Go for the orange
Chockfull of vitamins and minerals, this crunchy and tasty veggie has multiple benefits. Yes, we’re talking about carrots. Most of us are used to seeing orange or reddish orange carrots but did you know that there are yellow, white and even purple carrots? No kidding!
Now let’s look at what it does for your health. Carrots contain only 10% carbs and are low in fat. They are high in beta carotene, a very good source of Vitamin A, which is important for one’s vision, and for the body’s growth and immune system. They are also rich in different B vitamins, vitamin K and potassium. This is not all. Carrot are full of antioxidants, which are important substance to boost immunity and reduce risk of heart diseases, some kinds of cancer and other illnesses.
So it’s good to include carrots into your diet. Now with the rainy season upon us, here’s something that will help you cope with the cold, as you include carrots in your diet. A recipe for carrot soup. Slide through the images below and whip up a cup of a warm and hearty broth.
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