Nitrate Rich Vegetables

The Benefits of 100% Organic Juices

Wednesday, December 30, 2009 by Sara Cox

Studies continue to show the benefits of organic products. In the Fall issue of The Organic Report, the News & Trends section features an article on this subject. It examines recent findings of a study conducted by the University of Aix-Marseille in France, commissioned by the French agency for Food Safety.

The study confirmed “…the high nutritional quality and safety of food produced using organic practices.”* The benefits include more dry matter, minerals and antioxidant micronutrients than non-organic counterparts. In addition, the study showed that 100% organic foods have “…significantly lower amounts of nitrates and residues of toxic chemical pesticides, fungicides and herbicide.”*

Biotta Juices – All-Natural. 100% Organic
What do we mean when we say our juices are 100% organic? Biotta uses only organic farming for all our fruits and vegetables. For more than 50 years, we’ve been dedicated to producing top-quality organic juices from fruits and vegetables that are fresh from the field to the bottle. Over the years, Biotta has farmed more than 1,700 acres of chemical-free, fertilizer-free, and toxic-free land.

But, production processes also have a direct influence on the quality of a juice. The basic rule is: the fewer steps in the production and the lower the processing temperature, the higher the nutritional value of the juice. Biotta extracts juice from healthy, field/vine-ripened fruits and vegetables. Competitors often store vegetable juices in tanks to be bottled as needed. The result is that these juices are repeatedly heated and the quality is diminished. Biotta bottles our juices immediately after extracting the juice.

And Biotta juices are never reconstituted from concentrates, and no artificial additives (preservatives, vitamins) are used. Biotta juices are 100% organic, fresh from the field to the bottle. Great care is taken throughout the growing and production processes to ensure our customers receive the freshest juices available on the market.

Want more information about Biotta juices? If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right. If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory. If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note: Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice. We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*The Organic Report, Fall 2009, News & Trends, “Studies continue to look at benefits of organic products”

More about Beet Juice

Thursday, December 10, 2009 by Sara Cox

We’ve written often about the wonders of beet juice. Here are a few of the benefits highlighted in recent articles:

1.    Provides energy boost. A recent study published by Exeter University concluded that drinking two glasses of beetroot juice per day can help people exercise for up to 16% longer.*

2.    Lowers blood pressure. An online February 4th issue of Hypertension cited a study that showed a drop in blood pressure one hour after drinking beet juice. The study concluded that two cups of beet juice can lower blood pressure by approximately 10 points.

3.    Increases dietary nitrates – Beet juice increases the amount of nitric oxide in the body. That, in turn, helps blood vessels relax, lowers blood pressure and has anti-inflammatory benefits as well.**

4.    May assist in helping other illnesses and healthcare issues – Many other sources indicate that beet juice may be therapeutic for sexual weakness, kidney stones, gall bladder, kidney, liver and prostate troubles.***

5.    Aids in digestion problems – Beet juice contains chlorine, a mineral acts to regulate digestion by controlling the rhythmical contraction of the abdomen.***

6.    Builds immune system – Beet juice is also believed to help maintain cell function and strengthen your body’s own natural resistance to disease.

7.    Helps build strong bones – Beet juice contains calcium, important to maintaining bone health.****

8.    Helps fight cancer - Betacyanin is the ingredient that has been identified as the main tumor-fighting agent in beets. Betacyanin gives beets its bright reddish purple color, and it also helps to detoxify the body, in general.*****

Beet Red

Beets can also be used as a natural food coloring. In 1971, Red No. 2 dye was linked to cancer and, ever since then, health-conscious consumers have been looking for natural food dyes. Beets have a distinct red color that can be used as a natural food dye or spray dried to make beet root powder.******

The Amazing Beet
In addition to these wonderful health benefits, did you know that beets can help defeat icy roads? Seriously. In states like Maryland, beets are being used as a great eco de-icer! “It is the sugar beet’s by-product—a de-sugared liquid typically fed to animals or flushed down the drain—that can withstand temperatures down to -30 degrees Fahrenheit.” “…Combinations of beet juice and rock salt are being sprayed on streets and highways by the transportation departments in DC, Missouri and Ohio and in cities scattered throughout the Midwest and Northeast,”*******

Biotta Beet Juice
Uses for the astounding beet just keep multiplying! At any rate, Biotta Beet Juice is our most popular selection, rich with natural minerals and vitamins. It’s a refreshing, crisp, cool and healthy addition to your diet. Biotta’s Beet Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles.

Want more information about Biotta juices? If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right. If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory. If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note: Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice. We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

* http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8186947.stm
**http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/2008/03/03/beat-high-blood/
***http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/articles/Beet-juice-and-benefit-of-beet.html
****http://www.anti-aging-nutrition-and-fitness.com/beet-juice.html
*****http://www.betterbe.ca/Documents/Ferenczi1961eng.pdf
******http://cookingresources.suite101.com/article.cfm/organic_red_food_coloring_beets_and_betanin#ixzz0X2Rv0pKF
******* March 24, 2009MNN.com>Lifestyle>MyGreen Day

The Other Side of Beet Juice

Friday, November 13, 2009 by George Pappas

We’ve talked many times about the amazing properties and health benefits of beet root juice. Beet juice can help lower blood pressure, increase dietary nitrates and thereby increase stamina, aid in digestive problems, detoxify the body, build the immune system, strengthen bones, and help fight cancer by breaking up tumors.

Beet Juice Sensitivity
But, some articles have surfaced that warn about the dangers of drinking beet juice straight. While most people do not have a problem drinking beet juice, in some people, drinking straight beet juice can cause giddiness, heartthrob, general weakness and vomiting.*

Drink Beet Juice in Combination

If you are sensitive to beet juice and can’t drink it without feeling dizzy or lightheaded, a simple solution is to try combining beet juice with other organic juices and vegetables. In this way, your body can reap the benefits of beet juice’s healthy properties without experiencing unpleasant side effects. Some wonderful carrot/beet combinations include:

• Carrot, beet, ginger, garlic

•    Carrot, beet, cucumber
•    Carrot, beet, parsley, cucumber
•    Carrot, spinach, beet
•    Carrot, celery, parsley, beet
•    Carrot, beet, cucumber, parsley, garlic **

Try combining Biotta Beetroot Juice with our Carrot or Celery Root Juices for a wonderful, refreshing, healthy taste treat.

Beet Juice Can Increase Energy
Remember, for most people, drinking beet juice straight is not a problem. In fact, recent research shows that drinking two glasses of beet juice daily gives you more energy. The research showed how the nitrate contained in beetroot juice leads to a reduction in oxygen uptake, making exercise less tiring. The study revealed that drinking beet juice reduces oxygen uptake to an extent that cannot be achieved by any other known means, including training.*** The study, published Feb. 2008 in the American Heart Association journal Hypertension, also showed that people who drank beet juice also had a lower resting blood pressure.

Beet juice is Biotta’s most favored juice by consumers, rich with natural minerals and vitamins. In all likelihood, you won’t have any problem drinking Biotta Beet Juice straight. If you do, try one of the juice combinations listed above. Beet juice is refreshing, crisp, cool and a healthy addition to your diet. Biotta’s Beet Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles.

Want more information about Biotta juices? If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right. If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory. If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note: Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice. We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*http://www.womanspassions.com/articles/598.html
**http://www.bastis.org/juicing.htm
***http://kellypersonaltraining.blogspot.com/2009/08/drink-beet-juice-for-more-energy.html

Beet Juice and Cancerous Tumors

Tuesday, October 27, 2009 by George Pappas

Forty percent of our population will likely have to deal with cancer at some point. That’s a lot of people. Since tumors often grow more than 20 years without detection before they are diagnosed, eating and drinking foods that protect against this serious problem is an excellent idea.

Enter the lowly beet. Beets are one of nature’s astounding wonders. Recent studies have shown that beets increase stamina during exercise by 16 percent.* Add that to all the other known health benefits of beet juice—including lowering blood pressure, increasing dietary nitrates, aiding in digestive problems, building the immune system and strengthening bones—and you have one powerhouse food.

But did you know that beet juice has also been shown to break up cancers and tumors? In the 1950s, Dr. Ferenczi of Hungary used beets exclusively to break up tumors in the body.** Tumors were often eliminated, but he found that they returned if the patient stopped eating beets and drinking beet juice. These findings confirmed that eating beets and drinking beet juice was not just a short-term fix, but rather a lifestyle solution.

Cancer-fighting Betacyanin
Betacyanin is the ingredient that has been identified as the main tumor-fighting agent in beets. Betacyanin gives beets its bright reddish purple color, and it also helps to detoxify the body, in general.

Beets' potential effectiveness against colon cancer, in particular, has been demonstrated in

several studies. In one study, animals with chemically induced colon cancer and high cholesterol were divided into two groups. “One group received a diet high in beet fiber while the other group served as a control. The beet fiber-fed animals rose to the challenge by increasing their activity of two antioxidant enzymes in the liver, glutathione peroxidase and glutathione-S-transferase. The liver is the body's primary detoxification organ where toxic substances are broken down and eliminated, a process that generates a lot of free radicals. Glutathione peroxidase and glutathione-S-transferase are the bodyguards for liver cells, protecting them from free radical attack, so they can continue to protect us.”***
“In other animal studies, scientists have noted that animals fed beet fiber had an increase in their number of colonic CD8 cells, special immune cells responsible for detecting and eliminating abnormal cells. With the increased surveillance provided by these additional CD8 cells, the animals in one of the studies given beet fiber had fewer pre-cancerous changes. In stomach cancer patients, when scientists compared the effects of fruit and vegetable juices on the formation of nitrosamines, ...beet juice was found to be a potent inhibitor of the cell mutations caused by these (cancer-causing) compounds.”***
Add beet juice to your diet and increase your body’s tumor-fighting capability. Beet juice is Biotta’s most favored juice by consumers, rich with natural minerals and vitamins. It’s a refreshing, crisp, cool and healthy addition to your diet. Biotta’s Beet Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles.

Want more information about Biotta juices? If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right. If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory. If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note: Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice. We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*http://www.naturalnews.com/027032_beets_cancer_tumors.html
**http://www.betterbe.ca/Documents/Ferenczi1961eng.pdf
***http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=49

Nitric Oxide and Blood Pressure

Tuesday, October 20, 2009 by George Pappas

What is nitric oxide, and how can it help lower your blood pressure? The juice of dark leafy vegetables and dark red vegetables (such as beets) all produce nitric oxide. These vegetables are high in nitrates, and dietary nitrates help to increase the amount of nitric oxide in the body. When you drink beet juice, the nitrates are turned into nitrites and, in your stomach, nitrites turn into nitric oxide.

Why is nitric oxide important?
Nitric oxide enters your bloodstream as nitrites and lowers blood pressure in as little as three hours by relaxing blood vessels.* A scientific journal paper entitled “Acute blood pressure lowering, vasoprotective and anti-platelet properties of dietary nitrate via bioconversion to nitrite” was published in the February 2008 edition of Hypertension.* It explained that, if your blood vessels cannot expand or contract to handle differences in blood flow, nitric oxide may be helpful. And if you have thick blood that clots too easily, beet juice, in particular, may have anti-clotting properties.

Drink Beet Juice to Lower Blood Pressure
The article stated that drinking two cups of beet juice daily may protect against endothelial dysfunction—that’s when blood vessels cannot expand and contract normally. A study in Hypertension (online February 4, 2008) explained that two cups of beet juice can lower blood pressure by 10 points and last up to 24 hours, which is more effective than many prescription drugs.*

Other Beet Juice Benefits
Beet Juice is Biotta’s most popular juice—and no wonder. Our beet juice is 100% organic, made from the highest quality beet roots. Biotta’s Beet Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles.

Beet juice, rich in minerals and vitamins, helps maintain cell functions and strengthens the body’s resistance to diseases. Studies show beet juice may help boost your immune system.

A recent study published by Exeter University also concluded that drinking two glasses of beetroot juice per day can increase stamina up to 16%.** Many other sources indicate that beet juice may be therapeutic for sexual weakness, kidney stones, gall bladder, kidney, liver and prostate troubles.*** Beet juice contains chlorine, a mineral that acts to regulate digestion by controlling the rhythmical contraction of the abdomen, *** and calcium, important to maintaining bone health.****

Want more information about Biotta juices? If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right. If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory. If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note: Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice. We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*http://www.examiner.com/x-7160-Sacramento-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m8d27-Which-vegetables--juices-produce-enough-nitric-oxide-to-lower-high-blood-pressure
** http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8186947.stm
***http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/articles/Beet-juice-and-benefit-of-beet.html
****http://www.anti-aging-nutrition-and-fitness.com/beet-juice.html

Be Kind to Your Heart – with Biotta Juices

Monday, October 5, 2009 by George Pappas

Heart disease is THE NUMBER ONE killer of people in the United States. Estimates for the year 2006 reflected that 80,000,000 people in the United States had one or more forms of cardiovascular disease (CVD), including:

•    High blood pressure — 73,600,000
•    Coronary heart disease — 16,800,000
•    Myocardial infarction (acute heart attack) — 7,900,000
•    Angina pectoris (chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood supply to the heart muscle) — 9,800,000
•    Stroke — 6,500,000
•    Heart Failure — 5,700,000*

Heart disease is also linked to emotional well-being, so a strong heart can help alleviate depression and stress, as well.

Drink Biotta Juices for a Healthier Heart
Certain juices are believed to be extremely heart-healthy. If you have heart disease or if you want to avoid getting heart disease, making these juices part of your healthy regimen is a great idea.

Beet Juice

In addition to beet juice’s many other benefits, it also lowers blood pressure. An online February 4, 2009 issue of Hypertension cited a study that showed a drop in blood pressure one hour after drinking beet juice. The study concluded that two cups of beet juice can lower blood pressure by approximately 10 points. Beet juice also increases the amount of nitric oxide in the body. That, in turn, helps blood vessels relax, lowers blood pressure and has anti-inflammatory benefits as well.**

An August 2009 published study by Exeter University concluded that drinking two glasses of beetroot juice per day can help people exercise for up to 16% longer. The nitrates in beets reduce the oxygen demand when exercising. The double-blind study focused on men ages 19-38. They were given 500 ml of organic beetroot juice for six consecutive days before completing a series of exercise tests. The men who drank the beetroot juice were able to cycle longer than the men given the placebo – blackcurrant cordial. The group drinking the beetroot juice also had lower resting blood pressure rates.***

Celery Juice

Celery juice helps kidneys function better and is also recommended both as a preventive treatment and as a treatment during the acute migraine episode. Celery juice is getting more and more attention these days, as it is loaded with potassium and magnesium. It also contains 3-n-butyl-phthalide, a compound that relaxes muscle cells in the artery walls and effectively lowers blood pressure.**** Many people find the benefits of celery root juice extend to a variety of other illnesses, including asthma, constipation, fever, fluid retention, headache, inflammation, insomnia, nervous problems and weight loss. Celery juice provides a significant source of potassium, which is great for a hydrated and healthy skin.

Carrot Juice
Carrot juice—it’s full of benefits for you. High in vitamin and magnesium content, it can be used in all sorts of eye diseases and also as a stress reliever.***** Carrot juice can lower blood sugar, reduce the risk of heart diseases and stroke, lower cholesterol, reduce inflammation and enhance eyesight.

Vegetable Juice
Biotta’s Vegetable Juice Cocktail is a well-balanced blend of several vital nutrients. It’s made from freshly gathered organic vegetables, including tomatoes, carrots, celeriac and beetroots, finished off with lemon juice, spices and a pinch of sea salt. It’s delicious and good for you, too.

Want more information about Biotta juices? If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right. If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory. If you have any other questions, just email us.

Note: Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice. We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

*http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4478
**http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/2008/03/03/beat-high-blood/
*** http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8186947.stm
**** http://www.ktradionetwork.com/tag/potassium/
***** www.healthjockey.com/2009/04/11/juice-therapy-drink-your-way-to-good-health/

BEET JUICE HEALTHY ATTRIBUTES:
• Alcohol Free
• Caffeine Free
• Cholesterol Free (<2 mg/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Dairy Free
• Gluten Free
• Lactose Free
• Low Cholesterol (20 mg or less/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Low Fat (<3 g/svg)
• Low Saturated Fat (<1 g/svg & = or <15% Calories from Sat. Fat)
• Low Sodium (<140 mg/svg)
• No Artificial Color
• No Artificial Flavors
• No MSG Added
• No Sugar Added
• Nut Free
• Organic
• Peanut Free
• Preservative Free
• Soy Free
• Trans Fat Free (<.5 mg/svg)
• Vegan
• Vegetarian
• Wheat Free

CELERY JUICE HEALTHY ATTRIBUTES:
• Alcohol Free
• Caffeine Free
• Cholesterol Free (<2 mg/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Dairy Free
• Gluten Free
• Lactose Free
• Low Cholesterol (20 mg or less/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Low Fat (<3 g/svg)
• Low Saturated Fat (<1 g/svg & = or <15% Calories from Sat. Fat)
• Low Sodium (<140 mg/svg)
• No Artificial Color
• No Artificial Flavors
• No MSG Added
• No Sugar Added
• Nut Free
• Organic
• Peanut Free
• Preservative Free
• Soy Free
• Trans Fat Free (<.5 mg/svg)
• Vegan
• Vegetarian
• Wheat Free

CARROT JUICE HEALTHY ATTRIBUTES:
• Alcohol Free
• Caffeine Free
• Cholesterol Free (<2 mg/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Dairy Free
• Gluten Free
• Lactose Free
• Low Cholesterol (20 mg or less/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Low Fat (<3 g/svg)
• Low Saturated Fat (<1 g/svg & = or <15% Calories from Sat. Fat)
• Low Sodium (<140 mg/svg)
• No Artificial Color
• No Artificial Flavors
• No MSG Added
• No Sugar Added
• Nut Free
• Organic
• Peanut Free
• Preservative Free
• Soy Free
• Trans Fat Free (<.5 mg/svg)
• Vegan
• Vegetarian
• Wheat Free

VEGETABLE JUICE COCKTAIL HEALTHY ATTRIBUTES:
• Alcohol Free
• Caffeine Free
• Cholesterol Free (<2 mg/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Dairy Free
• Gluten Free
• Lactose Free
• Low Cholesterol (20 mg or less/svg & = or < 2 g Sat. Fat/svg)
• Low Fat (<3 g/svg)
• Low Saturated Fat (<1 g/svg & = or <15% Calories from Sat. Fat)
• No Artificial Color
• No Artificial Flavors
• No MSG Added
• No Sugar Added
• Nut Free
• Organic
• Peanut Free
• Preservative Free
• Soy Free
• Trans Fat Free (<.5 mg/svg)
• Vegan
• Vegetarian
• Wheat Free

The Benefits of Beet Juice Are Still Unfolding

Sunday, September 6, 2009 by George Pappas

The litany of benefits associated with beet juice seems to be expanding all the time.

Here are a few of the benefits highlighted in recent articles:

Provides energy boost. A recent study published by Exeter University concluded that drinking two glasses of beetroot juice per day can help people exercise for up to 16% longer.*

Lowers blood pressure. An online February 4th issue of Hypertension cited a study that showed a drop in blood pressure one hour after drinking beet juice. The study concluded that two cups of beet juice can lower blood pressure by approximately 10 points.

Increases dietary nitrates – Beet juice increases the amount of nitric oxide in the body. That, in turn, helps blood vessels relax, lowers blood pressure and has anti-inflammatory benefits as well.**

May assist in helping other illnesses and healthcare issues – Many other sources indicate that beet juice may be therapeutic for sexual weakness, kidney stones, gall bladder, kidney, liver and prostate troubles.***

Aids in digestion problems – Beet juice contains chlorine, a mineral acts to regulate digestion by controlling the rhythmical contraction of the abdomen.***

Builds immune system – Beet juice is also believed to help maintain cell function and strengthen your body’s own natural resistance to disease.

Helps build strong bones – Beet juice contains calcium, important to maintaining bone health.****

Biotta Beet Juice
Biotta Beet Juice tastes terrific—it’s good and good for you. Beet juice is Biotta’s most popular juice, rich with natural minerals and vitamins. It’s a refreshing, crisp, cool and healthy addition to your diet. Biotta’s Beet Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles.

Want more information about Biotta juices? If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right. If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory. If you have any other questions, just email us.

* http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8186947.stm
**http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/2008/03/03/beat-high-blood/
***http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/articles/Beet-juice-and-benefit-of-beet.html
****http://www.anti-aging-nutrition-and-fitness.com/beet-juice.html

Note: Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice. We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

Get a Boost with Biotta Beet Juice

Monday, August 31, 2009 by George Pappas

Want to boost your energy? A recent study showed that beet juice can do it! An August 2009 published study by Exeter University* concluded that drinking two glasses of beetroot juice per day can help people exercise for up to 16% longer.**

The nitrates in beets reduce the oxygen demand when exercising. The double-blind study focused on men ages 19-38. They were given 500 ml of organic beetroot juice for six consecutive days before completing a series of exercise tests. The men who drank the beetroot juice were able to cycle longer than the men given the placebo – blackcurrant cordial. The group drinking the beetroot juice also had lower resting blood pressure rates.**

Fox News recently did a segment on healthy eating that featured this study and the effects of drinking beetroot juice daily. News contributor Dr. Isadore Rosenfeld spoke directly about this study and the benefits of this amazing juice. Check it out at:

http://www.foxnews.com/search-results/m/25921624/just-beet-it.htm#q=beet+juice

The benefits of beetroot juice are especially important to athletes and the elderly—people needing more energy.

How Does It Work?
The study didn’t determine exactly how the nitrates in beetroot juice boost stamina. It is possible that the nitrate turns into nitric oxide in the body, and that reduces the oxygen burned up in exercise.

Professor Andrew Jones, one of the study’s researchers, believes that athletes will be particularly interested in these results since these effects cannot be obtained in any other known way.** In addition, he is anxious to explore the ways in which these findings can help people who are not fit. People who are not fit, says Jones, “may be able to use dietary supplements to help them go about their daily lives.”**

Biotta Beet Juice
Biotta Beet Juice is fresh, crisp, smooth and refreshing—and great for you! Beetroot juice

contains betacyans, which strengthen the immune system. Beet juice is Biotta’s most popular juice, rich with natural minerals and vitamins. Many articles have been written about the benefits of beet juice, including some recent studies that have found that beet juice may also reduce blood pressure. Beet juice helps maintain cell functions and strengthens your body’s own natural resistance to disease. Biotta’s Beet Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles.

Want more information about Biotta juices? If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right. If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory. If you have any other questions, just email us.

*J Appl Physiol (August 6, 2009). doi:10.1152/japplphysiol.00722.2009. Study entitled “Dietary nitrate supplementation reduces the O2 cost of low-intensity exercise and enhances tolerance to high-intensity exercise in humans.”

** http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8186947.stm

Note: Biotta juices are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. We are not medical professionals and are not in a position to provide any medical advice. We recommend you contact your physician for a dietary regimen specific to your needs.

Nitrates - Good or Bad?

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 by George Pappas

Do you think all nitrates are bad? In a recent post regarding Biotta Beet Juice, I mentioned that “Beets are loaded with nitrates, and recent studies have shown that nitrates play a big part in lowering blood pressure.” What’s the scoop on nitrates? Good or bad?

The issue of nitrates in foods is a complex one, but here’s the simple explanation. Nitrates are a combination of nitrogen and oxygen and are naturally occurring in vegetables, since those represent the main sources of energy required for plant growth. The amount of nitrates naturally found in vegetables varies depending on the kind of vegetables. Some of the vegetables with the highest levels of naturally occurring nitrates are beets and radishes.

The nitrate levels naturally found in vegetables are regarded as safe. The concern with nitrates centers around added nitrates—nitrates added to food for preservation purposes. In the food processing business, special care must be taken when nitrates are added to foods. In some instances, nitrates can chemically link to naturally occurring amines in food and create carcinogenic compounds.

Biotta does not add any nitrates to our juices, and our juices contain no amines. They are all USDA 100% organic juices; there is no risk of forming carcinogenic compounds. In fact, the scientific community has discovered that the naturally occurring nitrate content in foods can be very beneficial to people attempting to control their hypertension. Eating vegetables and fruits is a good dietary practice, whether it is because of the naturally occurring nitrate content or because of the antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. At Biotta, we also know that the tastiest way to get your vegetables is from Biotta juices!

Biotta produces USDA organic juices, available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles.

Want more information about Biotta juices? If you’re a consumer and want to know where to find our juices, click on the beet juice icon on the right. If you’re a retailer that already carries our juices, click the carrot juice icon to be included in our retailer directory. If you have any other questions, just email us.

Beet Juice and Blood Pressure

Friday, March 27, 2009 by George Pappas

The benefits of beet juice are becoming more evident all the time. In addition to its value in strengthening the immune system, recent studies have shown that drinking just two cups of beet juice a day may reduce blood pressure (WebMD, Feb. 8, 2008).

Beets are loaded with nitrates, and recent studies have shown that nitrates play a big part in lowering blood pressure. A Feb. 4^th online edition of the journal Hypertension included information about a study where 14 healthy volunteers drank two cups of beet juice or water. Those who drink beet juice experienced a drop in blood pressure one hour after drinking it, and the benefits continued for up to 24 hours.

No wonder Biotta’s Beet Juice is our most popular juice. Biotta’s Beet Juice is available in 16.9 and 8.4 fl. oz. recyclable glass bottles.

Biotta Embraces Blogging

Monday, March 23, 2009 by Sara Cox

Welcome to the Biotta Blog! While we are new to blogging, we’re not new to 100% pure organic juices—we’ve been producing them for more than 50 years. In our blog posts, we’ll be informing you about the benefits of our all-natural juices—beta carotene, nitrates, cleansing and detoxification, the reduction of blood pressure, and lots more!

Biotta juices are amazing products. We provide a unique taste experience through our natural whole fruits and vegetables, grown and harvested for optimum quality, then minimally processed to ensure great taste and high nutritional value.

Through our blog, we want to share with you new and exciting information—not just about Biotta juices—but also about creating a healthy lifestyle, supporting organic efforts and creating a healthy environment. And we’d also love to hear from you.