Sea Beet: Experts weigh in on health benefits, nutrition facts, and more
Perspective from Luciana M. Cherubin
Bachelor in Nutrition · 5 years of experience · Argentina
Benefits
- Sea beet helps in the normal function of the thyroid. Edible seaweeds are some of the most sources of iodine, and sea beets are one of them. Iodine is important for the normal functioning of the thyroid.
- Sea beet promotes regular bowel movement as it is high in fiber.
Possible Side Effects
- Consume large amounts of sea beet could cause hypocalemia, kidney damage or toxicity from the plant oxalates.
Perspective from Cagla E. Kayma
Bachelor of Science Nutrition and Dietetics · 7 years of experience · UK
Benefits
- Sea beet can significantly lower blood pressure after only a few hours of consumption. Sea beets are full of vitamins, minerals and medicinal plant compounds, they are low in calories and high in fiber, folate, manganese and dietary nitrates.
Possible Side Effects
- Beets are generally safe for consumption, but due to their high levels of oxalate content, they carry the risk of contributing to kidney stone formation. People with sensitive stomachs or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) should also eat cautiously, as beets can cause digestive discomfort.
Reference: Microsoft Health Start: Story by Luciana M. Cherubin and Cagla E. Kayma
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