Carrot has been associated with numerous health benefits, including improved blood flow, lower blood pressure, and increased exercise performance. Packed with essential nutrients, Carrots are a great source of fiber, folate (vitamin B9), manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin C. Carrot contain a high concentration of nitrates, which have a blood pressure-lowering effect. This may lead to a reduced risk of heart attacks, heart failure, and stroke.
Carrots are delicious raw but more frequently cooked or pickled. There are numerous types of Carrot, many of which are distinguished by their color — yellow, white, pink, or dark purple. Carrot juice acts as a great blood purifier, which is key to keeping your skin glowing and healthy. Carrots are also rich in Vitamin C which helps in clearing blemishes and evens out your skin tone while giving it a natural glow.
Raw or cooked Carrot offers about 8–10% carbs. Simple sugars — such as glucose and fructose — make up 70% and 80% of the carbs in raw and cooked Carrot, respectively. Carrot has a glycemic index (GI) score of 61, which is considered medium.
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