Go Lean, Go Carrots

Carrots are recognized historically as a super food that is oozing with nutritional benefits. There are many health compounds present in carrots. But carotenoids are the best known. Beta-carotene & Folate are the commonly known compounds found in carrots which are easily absorbed by the body.

Here are top 3 benefits of including carrots in your daily diet:-

Good Vision – Carrot is considered a goldmine when it comes to Vitamin A. This is, in fact, the biggest and healthiest benefits of eating carrots. Vitamin A is essential for good vision, to maintain strong and effective immune system to combat infections as well as maintaining soft and healthy skin. One large carrot contains 93% of Vitamin A, which is an enormous amount of the total required in a day.

Heart Health – Potassium is an essential mineral for our body because it helps in controlling blood pressure. A normal size carrot contains 320mg of Potassium that is approximately 7% of daily consumption required. Carrots are known to reduce the chances of cardiovascular problems like heart attack. Potassium plays an important role in relieving muscle pain, provides energy and regulates the nervous system.

Fat Burn – Manganese is a very important mineral that is required by our body to maintain health. It helps in converting fat & proteins into energy which is important to keep you going through the day. Carrots are filled with 3% of Manganese, which is a sure & very positive contribution to daily diet. It helps the body to absorb other nutrients and with blood clotting during wounds. The most important benefit of manganese is that it helps our nervous system to function properly.

Carrot is one vegetable that you can’t afford to leave out of your diet. It is rich in fiber which also keeps you feel full and therefore helps fighting fat accumulation.

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– Dimple