Beets and Blood Pressure

seadoug

seadoug

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My systolic blood pressure tends to run a bit high. I've always been told that beets reduce blood pressure. I've always hated beets. Can't stand the taste. A couple of years ago I purchased a case of beet juice, and although it wasn't bad I just couldn't work a bottle into my daily routine.

So, I was at the health food store and found Super Beets by Humann. They are gummies that supposedly offer twice the blood pressure efficacy of other types of supplements. They are delicious. I just take 2 each day. I haven't checked my blood pressure yet, but I'm hoping the claim is true.

Have any of you tried beet supplements, and if so, did you find that they actually helped reduce blood pressure?
 

It’s being pushed for leg blood circulation now, of which I have none. Ads for it’s wonders are popping up everywhere, which makes me suspicious.

I also hate beets. My Grandma Rose would say “Come the Revolution we all eat borscht.” Ugh.

Hopefully it works for you Dougie. Please let us know ok?
 

It would be useful if you could give updates. This is a problem which many of us have and if it can be controlled with food rather than drugs, so much the better.
 
Doug, since your BP tends to run high, I’d suggest getting a monitor for home. They’re not expensive.

I love beets in any form. One way to have them is with the pickled grated ones on your salad. Start with just a few. No way I’d drink beet juice.
 
Beetroot powder from the health food store is actually good. Beets are 'eh' for me, but the powder is ok. Good for a pre exercise/pre workout, and nitric oxide is so good for the body just in general. Great for the heart, arteries, cholesterol, etc.
 
I googled it and beets do help with high blood pressure but you need to consumer regularly. Also spinach, celery and leafy greens help. Food does not take the place of meds prescribed for your doctor. The gummies are only good if your blood pressure is already in the normal range.
 
Yep, beets can help, but you have to eat a certain amount every single day.
Too little, no effect.
Not consistant, lose effect.
 
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Regular exercise and reduced stress are recommended for regulating blood pressure.

When I was married, my stress level was high and so was my blood pressure. Once my wife passed away and my finances were put in order, my blood pressure reads normal. And I don't even exercise.

All supplements are unproven and they include the word "may" in their claims of effectiveness.

The difference between those who purchase supplements vs those who do not, is that those who do not buy them, die with those dollars still available for real necessities in life.
 
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Supplements only provide a modest reduction in blood pressure, which may not be enough to reach safe levels. I tried all sorts of supplements for my blood pressure without achieving the desired result, then finally resorted to Lisinopril (prescription) which kept BP in an acceptable range for years. Recently, I've had further adjustments and still struggle to keep it in range.

For me at least - and I can't speak for others - high BP seems to advance with age.
 
seadoug said:
My systolic blood pressure tends to run a bit high. I've always been told that beets reduce blood pressure. I've always hated beets. Can't stand the taste. A couple of years ago I purchased a case of beet juice, and although it wasn't bad I just couldn't work a bottle into my daily routine.

So, I was at the health food store and found Super Beets by Humann. They are gummies that supposedly offer twice the blood pressure efficacy of other types of supplements. They are delicious. I just take 2 each day. I haven't checked my blood pressure yet, but I'm hoping the claim is true.

Have any of you tried beet supplements, and if so, did you find that they actually helped reduce blood pressure?
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I take Super Beets daily. I feel they help along with other measures.... Certainly doesn’t hurt any to just put them in your daily routine.
 
I love pickled diced beets on a salad. Also beets roasted in the oven. If I don’t have fresh beets I use a can of plain beets, usually the quartered ones. Drain, but don’t rinse. Pat them with a paper towel to remove some moisture. Add little olive oil and whatever seasoning you want. roast in oven at 400F . 15-20 ish minutes.

I have no idea if they help with blood pressure.
 
seadoug said:
My systolic blood pressure tends to run a bit high. I've always been told that beets reduce blood pressure. I've always hated beets. Can't stand the taste. A couple of years ago I purchased a case of beet juice, and although it wasn't bad I just couldn't work a bottle into my daily routine.

So, I was at the health food store and found Super Beets by Humann. They are gummies that supposedly offer twice the blood pressure efficacy of other types of supplements. They are delicious. I just take 2 each day. I haven't checked my blood pressure yet, but I'm hoping the claim is true.

Have any of you tried beet supplements, and if so, did you find that they actually helped reduce blood pressure?
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No need for the gummies, I love beets. Steamed or baked all by themselves works for me or pickled. But, like @MountainRa they are a favorite item in salads for me too.
 

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