Carrot extract is a herbaceous plant of the Umbelliferae family (Daucus carota) with a scientific name of Daucus carota. It is usually two years old. The taproot is edible. Reduce qi and relieve cough, etc.
Each 100 grams of carrots contains approximately 0.6 grams of protein, 0.3 grams of fat, 7.6 to 8.3 grams of carbohydrates, 0.6 mg of iron, 1.35 to 17.25 mg of provitamin A (carotene), 10.02 to 0.04 mg of vitamin B, and vitamin B20. 04-0.05 mg, 12 mg of vitamin C, 150.7 kJ of calories, and pectin, starch, inorganic salts and a variety of amino acids. Among the various varieties, the dark orange-red carotene content is the highest, and the energy contained in various carrots is between 79.5 dry coke and 1339.8 kJ.
1. To benefit the liver and improve eyesight: Carrots contain big star carotene. The molecular structure of this carotene is equivalent to 2 molecules of vitamin A. After entering the body, 50% of it becomes vitamins through the action of enzymes in the liver and small intestinal mucosa. A, has the effect of invigorating the liver and improving eyesight, and can treat night blindness;
2. Lige wide intestine: Carrot contains plant fiber, has strong water absorption, and is easy to swell in the intestinal tract. It is the "filling substance" in the intestinal tract, which can strengthen the peristalsis of the intestinal tract, thereby benefiting the diaphragm and widening the intestine, laxative and anti-cancer:
3. To invigorate the spleen and eliminate chancre: Vitamin A is an essential substance for the normal growth and development of bones, helps cell proliferation and growth, is an element of body growth, and is of great significance to promote the growth and development of children;
4. Enhancing immune function: The conversion of carotene into vitamin A helps to enhance the body's immune function, and plays an important role in the prevention of epithelial cell canceration. The lignin in carrots can also improve the body's immune mechanism and indirectly destroy cancer cells;
5. Hypoglycemic and lipid-lowering: Carrots also contain hypoglycemic substances, which are good foods for diabetics. Some of their ingredients, such as dermatoxin and kaempfer, can increase coronary blood flow, reduce blood lipids, and promote adrenaline. Synthetic, as well as lowering blood pressure and strengthening the heart, it is a good food therapy for patients with hypertension and coronary heart disease.
