Crunchy Carrots

• In general, eating more fruits and vegetables keeps you healthy and active.  It is also believed to be the best health channel for your body to consume different types of vegetables. Carrot is one among the vegetables which is very healthy for consumption and has various benefits. A popular sweet-tasting root vegetable, Carrots are narrow and cone shaped. There are varieties of carrots available for usage.

Bright-orange colour indicates high carotene content; smaller types are the most tender. Carrots are used in salads and as relishes and are served as cooked vegetables and in stews and soups.

Benefits : 

• Carrots contain vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene. Vitamin A or vitamin A-rich food items help prevent night blindness and age-related eyesight degeneration. The antioxidants also help repair cellular damage and prevent further damage. Carrots also help in improving overall eye health. They aid in maintaining oral health and also decrease the risk of stroke and other heart diseases.

Nutrients Per Serving:

Fat and Cholesterol: 0

Calories: 25

Carbohydrates: 6 rams

Dietary fiber: 2 grams

Sugar: 3 grams

Protein: 0.5 gram