Beet juice is newest health drink

We don't often turn to beets when we think of ultrahealthy foods, but it looks like we should.

WedMD has a good article today that summarizes the virtues of the vegetable people love to hate.

According to the latest science, beet juice supports increased stamina, helps you exercise longer, normalizes constipation, promotes improved blood flow and reduced blood pressure.

Beets are said to be rich in potent antioxidants, those natural food chemicals known to help reduce damage from stress.

And Ayurveda has been using beets for centuries to benefit hemorrhoids.

The recent studies used about 2 cups of beet juice per day, but more modest amounts, mixed with other healthy juices, could add soem serious zip to your health program.