Beets are a naturally rich source of nitrates, which relax blood vessels and help control blood pressure. As beet juice may interact with medications, such as PDE-5 inhibitors (sildenafil citrate, tadalafil and vardenafil, marketed as Viagra, Cialis and Levitra), this tip may not be appropriate for everyone.

Why is beet juice bad?

If you're prone to calcium oxalate kidney stones, don't drink beet juice. Beets are high in oxalates, which are naturally occurring substances that form crystals in your urine. They may lead to stones.

Do doctors recommend beet juice?

Researchers have concluded that one glass of beetroot juice a day is enough to significantly reduce blood pressure in people with high blood pressure. They conducted a placebo-controlled trial with dozens of participants.