FOOD & NUTRITION
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Josephine Josephine is our Food & Nutrition Supervisor. She and her staff are passionate about creating nutritious and delicious menus that introduce foods that you may have never tried, including those with traditional ingredients.
Know your beets!
Nutrition Facts
3.5-ounce serving of boiled beetroot Amount per serving
Calories
Total Fat 0.2g Total Carbohydrate 10g Dietary Fiber 2g Protein 1.7g Folate Manganese Copper Potassium Magnesium Vitamin C Vitamin B6 Iron
14 WINTER 2021
44 % Daily Value* % % % % 20% 14% 8% 7% 6% 4% 4% 4%
Beets contain almost all the vitamins and minerals your body needs and are so versatile that they can be added to many dishes to boost your daily nutrients. The folate and fiber in beets aid in heart health and digestion. Manganese improves bone formation, metabolism and brain function. Copper increases energy and the production of neurotransmitters, which carry vital messages between cells. Because beets are high in nitrates, which dilate blood vessels, beets also may help keep your blood pressure in normal range or even lower it. The phytonutrient betalain provides antioxidant, anti-flammatory and detoxification support that help combat obesity, heart disease, liver disease and cancer. Beets are not only nutritious, they are super easy to incorporate into your diet. They can be used in salads, dips, desserts, soups, juices and smoothies. Always choose beets that feel heavy for their size and if the greens are still attached, make sure they are crisp. Here are two delicious recipes to try.
