Beetroot lowers levels of triglycerides in the blood (fatty liver), lowers blood pressure and improves athletic performance. It is also rich in folate and manganese. It is high in immune-boosting vitamin C, fiber and essential minerals. Containing the powerful antioxidant betacyan, which gives beetroots their deep red/purple color, this vegetable purifies the blood, boosting the body’s natural defenses in the liver, regenerating immune cells. It also contains silica, which is vital for healthy skin, fingernails, ligaments, tendons and bones.