Carrots are kind of like the socks of the vegetable world. (Bear with me here for a second.) They’re basic and a little dull at first glance, sure. But just as socks serve as an important supportive foundation to any outfit, carrots can act as a foundational support to any nutritious meal. While you might take this crunchy root vegetable for granted when it shows up in your life, whether that’s nestled on a crudité platter or next to a plate of Buffalo wings, you shouldn’t, because carrot benefits for your health are actually pretty impressive.
“Carrots are also packed with essential nutrients, including beta-carotene, fiber, vitamin K, potassium, and antioxidants,” says Lauren Manaker, RDN, LD, CLEC, CPT, a registered dietitian based in Charleston, South Carolina. They’re also incredibly versatile, working well as a textural addition to…
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