Beets: A Fertility Boosting Super-Food for Male & Female Fertility
Oh, the fertility boosting properties of beets!
As Tom Robbins (one of my favorite authors and a man who knows a thing or two about being fertile) writes in the Jitterbug Perfume “THE BEET IS THE MOST INTENSE of vegetables.”
So what makes the beet such an intensely great fertility food?
It helps build uterine lining naturally by increasing circulation and as such blod flow into the utertine cavity. It’s the high level of Nitrate in beets which during digestion converts to Nitric Oxide that is responsible for this increase in blood flow
The high levels of iron make beets great blood builders. They help in the development of red blood cells. Red blood cells do the important work of transporting oxygen to all cells of the body which of course includes the reproductive tract.
Another fertility and uterine-lining-friendly property of beets is due to its high level of antioxidants which help reduce inflammation. Lower levels of inflammation make it easier for the implantation of the embryo
But don’t make the mistake of dismissing the fertility-packed power of BEET GREENS. Are you ready? Beet Greens are chuck full of some key blood building nutrients such as iron, phosphorus, zinc, fiber, vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, copper, and manganese. They also supply vitamin A, vitamin C, and Calcium all of which are essential for creating a hospitable place for the baby’s first nursery.
And it’s a no-brainer that all of these fabulous properties of the mighty beet will continue to keep us strong and fertile as we continue on our perfect parenting journeys.
Roasted Beets
- 3 Med-Large Beets
- 1/2 teaspoon minced Garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon Rosemary leaves (Fresh if Available)
- 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
- Salt and Ground Black Pepper (to taste)
Peel and Cut Beets into 1/2 inch cubes.
Toss in Olive Oil, Garlic, Rosemary, Salt and Pepper
Roast on Tray at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.
Sautéed Beet Greens
- 8 – 10 Beet Green leaves (4 – 6 cups after dicing)
- 1/2 teaspoon minced Garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon minced Ginger
- 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
- pinch Cayenne
- Soy Sauce (Tamari)
Wash and Cut Greens into 1 inch squares
Add Oil Garlic and Ginger to Hot Saute pan
Add Greens, stir and cover for 1 minute
Uncover and add Cayenne and Soy Sauce or Tamari, stir and cover for another 1-3 minutes.
Cooking time will vary depending on the quantity of Greens and the heat source.