Hidden benefits of Carrot

 

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Today in this article we will talk about "Hidden benefits of Carrot".

Carrot is basically a root vegetable and its scientific name is  Daucus carota.

Carrot has range of colors such as Orange (very common), Red, Black, Purple, White and yellow. 

Carrot is native to Europe and Southwestern Asia.

In 2018, China was the largest producer of the carrot in the world with 17.9 million tons and Uzbekistan was the second largest producer of Carrot in the world with 2.2 millions tons.

Carrots can be stored in fridge for several months.

Raw carrots contains 88% water, 9% carbs, 0.9% protein, 2.8% fiber, 1% ash and 0.2% fat.

 

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Nutritional Facts of Carrot

Per 100 gram of carrot

 

Calories	41
Carbs	9.6g
Protein	0.93g
Fat	0.24g
Fiber	2.8g
Sugar	4.7g
Vitamin A	835ⴎg
Vitamin B1	0.066mg
Vitamin B2	0.058mg
Vitamin B3	0.983mg
Vitamin B6	0.138mg
Vitamin B9	19ⴎg
Vitamin C	5.9mg
Vitamin E	0.66mg
Vitamin K	13.2ⴎg
Calcium	33mg
Zinc	0.24mg
Magnesium	12mg
Manganese	0.1436mg
Phosphorus	35mg
Potassium	320mg
Iron	0.3mg

 

Hidden benefits of Carrot

1. Good for your beautiful Eyes

This is very well know superpower of carrot because they are rich in Vitamin A, which keeps your eyes healthy.

2. It may prevent Cancer

Carrot contains two main type of antioxidant Carotenoids and Anthocyanins, which helps kill free radical and make you less likely to have cancer. 

3. Support healthy heart

Carrot contains Antioxidant, Potassium and fiber which keeps your  blood pressure in control and fiber keeps a healthy weight and lesser the chance of heart disease.

4. Boost the immunity

Carrot contains a good amount of vitamin c, iron, zinc and antioxidant which helps boost immunity.

 

5. Improve the digestion and prevents the constipation

Carrots are rich in fiber which improve the digestive system and prevents constipation.

 

6. Strengthening your bones

Carrots rich in both calcium and Vitamin K, both are important for bone health and prevent osteoporosis. 

7. Helps weight loss

Carrots are low in calorie food and gives you a feeling of fullness, which may cause weight loss. 

 

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