Healing Foods Database » Carrots
Health Benefits
Carrots are about 10% carbs, consisting of starch, fiber and simple sugars. They rank low on the glycemic index scale
Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene. They are also a good source of several B-vitamins, vitamin K and potassium.
Carrots are a great source of many plant compounds, especially carotenoids, such as beta-carotene and lutein.
Carrot consumption has been linked with reduced risk of cancer and heart disease, and improved eye health. They may be a valuable component of an effective weight loss diet.
Nutrition Details
- Vitamin A
- Amount per serving: 203%
- Serving size: 1 medium-sized carrot
- Potassium
- Amount per serving: 195mg
- Serving size: 1 medium-sized carrot
- Calcium
- Amount per serving: 2%
- Serving size: 1 medium-sized carrot
- Vitamin C
- Amount per serving: 6%
- Serving size: 1 medium-sized carrot
- Iron
- Amount per serving: 1%
- Serving size: 1 medium-sized carrot
- Vitamin B6
- Amount per serving: 5%
- Serving size: 1 medium-sized carrot
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