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Beetroot (Beta vulgarius) juice contains antioxidants along with nitrates with potential health benefits and hence has an aptitude as functional ingredients.
Hence, we recommend that gastric aspirate samples not be neutralized with sodium bicarbonate prior to culture for M. tuberculosis.
Vitamin and minerals found in beetroot are most likely active ingredients responsible for its hematinic effects.
However, more research is needed to clearly identify mechanisms of action and proper dosing patterns to maximize the performance benefits of beetroot.