ENERGISER
James White Beet-it Organic Stamina Shot, €2.59/70ml, hollandandbarrett.ie MADE with 98 per cent concentrated organic beetroot juice and 2 per cent concentrated lemon juice. ‘Beetroot is particularly high in dietary nitrate,’ says its maker.
EXPERT OPINION: There is credible scientific evidence to show beetroot juice taken a couple of hours before exercise can help improve muscle efficiency and stamina. A daily dose has also been shown to help lower high blood pressure. Both effects are possibly due to the nitrates in beetroot being converted by the body into nitric oxide, which helps to dilate blood vessels and improve blood flow. Counts as one of your five-a-day.
TASTE: Earthy, sweet flavour.