Common Beet Myths — Debunked
❌ “Beets cause anemia”
False. Beets are rich in folate and support red blood cell production.
❌ “Beet juice is toxic”
Not true. Beet juice is widely used by athletes and studied extensively for cardiovascular benefits.
❌ “Beets spike blood sugar”
Unlikely. Beets have a low glycemic load (GL ≈ 5 per ½ cup).
The Bottom Line
For the vast majority of people, beets are incredibly healthy.
Those scary headlines claiming doctors warn against beets are almost always:
Clickbait
Taken out of context
Designed to drive engagement, not educate
Unless you have a specific medical condition (like recurring kidney stones), there is no medical reason to avoid beets.