Carrot1
The carrot (Daucus carota) is a root vegetable often claimed to be the perfect health food.
Carrots are mainly composed of water and carbs.
The carbs consist of starch and sugars, such as sucrose and glucose.
Pectin is the main form of soluble fiber in carrots.
Carrots are about 10% carbs, consisting of starch, fiber, and simple sugars. They are extremely low in fat and protein.
Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A in the form of beta carotene. They are also a good source of several B vitamins, as well as vitamin K and potassium.
Benefits of Carrot1
- Intake of carrots has been linked to lower cholesterol levels.
- Eating carrots is linked to a reduced risk of cancer and heart disease.
- They may be a useful addition to an effective weight loss diet.
- drinking carrot juice may help prevent the type of damage that leads to lung cancer in smokers.
- The fiber and potassium in carrots may help manage blood pressure.
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