Carrots (carotte), Known as  biennial plant of the Apiaceae family that produces an edible taproot. Among common varieties root shapes range from globular to long, with lower ends blunt to pointed. The plants require cool to moderate temperatures and are not grown in summer in the warmer regions. They require deep, rich, but loosely packed soil. Modern machines sow the seeds sparsely in bands to give room for plant development without need for thinning.

Uses:

Fresh carrots (carotte) should be firm and crisp, with smooth and unblemished skin. Bright-orange colour indicates high carotene content; smaller types are the most tender. They are used in salads and as relishes and are served as cooked vegetables and in stews and soups. One of the best ways to make the most of carrots (carotte) is to eat them like Gajar Ka Halva. The carrots (carotte) are grated, steamed with milk and sugar, and decorated with walnuts. Delicious and healthy winter food! For dieters and health reasons, raw carrots (carotte) or mini carrots (carotte) are a famous snack. At parties, it’s better to dip carrots instead of cookies! Healthy food lovers also like eating sliced crispy slices.

Benefits:

1. Help Promote Healthy Vision:
Vitamin A deficiency causes a disease called dry eye, which affects normal vision as well as causes night blindness. The antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin in carrots can also improve eye health. These two natural compounds protect the eyes. The American Journal of Ophthalmology found that women who ate more than two servings of carrots (carotte) a week had a 64% lower risk of glaucoma than women who did not eat one serving of carrots.

2. Aids Weight Loss:
They are the healthiest snack to munch on! Remember, bugs bunny or our very own – Karamchand – well it about time to follow their eating habit too. One cup of carrots (carotte) gives a very minimal amount of calories but a bowlful of nutrients, and these nutrients can truly assist you to feel fuller longer and in turn, lower the quantity of energy you eat.

3. Improves Skin Health:
For those who wish to improve their diet through skin products, this vegetable is a wonderful snack. As we all know, they can treat acne, dermatitis, acne, rash, and other skin diseases. In addition to the antioxidant content, they also contain β-carotene. It heals scars as well as spots on the skin.

4. Helps Improve Immunity:
Vitamin C in carrots (carotte) is essential for immune system support and healing. The vitamin A in vegetables also strengthen the immune system and plays an important role in the formation and protection of mucous membranes, which act as barriers to keep germs out of the body.