11 Superfoods for People Over 50

9. Beetroot

 

Another root veggie with a diverse nutritional composition is beetroot. Eating it regularly will net you plenty of vitamins A and C, as well as folic acid, fiber, and minerals like calcium, potassium, manganese, and iron. It is packed with antioxidants that can reduce your risk of cancer.

Beetroot is also thought to improve exercise performance, prevent dementia, and lower blood pressure.

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