From a culinary perspective, beets offer a two-one punch. Their bright pink color can brighten up the simplest of dishes, while their earthy sweetness complements myriad ingredients. However, their ...

Beets are root vegetables that are known for their bright colors, earthy flavors, and their ability to stain. They have many health benefits for the body but also come with a few side effects.

From roasting to steaming, a North Shore News permaculture columnist writes the preparation of beets can significantly impact ...

Raw, roasted, juiced or blended, there’s no wrong way to enjoy the blood pressure benefits of beets!

Eating beets can help lower blood pressure, but foods like spinach, yogurt, and beans may offer even greater heart-protective ...

A reader from New Jersey reminded me of my promise to address the benefits and drawbacks of red beet powder in a future article. “Would you please let me know when your article on (this topic) will be ...

Some people think they taste like dirt; others appreciate their earthiness. There's no doubt that beets are one of those love-it-or-hate-it kinds of vegetables. If you're among the haters, it may be ...