2. Carrots
Carrots are packed with vitamin A, providing 428% of the daily recommended value in just one cup (128 grams) .
They contain beta-carotene, an antioxidant that gives carrots their vibrant orange color and could help in cancer prevention .
In fact, one study revealed that for each serving of carrots per week, participants’ risk of prostate cancer decreased by 5% .
Another study showed that eating carrots may reduce the risk of lung cancer in smokers as well. Compared to those who ate carrots at least once a week, smokers who did not eat carrots had a three times greater risk of developing lung cancer.
Carrots are also high in vitamin C, vitamin K and potassium.
Summary
Carrots are especially high in beta-carotene, which can turn into vitamin A in the body. Their high antioxidant content may help reduce the risk of lung and prostate cancer
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