Carrot

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Carrot

Carrot, is also known as carrot.

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Nutritional Benefits of Carrot:

According to article by Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Ms. Adda Bjarnadottir (MS.RDN(Ice))updated on 6th June 2024, which was medically reviewed by Kathy. W. Warwick (RDN.CDCES.), published on Healthline, Carrot

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1. Carrots may reduce risk of cancer. Diets rich in carotenoids may help protect against several types of cancer. This includes prostate, colon, and stomach cancers. Females with high circulating levels of carotenoids may also have a reduced risk of breast cancer. Carotenoids have been found to protect against lung cancer, but further research is needed to confirm a correlation. Other natural foods that may go against cancer. Other defending prostate cancer natural foods. Other defending colon cancer natural foods. Other defending stomach cancer natural foods. Other defending breast cancer natural foods. Other defending lung cancer natural foods.

2. Carrots may lower blood cholesterol. High blood cholesterol is a well-known risk factor for heart disease. Consuming carrots has been linked to lower cholesterol levels. Other natural foods that may help to control cholesterol. Other helping heart natural foods.

3. Carrots help weight loss. As a low calorie food, carrots can increase fullness and decrease calorie intake in subsequent meals. For this reason, carrots may be a useful addition to an effective weight loss diet. Other natural foods that can help managing weight.

4. Carrots may keep eye health. Individuals with low Vitamin A levels are more likely to experience night blindness, a condition that may diminish by eating carrots or other foods rich in vitamin A or carotenoids. Carotenoids may also cut your risk of age-related macular degeneration. Other natural loving eyes foods.

5. Carrots may protect against leukemia and other cancers. Recent research has identified bioactive compounds in carrots, such as polyacetylenes, may help protect against leukemia and other cancers. Other defending leukemia natural foods. Other natural foods that may go against cancer.

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Do you know? Heterocyclic amine is a chemical that is formed when meat, poultry, or fish is cooked at high temperatures, such as frying, boiling, and barbecuing. “Heterocyclic amines” are carcinogens (substances that may cause cancer). It is also called HCA. Source: National Cancer Institute (of United States)

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