Beetroot juice can help lower blood pressure in those over 60

Beetroot juice can lower blood pressure in those aged 60 and above by suppressing potentially harmful bacteria in the mouth. Experts at the University of Exeter in their new study compared the responses of younger adults and older adults to beetroot juice, which is rich in dietary nitrates. These nitrates are converted by the body into nitric oxide, which helps to relax and widen blood vessels and lower blood pressure. The study included 39 adults under the age of 30, and 36 people in their 60s and 70s. For two weeks, each group were given shots of beetroot juice. After