11/19/2025
A new study found that older adults who drank beet juice for just 2 weeks had healthier blood pressure.
But why does it work?
Here’s what’s happening behind the scenes 👇
✔️ Beets are rich in nitrate
✔️ Oral bacteria convert nitrate into nitric oxide
✔️ Nitric oxide helps relax blood vessels and support circulation
The study also found that beet juice shifted the oral microbiome in a healthier direction—boosting beneficial bacteria and reducing those linked with inflammation.
✨ In naturopathic medicine, we love this kind of research—because it shows how the gut, oral microbiome, and vascular system are deeply connected.
Small, natural changes can make a measurable difference in your health.
Curious about how to support healthy blood pressure and circulation through nutrition?
Comment BEET and we’ll share your next steps. ❤️
PMID: 40615058
