beets contain a high proportion of phytonutrients, such as betanin, isobetanin, and vulgaxanthin that act in an anti-inflammatory way. These are all betalains – red and yellow pigments that give beets their distinct color.
In addition, beets are also a source of betaine, which is made from choline – B-complex vitamin. Choline plays an important role in
regulating inflammation and lowers non-inflammatory markers, including some connected to cancer.
If you cook beets for a prolonged amount of time, betalains get destroyed. It is recommended to keep beet steaming times to 15 minutes or less, and roasting times under an hour. Remember that consumption of beets can color your urine red or pink. This is known as beeturia and is usually a normal reaction to eating beets.
Ginger contains strong anti-inflammatory compounds called gingerols, which are particularly good for dealing with muscle and arthritis-related pain. Gingerols are chemically related to
