Beetroot has become one of the most popular natural ingredients for circulation and exercise performance, and the reason comes down to one specific thing it's naturally rich in: dietary nitrates.
How beetroot supports nitric oxide
Your body converts dietary nitrates โ found naturally and abundantly in beetroot โ into nitric oxide, a molecule that helps blood vessels relax and widen, supporting healthy blood flow. This is a distinct pathway from amino acids like L-arginine and L-citrulline, which support nitric oxide production through a different, more direct route. Because the pathways are separate, beetroot complements arginine and citrulline rather than duplicating them, which is why the three are frequently formulated together.
Beetroot vs. L-arginine: what's the difference?
| Beetroot (dietary nitrates) | L-arginine (amino acid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pathway | Nitrate โ nitric oxide conversion | Direct amino acid building block for nitric oxide |
| Source | Naturally occurring in the vegetable | Found in food; also produced by the body |
| Common use case | Endurance athletes, general circulation | Circulation, exercise, general nitric oxide support |
They're not competing options โ most nitric oxide-focused formulas include both specifically because they work through different mechanisms.
Where beetroot shows up in Evernate's formulas
Beetroot appears in two Evernate products for two related but distinct reasons: in the Nitric Oxide Formula, it's paired with L-arginine and L-citrulline specifically for circulation and exercise support; in Heart Health & Energy, it's paired with CoQ10, vitamin D3, and K2, where its circulation role complements CoQ10's cellular-energy role for a broader heart-health formula.
Frequently asked questions
Is beetroot supplement the same as beet juice?
They're both sources of dietary nitrates, but a capsule formula provides a concentrated, consistent dose without needing to drink beet juice daily.
Does beetroot work the same way as L-arginine?
No โ they support nitric oxide through separate pathways (nitrate conversion vs. direct amino acid building block), which is why they're often combined rather than used as substitutes for each other.
Why is beetroot in a heart-health formula and not just a workout formula?
Circulation support is relevant to both use cases. In a heart-health context, beetroot's blood-flow support complements CoQ10's role in cellular energy; in an exercise context, it complements amino acids like L-arginine.
How long before I notice a difference from beetroot?
Some people notice circulation-related effects within days of consistent use, though โ as with most supplements โ the more general health benefits build with regular daily use over time.
Beetroot appears in Evernate's Nitric Oxide Formula and Heart Health & Energy formulas.
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