Red Beets are a good source of antioxidants and minerals. It is recommended to add beets in our daily diet in the flu season.
Beet contains high amounts of manganese. It contains high amounts of vitamin A, vitamin B and vitamin C. It has anti-inflammatory compounds. Beets are very high in folate or folic acid. Folic acid is vital in repairing damaged cells and maintaining the healthy ones.
Folic Acid is highly recommended for pregnant women as it plays a vital role in formation of an unborn child's brain. Folate also plays a role in reducing depression.
3.5 oz (100g) of beets salad has 90 calories. It contains about 1.6g of protein.
Beets salad contains about 8 percent vitamin C and more than 2 percent vitamin A and calcium.