on our Beetroot Infographic

1. Spicy Baked Beet chips
2. Fresh Organic Beetroot cold pressed juice
3. Beet and Beetroot summer salad

* All of our recipes are gluten-free, dairy-free and vegan! Click here for more recipes!

Things You May Not Know About Beet Root/Beetroot as described on our Beets Infographic

• Beets are often called nature’s viagra with their high BORON content
• Beetroot is also known as the table beet, garden beet, red or golden beet
• Red color compound BETANIN cannot be broken down by our bodies so it may cause temporary red urine & stool (not harmful)
• Cooking beets depletes nutrient levels dramatically
• The TOP GREENS of beets are rich in antioxidants, vitamin A & carotenoids!
• Use a proper JUICER when juicing beets (lots of fiber)
• Contain BETACYANIN which are effective in breaking down tumours
• Beet root is used to treat and cure boils, abscesses and even acne
• Beets contain the HIGHEST source of natural sugar, after the sugar cane

The Just Add Good Stuff beet root infographic (we also call it our beets infograph) talks about general beetroot facts and nutritional details. For more info about the health benefits and nutritional information, please contact us and we will find out more from licensed dieticians and medical science professionals. It is our goal to provide the best information possible and to help inspire you to become more healthy through diet, nutrition and fitness. The beetroot infographic will be updated whenever necessary, as studies and clinical research provides us with more insight into the health benefits of beets which would affect our Top 10 beets health benefits. In addition, we constantly experiment with uses of beetroot in various dishes, so our recipes will also reflect that. Lastly, if we find any more interesting facts and figures about beets in general, we will also update the ‘Did You Know?’ section of our Just Add Good Stuff Beets Infographic.

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It is not intended to nor should it be a substitute for advice, consultation or visits to your health care provider.
‘Nutrition Facts’ provided by FatSecret.com and verified by Just Add Good Stuff.