Carbohydrates .
Raw or cooked beets provide around 8-10
% carbohydrates.
Simple sugars, such as glucose and fructose, make up 70% and 80% of the carbohydrates in raw and cooked beets, respectively.
Beets are also a source of fructans: short-chain carbohydrates
classified as FODMAPs. Some people cannot digest FODMAPs, which can cause unpleasant digestive symptoms.
Beets have a glycemic index
(GI) of 61, which is considered medium. The GI is a measure of how quickly blood sugar levels rise after a meal.
Also read about the benefits of apples.
The health benefits of beets: Fiber.
Beets are rich in fiber, providing approximately 2-3 grams in each 3/4-cup (100-gram) raw serving.
Dietary fiber is important as part of a healthy diet and is linked to a lower risk of various diseases.
The health benefits of beets: Other
plant compounds
. Plant compounds are naturally occurring plant substances, some of which may support health.
The main plant compounds in beets are:
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