Phytopigments in Functional Food

HAYWARD, Calif. - Jan. 8, 2017 - PRLog -- Phytopigments in Functional Food

Dr.Abhay Kumar Pati, CEO  Biotechayur.com
Ayurvedic medicine of India plays an important role in functional food including curcumin (isolated standardized molecules from turmeric), Testophen (Fenugreek), Nitric Oxide as a vasodilator  (Beet Roots extract) and many many more. Many many health problems could controlled, prevented and treated with food habits.
Rather drinking beet juice,  Isolated molecules from Beet Juice  in Capsule form alone has many health boosting benefits. Beetroot Isolated compound from beet juice  increases blood flow to the brain in older people, which may be able to fight the progression of dementia and acts as a good neurotransmitter.
Beet root extract is a  natural organic nitric oxide which helps lower blood pressure and it is a nutrient acts as a vasodialator. Vasodilators are agents that widen the blood vessels therefore cause a decrease in vascular resistance and an increase in blood flow. ... Vasodilators are used to treat hypertension, angina and congestive heart failure.
Beetroot extract contains phytopigments called betalains. Two types of betalain compounds, betalin and vulgaxanthin, are high in anti-oxidant properties . These compounds  help to  detoxify  the body. These betalain compounds can suppress cyclooxygenase enzymes, which can contribute to tumor growth.
Beetroot is a rich source of folate, manganese and also contains thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin B-6, pantothenic acid, choline, betaine, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper and selenium as well as nitrates.
Beetroot tends to contain: Inorganic Nitrate (NO3-), as the main bioactive for cardiovascular and endurance exercise interactions
Carbohydrates , Protein and Fat in beet root :
In addition to being low in calories, the beetroot supplement is also much lower in carbohydrates, but the juice is a better source of protein. Carbohydrates  provide energy, while protein supports muscle mass, immune  system  and body repair.

Phyto pigments from fruits, vegetables, flowers,  underground stems,  of various colors like, green,  red, orange, yellow, rainbow, velvet, black etc are important too.Vegetables are the best source of dietary  fibers and fruits are the best source of enzymes.

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