Carrots

Carrots are an excellent source of antioxidant compounds, and one of the the richest vegetable source of the cartenoids. Their bright orange color indicates their rich nutrient density. 

Health Benefits
  • Carrots' antioxidant compounds help protect against cardiovascular disease.  In a study with 1,300 elderly humans, eating one carrot or squash serving per day reduced their risk of heart attacks by 60%. 
  • High cartenoid diets have been linked with lower risk of certain types of cancer. 
  • The beta-carotene in carrots protects vision, especially night vision. 
  • Research has shown that taking beta carotene supplements does not produce the same health benefits as eating whole carrots.  This further supports that nutrients work synergistically with other nutrients present in food; nutrients work best as a team. 

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The following SuperTreats™ products are made with carrots:

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