Constipation and
piles
The cellulose content
of the beet acts as a bulk residue, increases peristalsis and eases the passage
of stool. Its regular use thus prevents habitual constipation. A decoction of
the beetroot is highly valuable in chronic constipation and hemorrhoids. It may
be given in doses of half to one tumbler at bedtime
Circulatory disorders
Beet juice is an
excellent solvent for inorganic calcium deposits. It is therefore, valuable in
the treatment of hypertension, arteriosclerosis, heart trouble and varicose
veins
Kidney and gall
bladder disorders
The beet juice, in
combination with carrot and cucumber juice, is one of the finest cleansing materials
for kidneys and gall bladder.
Skin disorders
The water in which
beet roots and tops have been boiled is an excellent application for skin
inflammation, particularly boils. For an irritable skin, measles and eruptive
fevers, the body should be sponged down occasionally with a mixture of three
parts of beet water to one part of white vinegar.
Menstrual and menopausal
disorders
Beet juice has been
found to be very effective for menstrual disorders when used in small
quantities of 60 to 90 ml two or three times a day. During menopause, this
procedure has been found to be more helpful than drugs or synthetic hormones.
Dandruff
The decoction of
beets mixed with a little vinegar can be used externally to cleanse scurf. For dandruff,
the beet water should also be massaged into the scalp gently every night.
Uses
Beets can be taken in
a variety of ways. They are widely used in salads and in the preparation of
pickles and chutney. They can be baked like potatoes or boiled, steamed or
cooked.
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