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Beet powder Calories
Concentrated beetroot powder; contains natural nitrates and folate.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Beet powder (10 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 360 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.4 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 18 µg of Folate covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Beet powder Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 10 g
36
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
7.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 13% · Fat 5%
Beet powder nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 36 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 22 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Beet powder?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 10 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 5 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 15 g | 54 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 20 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 80 g | 288 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 360 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beet powder
What are the benefits of beet powder?
Beet powder provides concentrated beetroot nitrates and folate. The nitrates can be converted into nitric oxide in the body, which helps blood vessels relax; beet powder is a food, not a treatment for a health condition.
How much beet powder should you take a day?
There is no single daily amount of beet powder for everyone. A typical serving is about 10 grams; follow the product’s serving directions and avoid stacking it with other concentrated nitrate products without considering your total intake.
Does beet powder help with workouts?
Beet powder may support exercise performance because its natural nitrates can contribute to nitric oxide production and blood flow. Benefits are not guaranteed, and the nitrate content can vary between products; it is not a substitute for training or adequate food.
How do you use beet powder?
Mix beet powder into water, a smoothie, yogurt, or a soup, or add it to sauces and baked goods. Its earthy flavor and vivid color can be strong, so start with a small amount and adjust the recipe to taste.
Is beet powder as good as beet juice?
Beet powder is made from dried, ground beetroot, while beet juice is the liquid extracted from the root. Powder is convenient to mix into foods and drinks, but the nitrate content and serving sizes can differ between products.
Can beet powder lower blood pressure?
Beet powder may modestly lower blood pressure because beetroot nitrates can help blood vessels relax. If you take blood-pressure medicine or already have low blood pressure, ask your clinician before using it regularly; it does not replace prescribed treatment.
Can beet powder turn your urine or stool red?
Yes, beet powder can make urine or stool look pink or red because of beet pigments. This is usually harmless after eating beetroot, but seek medical advice if the color persists or you are unsure whether it is blood.
Does beet powder have side effects?
Beet powder can cause stomach discomfort in some people, and its pigments may redden urine or stool. People prone to kidney stones may also need to limit high-oxalate foods, so ask a clinician if that applies to you.
Can you bake with beet powder?
Yes, beet powder can add color and an earthy beet flavor to cakes, pancakes, bread, and frosting. Mix it into the dry ingredients, and remember that its strong pigment can change the final color more than fresh beetroot would.
How should you store beet powder?
Keep beet powder tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Use a dry spoon and keep moisture out of the container; discard it if it develops an unusual smell, visible mold, or persistent damp clumps.
Beet powder Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Folate
18µg · 5% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.3µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
130mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
18mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
9.5mg · 2% DV
Sodium
22mg · 1% DV
Beet powder Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Beet powder
To burn the 36 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (10 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Beet powder?
Bit tozu is the Turkish term for powder used to deal with head lice; it does not mean beetroot powder, despite the English label on this page. It is not a food ingredient, so it should not be stirred into drinks, smoothies or meals. How a particular product is used depends on its formulation and its label.
The nutrition figures shown for beet powder do not describe bit tozu, and it would be misleading to treat them as its nutritional profile. Keep the product away from food and follow the packaging instructions. If you are looking for the edible ingredient, the Turkish name to search for is “pancar tozu”.
How Nutritious Is Beet powder?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Beet powder Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Beet powder Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Beet powder Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Beet powder Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.