Nutrition facts and health benefits of carrots

The carrot is a root vegetable , usually orange in colour. It is a versatile vegetable. Carrots are rich in beta- carotene or pro vitamin A . Carrots can be eaten in various ways.caroots are a good source of several vitamins and minerals. They also have a number of health benefits.

The nutrition facts for raw carrots ( 100gms) :-

• Calories : 41
• Protein : 0.9gm
• Fiber : 2.8gm
• Sugar : 4.7gm
• Carbs : 9.6gm
• Fat : 0.2 gm
• Water : 88%

Health benefits:

• Carrots are rich in lutein & lycopene which help in maintain good eyesight.
• Fiber in carrots plays an important role in maintaining good digestive health.
• High silicone content in carrot can promote healthy skin.
• Beta-carotene may help prevent aging associated health problems and prostate cancer and coronary heart disease.
• Carrots are a weight loss friendly food and have lower cholesterol.
• Carrots contain vitamin C that will boost your immune system.

I suggest some yummy ways to add carrots in your diet.

• Carrot pickles
• Carrot smoothies
• Carrot cake and muffins
• Carrot in fried rice
• Carrot in salad