Tuesday, July 09, 2013

Carrot

Benefits of Carrot

·         rich in antioxidants, vitamins and dietary fibre with only 41 calories per 100 gms, negligible fat and no cholesterol.

·         rich source of carotenes and vitamin A.

·         Studies have found that the flavanoids in carrots protect against skin, lung and oral cavity cancers.

·         vitamin A in carrots is essential for good vision, reproduction(sperm production), skin health, growth and development.

·         fresh roots are also good in vit C which helps the body to maintain healthy teeth, gums, and improves immunity.

·         contains a good amount of B complex vitamins that act as co factors for important enzyme reactions.

·         besides, it also has a healthy dose of minerals like copper, manganese, potassium and phosphorus.

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