Category Archives: Carrots

Phytochemicals in Carrots

Posted on March 1, 2024 by Robert Barrington

Carrots (Daucus carota) are a rich source of antioxidant phytochemicals and play an important nutritional role because so many of them are eaten. In terms of vegetables, carrots are one of the most commonly eaten root vegetables alongside potatoes, turnips … Continue reading →

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Carrots, Free Radicals and Cancer

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Robert Barrington

β-carotene is an orange coloured carotenoid found in high concentrations in carrots. Consumption of β-carotene is controversial, because some studies show that it protects from cancer and some show that it might increase cancer rates. This discrepancy may relate to … Continue reading →

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