28/05/2026
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, an antioxidant that the body converts into vitamin A. Snacking on a half cup of carrot sticks will net you 459 micrograms of the vitamin, more than half of the recommended daily amount, according to the NIH.
We all grew up hearing that vitamin A helps keep your eyes healthy. But the NIH points out that the antioxidants in carrots, including vitamin A, may also lower your risk of certain cancers.
Along with those antioxidants, carrots count as a non-starchy vegetable, explains the American Institute for Cancer Research. And that puts them in the group of foods that may help decrease the risk of colorectal, stomach, lung and others when eaten often.
Carrots also contain vitamin K, which helps maintain strong bones to reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
Try This!
- Dip raw baby carrots into ¼ cup hummus or other bean dip.
- Bake crispy carrot chips as a snack. Peel carrots, and then use the peeler to create long strips. Toss the strips with a little olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet (making sure they don’t overlap) and bake at 425℉ until crispy, about 10 to 12 minutes.
Taken from United Health Care
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