SALS, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, India
Beetroot (Beta vulgaris) is also known as Chukander. The natural grouping of beetroot as an herbaceous biennial from Chenopodiaceae family. It is low in caloric value but high in sugar content. It is basically a winter season crop that is grown worldwide. Beetroot is rich in many vitamins like vitamin A, B and C and many minerals like Ca, Mg, Cu, Na, Fe, P and also rich in antioxidant properties. Beetroot is also useful in treating many diseases like skin problems, heart disease, cancer, blood pressure, inflammation etc. it also helps in treating anemia, improve sexual health and prevent osteoporosis. There are many products of beetroot which are sold worldwide in the forms of snacks, jam and jellies. The purpose of this review is to discuss the nutritional value and health benefits of the taproot plant beetroot which is scientifically known as Beta vulgaris.