Inflammation can cause build-up of “plaque” in the arteries and heart attacks. Raw beets last several weeks in the fridge and freeze well once cooked. The Romans celebrated its aphrodisiac properties and scientific research has shown the beetroot contains biologically active compounds. If there ever was a particular vegetable revered for its health benefits, the humble beetroot, beta vulgaris, would win. Most of my patients are amenable to trying foods which might help fight disease. Social, economic and personal factors really matter. Food is a passion of mine (I won MasterChef in 2017) and I often talk to patients about their diets. Most non-communicable, chronic illnesses can be prevented through long-term “healthy” diet patterns. As a specialist registrar in gastroenterology, I know there’s a limit to what modern medicine can achieve.
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