Scientists have found that beets and other nitrate-rich vegetables may help lower blood pressure.

Avocado is famous for potassium, but several lesser-known foods may deliver even more of this essential mineral per serving.

If you love roasted beets, don’t toss the leafy greens attached to the roots—they’re super-nutritious, contributing magnesium for muscle health and vitamins A (a vision supporter) and K (for blood ...

With their earthy flavor and lovely color, beets are a welcome addition to any winter dish. They are inexpensive, versatile and hearty, and you can even eat beet greens to reduce food waste. Beets are ...

It’s beet season in our neighbor’s garden. (Hint, hint … yes, I love homegrown beets!) We call them “beets” here in the US and Canada. In Britain, they are more accurately referred to as “beetroot” ...

Juicing beets has several benefits ranging from increasing your nitric oxide production, which improves blood flow and lowers blood pressure, to helping babies and children grow in their most rapid ...

Some people think they taste like dirt; others appreciate their earthiness. There's no doubt that beets are one of those love-it-or-hate-it kinds of vegetables. If you're among the haters, it may be ...

Winter can feel like a meat-and-potatoes month, a time when we lean into savory, heavier meals. But it's important to leave room for vegetables on your plate, and if you prefer to eat seasonal produce ...

2 bunches small-medium beets with greens (8 beets) 4 whole star anise "flowers" or 1 teaspoon anise or fennel seeds 1 tablespoon butter Lemon juice 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Trim off beet greens ...

A reader from New Jersey reminded me of my promise to address the benefits and drawbacks of red beet powder in a future article. “Would you please let me know when your article on (this topic) will be ...

While I have thoroughly enjoyed harvesting a wide variety of vegetables this season, I have been most excited about plucking a beautiful batch of ruby beets from the garden and preparing delicious ...