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QuestionCan you cook the beets first?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYou can, but it's neither necessary nor advisable. If you cook them, you'll just cook out all the nutrients that you would be getting in the juice. You'll also get less juice out of them. -
QuestionCan I add pink salt to it?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerSure! You can add virtually anything you want that you think would improve the flavor. Play around with different ingredients until you find the blend that you like the best. -
QuestionWhy do I need to strain it? Wouldn't I be missing out on some very beneficial fiber?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYou need to strain the puree to get actual juice. You can eat the puree if you want, but that wouldn't be the same as drinking juice. It's true that juices don't have as much fiber as the actual vegetables, but that's just part of the juicing process. -
QuestionWhat are the benefits of beetroot juice for my skin?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerBeets have anti-inflammatory properties, so there's some evidence that drinking beetroot juice regularly can calm inflammation from skin irritations and reduce acne. It can also help promote a bright, healthy complexion. -
QuestionCan I use this for making pickled eggs?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerAbsolutely! You'd need to combine it with vinegar and sugar to activate the pickling process. It would give your eggs a lovely pink color. -
QuestionHow much beetroot juice should you drink per day?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerIt really depends on why you're drinking it. If you want to lower your blood pressure, drink at least 1 250-ml glass of beetroot juice per day. Generally, you want to be careful drinking any more than that because beets have high concentrations of oxalates and can promote kidney stones. -
QuestionIs beetroot juice good for nursing mothers?wikiHow Staff EditorThis answer was written by one of our trained team of researchers who validated it for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
Staff AnswerwikiHow Staff EditorStaff AnswerYes! Beets are a great source of iron and other minerals. Since many mothers have low iron levels after giving birth, beetroot juice can help get those up to healthy levels. Beetroot juice can also help increase your milk supply. -
QuestionWhat are the benefits of juice?Community AnswerIt depends on the type of juice as many of them have different benefits. However, as stated in the article, beetroot juice in particular can improve blood circulation and lower blood pressure.
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QuestionI do not have a blender. Can I just use a grater?EllieCommunity AnswerNo, you can't use a grater. This will just shred it into strips rather than making juice. Use a food processor instead.
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QuestionCan I use canned beets?Community AnswerYou probably can, but there will likely be a taste difference. For best results, use fresh beets.
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QuestionWhen do I add sugar to my beetroot juice?Community AnswerI wouldn't recommend adding sugar to your beetroot juice -- for sweetness, the recipe here suggests pineapple juice. However, if you wanted to add sugar, you could add it at pretty much any point in the process.
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QuestionDo I have to strain it? Even if I'm blending multiple fruits and veggies in it?Community AnswerYes, you should still strain the juice, even when adding other fruits and veggies.
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