The carrot gets its characteristic,\u00a0bright orange colour from \u03b2-carotene, and lesser amounts of \u03b1-carotene, \u03b3-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. Carrots are a particularly good source of beta carotene, fiber, vitamin K1, potassium, and antioxidants ( 1 ). They also have a number of health benefits. They’re a weight-loss-friendly food and have been linked to\u00a0lower cholesterol levels and improved eye health. Beta-carotene is the molecule that gives carrots their orange color. It is part of a family of chemicals called the carotenoids, which are found in many fruit and vegetables, as well as some animal products such as egg yolks.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"