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Carrot

Vegetables · Root Tubers · per 100 g

A wholesome vegetable packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber. Important for digestive health and disease prevention.

Nutrient density 7.5GI Low

Macronutrients

Calories41 kcal 2% DV
Protein0.9 g 2% DV
Carbohydrates9.6 g 3% DV
Fat0.2 g 0% DV
Fiber2.8 g 10% DV
Total sugars4.7 g no %DV*
Sodium69 mg 3% DV

Vitamins & minerals

Vitamin A835 µg 93%
Vitamin C5.9 mg 7%
Vitamin D0.0 µg 0%
Vitamin E0.66 mg 4%
Vitamin K13 µg 11%
Thiamin B10.07 mg 6%
Riboflavin B20.06 mg 5%
Niacin B30.98 mg 6%
Vitamin B60.14 mg 8%
Folate B919 µg 5%
Vitamin B120.0 µg 0%
Calcium33 mg 3%
Iron0.3 mg 2%
Magnesium12 mg 3%
Phosphorus35 mg 3%
Potassium320 mg 7%
Zinc0.24 mg 2%
Selenium0.1 µg 0%

Common serving sizes

ServingWeight
1 medium61 g
1 cup chopped128 g

What it supports in your body

Blood Pressure Systolic — Potassium helps regulate blood pressure

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Best timing around exercise

Any time — best with main meals. Avoid large servings of raw cruciferous pre-workout (gas risk)

Educational reference only. Values are per 100 g from the app's reference database; % Daily Value uses the FDA 2,000-calorie reference. Not medical or dietary advice. See our full disclaimer.
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Nutritional composition of Carrot — FAO/INFOODS, 2023