What Is Beet Root?
Beet root (Beta vulgaris) is the deep-red taproot of the beet plant, prized as a concentrated source of dietary nitrates, betalain antioxidants, and minerals. Remedy's Beet Root delivers 1,000 mg of beet root per serving in 60 vegan capsules, giving you the circulatory and performance benefits of beets without the sugar, prep, or staining of fresh juice.
The active story behind beet root is nitrate. Your body converts the naturally occurring nitrate in beets into nitrite and then into nitric oxide, a signaling molecule that relaxes and widens blood vessels. This nitrate-nitrite-nitric oxide pathway is why beet root is studied so heavily for blood pressure and endurance. Our deep-dive complete guide to beet root supplements walks through the full science.
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Dietary nitrates — the precursor to vessel-relaxing nitric oxide
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Betalains — pigments with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity
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Folate, potassium, manganese — supporting minerals naturally present in beets
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Zero added sugar — unlike a typical glass of beet juice
Why Choose Remedy's Beet Root
A 1,000 mg vegan beet root capsule gives you a precise, repeatable daily dose with no measuring, no mess, and no sugar spike. Each bottle is manufactured in the USA in a GMP facility and is lab-tested for purity, so you know exactly what you are taking every single day.
| What You Get |
Why It Matters |
| 1,000 mg beet root per serving |
A meaningful, consistent daily dose in just 2 capsules — no guesswork |
| 60 vegan capsules per bottle |
A 30-day supply at the 2-capsule serving, plant-based and gelatin-free |
| Zero added sugar |
Avoids the 13 to 15 g of sugar in a typical 8 oz glass of beet juice |
| Made in the USA, GMP facility |
Manufactured to quality standards with third-party lab testing |
| No staining, no prep |
None of the mess or pink countertops that come with fresh beets |
If you have been weighing your options, our breakdown of capsules versus juice, powder, and nitrate supplements explains why a standardized capsule is the most convenient way to stay consistent.
Top Beet Root Benefits
Beet root is best known for supporting healthy blood pressure, circulation, energy, and exercise performance, with most benefits traced to nitric oxide. In a meta-analysis of adult trials, beetroot juice and inorganic nitrate significantly reduced systolic blood pressure[1]Beetroot Juice and Blood Pressure Meta-Analysis — Journal of Nutrition (2013) View source, and a 4-week randomized trial found sustained reductions of roughly 8/4 mmHg in hypertensive patients[2]Sustained BP Lowering in Hypertensive Patients — Hypertension (2015) View source.
| Benefit Area |
What Research Suggests |
Typical Context |
| Blood pressure |
Dietary nitrate lowered systolic BP across pooled trials and in hypertensive patients |
Daily use over 4+ weeks |
| Endurance and stamina |
Nitrate reduced the oxygen cost of exercise and extended time to exhaustion |
2 to 3 hours pre-exercise |
| Circulation and blood flow |
Nitric oxide relaxes and widens blood vessels, improving perfusion |
Ongoing daily intake |
| Brain blood flow |
High-nitrate intake increased cerebral blood flow and supported cognition in studies |
Acute and repeated dosing |
| Antioxidant support |
Betalain pigments contribute antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity |
Ongoing daily intake |
For the full evidence rundown with study timelines, see what the research actually shows in our guide to beet root benefits.
How Beet Root Works: Nitrate to Nitric Oxide
Beet root works mainly through the nitrate-nitrite-nitric oxide pathway. After you swallow it, oral bacteria reduce nitrate to nitrite, and your body then converts nitrite into nitric oxide, a molecule that signals blood vessels to relax. A landmark study showed beetroot's nitrate acutely lowered blood pressure and had vasoprotective, antiplatelet effects[3]Beetroot Juice Lowers Blood Pressure — Hypertension (2008) View source.
| Step |
What Happens |
| 1. Nitrate intake |
Beet root delivers naturally occurring dietary nitrate |
| 2. Nitrate to nitrite |
Oral bacteria reduce nitrate to nitrite in the mouth and gut |
| 3. Nitrite to nitric oxide |
The body converts nitrite into nitric oxide, especially when oxygen is low |
| 4. Vasodilation |
Nitric oxide relaxes vessel walls, lowering pressure and improving flow |
Plasma nitrite typically peaks around 2 to 3 hours after intake, which is why timing matters for performance[4]Beetroot Juice Nitrate Dose-Response — J Appl Physiol (2013) View source.
Beet Root for Blood Pressure and Heart Health
Beet root is most studied for supporting healthy blood pressure through nitric-oxide-driven vasodilation. Across randomized trials, dietary nitrate from beets produced meaningful systolic reductions, with the strongest effects in people who started with elevated readings. It works best as a daily habit rather than an occasional dose, and benefits accumulate over several weeks of consistent use.
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Best for: adults focused on healthy blood pressure and circulation
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How to use: 2 capsules daily, taken consistently for 4+ weeks
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What to track: home blood pressure readings over time
Beet root is a supportive adjunct, not a replacement for prescribed medication. Our guide to beet root for blood pressure and heart health covers who benefits most and how to monitor safely.
Beet Root for Athletic Performance
Beet root is one of the most researched legal ergogenic aids, valued for improving endurance and exercise efficiency. Dietary nitrate reduced the oxygen cost of submaximal exercise and enhanced tolerance to high-intensity work[5]Dietary Nitrate Improves Exercise Efficiency — J Appl Physiol (2009) View source. The biggest gains tend to show up in recreational athletes rather than elite competitors.
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Timing: take 2 to 3 hours before training or competition for peak nitrite
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Best for: endurance efforts — running, cycling, rowing, team sports
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Realistic expectation: small but useful improvements in efficiency and time to fatigue
Capsules make pre-workout dosing simple and travel-friendly. Dig into the protocols in our beet root for athletic performance breakdown.
Beet Root for Men: Blood Flow and Vitality
For men, beet root's appeal centers on circulation. Because nitric oxide is the same molecule that drives healthy vascular function, beet root may support blood flow, energy, and stamina. Brain and tissue perfusion studies show that high-nitrate intake can increase blood flow[6]Dietary Nitrate, Brain Blood Flow and Cognition — Physiology & Behavior (2015) View source.
It is important to be honest: beet root is not a treatment for erectile dysfunction and does not raise testosterone. What it can do is support the healthy circulation that underpins vitality and exercise capacity. For a careful, myth-checked look, read our beet root for men guide.
Capsules vs Powder vs Juice
Beet root comes in capsules, powders, ready-to-drink juices, and concentrated shots. Capsules win on convenience, consistency, and sugar content, while juice and shots deliver larger acute nitrate doses for athletes who want a performance spike. The right form depends on whether your goal is daily blood pressure support or a pre-event boost.
| Form |
Convenience |
Added Sugar |
Best For |
| Capsules (1,000 mg) |
High — no prep, portable |
None |
Daily blood pressure and circulation |
| Powder |
Medium — needs mixing |
Varies |
Smoothies and flexible dosing |
| Juice |
Low — refrigerate, messy |
13 to 15 g per glass |
Acute pre-event nitrate load |
| Concentrated shots |
Medium — single-serve |
Varies |
Targeted performance dosing |
See the full side-by-side in our forms comparison guide.
How Much Beet Root to Take
A practical daily dose of Remedy's Beet Root is 2 capsules (1,000 mg) per day for general circulation and blood pressure support. Athletes targeting an acute performance effect often use a larger nitrate load 2 to 3 hours before exercise. Consistency over weeks matters more than any single dose for cardiovascular goals.
| Goal |
Suggested Use |
Timing |
Duration |
| Blood pressure and circulation |
2 capsules (1,000 mg) daily |
Same time each day, with or without food |
4+ weeks for cumulative effect |
| Endurance performance |
Higher nitrate load per session |
2 to 3 hours pre-exercise |
Per training or event |
| General wellness |
2 capsules daily |
Morning routine |
Ongoing |
For the full dosing breakdown by goal and form, see our beet root dosage and forms guide.
Beet Root Side Effects and Safety
Beet root is well tolerated for most healthy adults, and the most common effect is harmless. Beeturia — pink or red urine and stool — affects an estimated 10 to 14% of people and is completely benign. The more meaningful caution is oxalates: beets are a high-oxalate food, and reducing oxalate intake is a recognized strategy for people prone to calcium-oxalate kidney stones[7]Dietary Oxalate and Kidney Stone Prevention — PubMed (2025) View source.
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Beeturia: harmless red urine in 10 to 14% of people — no action needed
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Oxalates: limit if you have a history of calcium-oxalate kidney stones
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Low blood pressure: may add to the effect of antihypertensive medication
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Digestive comfort: large doses can cause mild stomach upset in some people
For the complete safety picture, see our beet root side effects and safety guide.
Drug Interactions and Who Should Not Take It
Because beet root supports nitric oxide and vasodilation, it can amplify the effects of blood-pressure-lowering drugs. A systematic review found that dietary supplements can interact with cardiovascular medications, underscoring the need to monitor when combining them[8]Supplement Interactions With Cardiovascular Drugs — Systematic Reviews (2012) View source. Talk with your clinician before starting if any of the situations below apply to you.
| Group |
Why Caution Is Needed |
| On blood pressure medication |
Additive effect may lower BP too far — monitor and consult your doctor |
| Nitrate or ED medication users |
Combining vasodilators can cause an excessive drop in blood pressure |
| History of kidney stones |
Beets are high in oxalates — limit intake and seek medical advice |
| Pregnant or breastfeeding |
Food amounts are fine; consult before using a concentrated supplement |
Do not stop any prescribed medication to take a supplement. Beet root is intended to complement, not replace, medical care.
What's in the Bottle
Each bottle contains 60 vegan capsules, delivering 1,000 mg of beet root per 2-capsule serving for a full 30-day supply. There are no artificial fillers, and the capsules are plant-based and gelatin-free.
| Detail |
Specification |
| Beet root per serving |
1,000 mg (2 capsules) |
| Capsules per bottle |
60 vegan capsules |
| Servings per bottle |
30 (1-month supply) |
| Format |
Vegan, gelatin-free capsule |
| Made in |
USA, GMP facility, lab-tested |
How to Use Beet Root
For everyday circulation and blood pressure support, take 2 capsules once daily with water, ideally at the same time each day. Pair it with a balanced diet and regular movement for the best results, and give it at least 4 weeks of consistent use before judging the effect.
- Take 2 capsules daily with water
- Be consistent — cardiovascular benefits build over weeks
- For exercise, time a dose 2 to 3 hours before training
Frequently Asked Questions
How much beet root is in each serving? +
Each 2-capsule serving delivers 1,000 mg of beet root, and the bottle holds 60 vegan capsules for a 30-day supply. That gives you a precise, repeatable daily dose with no measuring, no sugar, and none of the mess of fresh juice.
How long does beet root take to work? +
For acute effects, plasma nitrite peaks around 2 to 3 hours after a dose, which is why athletes time it pre-exercise. For blood pressure support, give it at least 4 weeks of daily use, since cardiovascular benefits build gradually with consistent intake.
Is beet root good for blood pressure? +
Yes. In randomized trials, dietary nitrate from beets lowered systolic blood pressure, with sustained reductions of about 8/4 mmHg over 4 weeks in hypertensive patients. It works as a daily adjunct, not a replacement for prescribed medication.
Does beet root really improve athletic performance? +
For many people, yes. Studies show dietary nitrate reduces the oxygen cost of exercise and can extend time to exhaustion. Effects are most noticeable in recreational athletes, with smaller gains in elite competitors. Take it 2 to 3 hours before training.
Why does beet root turn urine red? +
This harmless effect is called beeturia and affects an estimated 10 to 14% of people. It comes from betalain pigments passing through and is completely benign. No action is needed, though rarely it can hint at low iron status worth checking.
Are beet root capsules better than beet juice? +
For daily use, capsules are more convenient and contain zero added sugar, versus 13 to 15 g in a typical 8 oz glass of juice. Juice can deliver a larger acute nitrate load for athletes, but capsules win for consistent everyday support.
Can I take beet root every day? +
Yes. The suggested use is 2 capsules (1,000 mg) once daily, and consistent daily intake over 4 or more weeks is exactly how the cardiovascular benefits accumulate. Beet root is well tolerated for long-term daily use in most healthy adults.
Does beet root help with circulation in men? +
Beet root supports blood flow through nitric oxide, the same molecule behind healthy vascular function. It is not a treatment for erectile dysfunction and does not raise testosterone, but the improved circulation can support energy and stamina. Take 2 capsules daily.
Who should not take beet root? +
Use caution in 4 main situations: taking blood pressure or nitrate medication, since beet root can lower BP further; a history of calcium-oxalate kidney stones, as beets are high in oxalates; and pregnancy or breastfeeding. Consult a clinician first.
Does beet root interact with blood pressure medication? +
It can. Because beet root supports vasodilation, it may add to the effect of antihypertensive drugs and lower blood pressure too far. A 2012 systematic review confirmed supplements can interact with cardiovascular medications, so monitor and consult your doctor first.
Is beet root high in oxalates? +
Yes, beets are a high-oxalate food. Reducing dietary oxalate is a recognized prevention strategy for the roughly 80% of kidney stones that are calcium-oxalate. If you have a stone history, limit beet root and ask your clinician about safe intake.
When is the best time to take beet root? +
For daily cardiovascular support, take 2 capsules at the same time each day. For exercise, time a dose 2 to 3 hours before training to align with the peak in nitric oxide availability. Consistency matters more than the exact time of day.
Are these capsules vegan? +
Yes. All 60 capsules per bottle are plant-based and gelatin-free, with no animal-derived ingredients. They are made in the USA in a GMP facility and lab-tested for purity, delivering 1,000 mg of beet root per 2-capsule serving.
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