3 good reasons to drink carrot juice

Consumed in moderation, carrot juice brings many antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits to the body. 

3 good reasons to drink carrot juice

Fresh fruit and vegetable juices have been on the rise for several years. Carrots are among the most used ingredients because they provide taste and many nutrients that are beneficial to health. Among other things, they go well with other fruits and vegetables. 

A few warnings, however: according to the Food & Drug Administration (FDA), pregnant women should avoid freshly squeezed juices, as well as juices that are pasteurized or contain preservatives. Carrots contain a type of carotenoid called beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A. Excessive long-term consumption is associated with harmful effects, including yellow-orange discoloration of the skin. Finally, juices contain less fiber than foods in their original form. Drinking juice is not a substitute for eating whole fruits and vegetables.

With these recommendations in mind, you can enjoy the benefits of carrot juice for these three good reasons:

For its nutrients

A large glass of carrot juice contains less than 100 kilocalories, very little fat, protein, carbohydrates, and some fiber. It is rich in potassium, vitamin C, thiamine, vitamin B6, vitamin A, and vitamin K. These vitamins and minerals make it an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory drink. 


For its effects on health

This multitude of nutrients makes carrot juice particularly beneficial to the body.

  • According to a study cited by Medical News Today, carrot consumption is associated with a 26% reduction in the risk of stomach cancer.

  • Carrot juice also has a role to play in the treatment of leukemia, but more research is needed to confirm these results.

  • A high (but not excessive) level of carotenoids could reduce the risk of breast cancer.

  • Finally, vitamin C intake from carrot juice would be particularly useful for people suffering from the chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).


For its taste

The special flavor of carrots goes wonderfully well with other fruits and vegetables. At home, you can try mixing it with apple juice, orange juice, kale, cinnamon, or ginger. In this way, you add the benefits of different foods to those already present in the carrot.

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