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The challenge of climbing the world's highest mountains appeals to thousands of adventurers across the globe, but high altitude sickness (AMS) can hinder even the most experienced climber. Now research from the Mid Sweden University and Norwegian University of Science and Technology has shown that consuming a quick high nitrate Beet It concentrated beetroot shot can improve the body's ability to deliver blood to the muscles at high altitude.

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In reply to UKC/UKH Gear:

Does this mean Everest's going to become littered with Beet-It bottles instead of oxygen canisters?

In reply to UKC/UKH Gear:

Maybe but it's going to screw up the 3 C's check for peeing at altitude.

In reply to UKC/UKH Gear:

Yup, and carrots help you see in the dark.