Carrot can be eaten in its raw form and cooked form. A glass of carrot juice offers valuable nutrition and a slightly sweet and earthy taste.
One cup (240 mL) contains: calories: 96, protein: 2 grams, fat: less than 1 gram, carbs: 22 grams, sugars: 9 grams, fiber: 2 grams, vitamin A (as provitamin A): 255% of the Daily Value (DV), vitamin C: 23% of the DV, vitamin K: 31% of the DV, potassium: 15% of the DV
Potential health benefits of drinking carrot juice:
*Highly nutritious
*It can improve eyesight
*May boost immunity
*It helps reduce sunburn
*Reduce the risk of heart disease
*Contain cancer preventing characteristics
*May improve blood sugar control
*Can for lowering blood cholesterol
*May improve skin health
*May boost heart health
*It's good for liver
*Can improve overall cognitive function
Carrot juice has a considerable amount of lutein and zeaxanthin—two other carotenoids that boast anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, as well.
Carrot juice helps improve eyesight. Carrots are rich in beta carotene, a precursor to vitamin A that’s a powerful antioxidant. Vitamin A helps strengthen the surface of the eye, which promotes healthy vision.
Health benefits of carrot juice
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