Health Benefits of Carrot

Carrot is an anti-bacterial and anti-fungal vegetable. It is loaded with beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A which is a powerful antioxidant vitamin. Beta-carotene gives carrot its specific reddish orange colour. Carrots are rich source of vitamin A, and hence promote eye health and improved vision. Beta-carotene has anti-cancer effects due to its antioxidant properties i.e. in reducing free radicals in the body. It is particularly effective in preventing prostrate, colorectal and lung cancer. Some research studies conducted in the year 2011 about the health benefits of carrots reveal that carrot juice extract was shown to kill leukemia cells and inhibit their progression.

Food Uses and Nutrition of Turnips

Both turnip greens and turnip roots are powerhouse of nutrients. Turnip greens can be used as a leafy vegetable. Turnip roots may be used as a root vegetable or consumed raw as a fresh salad. Turnips roots/tubers can be sliced and deep fried and baked like French fries. Tubers may be roasted and sautéed with spices and herbs. Tubers may be boiled and steamed. Boiled tubers may be mashed with fresh cream or butter to make a delicious side dish. There are several ways to cook these vegetables.