QUESTION: Which vitamin we get from carrot?
ANSWER:
- Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A.
- Vitamin A is found mainly in the form of beta-carotene, which is a carotenoid pigment responsible for the vegetable’s orange color. When consumed, beta-carotene is converted into vitamin A in the body.
- Vitamin A is essential for vision health and the maintenance of healthy skin and mucous membranes.
- Carrots also contain smaller amounts of other vitamins, including
- vitamin C
- vitamin K
- vitamin B6
- several B-complex vitamins
- These vitamins contribute to various aspects of overall health, including
- energy metabolism
- antioxidant protection
- Proper functioning of the nervous system
| Nutrient | Concentration per 100g | Function |
| Vitamin A | 8,280 mcg (920% of RDI) | · Vision health
· Immune function · Skin health |
| Vitamin K | 13.2 mcg (11% of RDI) | · Blood clotting, bone health |
| Calories | 41 kcal | · Energy source |
| Vitamin C | 5.9 mg (7% of RDI) | · Antioxidant
· Immune support · Collagen synthesis |
| Carbohydrates | 9.6 g | · Energy source |
| Protein | 0.9 g | · Building and repairing tissues |
| Fat | 0.2 g | · Source of essential fatty acids |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | · Promotes digestion
· Aids in satiety |
| Beta-carotene | 8285 mcg | · Converts to vitamin A
· Antioxidant |
| Potassium | 320 mg (7% of RDI) | · Maintains fluid balance
· Supports nerve function |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.983 mg (6% of RDI) | · Energy metabolism
· Skin health |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.138 mg (7% of RDI) | · Brain function
· Metabolism · Immune support |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.066 mg (6% of RDI) | · Energy metabolism
· Nerve function |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.058 mg (4% of RDI) | · Energy metabolism
· Antioxidant |
| Folate | 19 mcg (5% of RDI) | · DNA synthesis
· Red blood cell production |
| Manganese | 0.143 mg (6% of RDI) | · Antioxidant, bone health
· Metabolism |
| Copper | 0.045 mg (5% of RDI) | · Enzyme function
· Iron absorption |