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Nutrition Facts for Carrots
| Just one medium carrot or a handful of baby carrots counts as one serving of your daily veggies. |
Orange carrots are a great source of beta-carotene. Carrots contain a group of plant pigments called carotenoids, and beta-carotene is a member of this group. These plant pigments were first identified in carrots and therefore their name was derived from the word carrot. |
| Our bodies turn beta-carotene into vitamin A. Vitamin A is important for good health, especially for your eyes. Carrots are one of the best sources of vitamin A. Vitamin A is good for your bones, teeth, vision, and your skin. | Purple carrots contain purple pigments called anthocyanins, which act as anti-oxidants that protect the body. |
| Carrots are a good source of fiber, which is good for the health of your digestive system. |