This connection promotes the production of red blood cells, aiding in energy restoration. Rich in zinc and phosphorus, beets also support children's growth and help prevent rickets, while antioxidants reduce the risk of cancer. The B vitamins found in beets strengthen the nervous system, and iron and cobalt assist in combating anemia.
Ingredients for beet kvass:
Beet — 1 piece.
Brine — 1.5–2 liters (for 1 liter of water: 2 tablespoons of salt and sugar each).
Rye bread — 1 slice.
Instructions for preparation:
Wash and peel the beet, then cut it into large pieces. Place the pieces into a 3-liter jar, filling it halfway or up to ¾ of the jar's capacity, depending on the desired strength of the kvass.
Pour warm brine over the beets, ensuring they are fully covered.
Place a slice of rye bread on top (remove it after 2–3 days).
Cover the jar with a towel and leave it in a warm place to ferment for 7–10 days.
After fermentation, strain the kvass. It can now be consumed as a health drink or used in cooking, for example, to make beet jelly.
Health tips:
Drink one glass of beet kvass daily after meals to boost hemoglobin and cleanse the blood of toxins.
Treatment for hypertension and headaches: for relief, drink half a glass of kvass three times a day on an empty stomach.