CARROT JUICE
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| CARROT JUICE |
My Mom always says eat Carrots... they are good for your Eyes!!! I have grown up listening to such food quotes, this one is good for that and that one is good for this. She even says "Vitamin A Undu, B Undu, C Undu and Ooo... Undu..."('Undu' means 'there is') when she has to convince us to eat something. Like Spinach, Green Grams, Bittergourd etc., & etc., She would say that eating spinach is good for your hair and it will grow long for which I would surely fall for. I know that were her tactics then, to make us eat healthy food. But the idea got into my head along with the food she served that Spinach has Iron, Papaya has Vitamin A, Green Grams are a good source of Protein etc.,
So Carrot was one vegetable frequented at home. My brother had to eat it every day, as he started wearing glasses at an early age. She just peels it off and asks us to eat it as such, or sometimes makes Carrot Juice & sometimes add milk and make Smoothies out of it and mostly she makes Carrot Poriyal/Thoran, Carrot Pachadi or add it in Curries and once I even remember her making Carrot Payasam.
Ok... coming to Carrot juice, it is an easy recipe which can be blended up within minutes in a mixer/juicer. The best way to consume Carrots is to have them raw. So Juicing is one best way and you even don't have to worry about losing the nutrients from it. So I don't think I have to convince you all more into having Carrot Juice but still with a few words of Health Benefits on this Orange Beauty - Carrots. BTW Carrots are not only Orange/Red, but they also come in various other colours like Pink, Purple, Black, Yellow and White.
Carrots are rich in Vitamins and Minerals. Carrots contain a type of Carotenoid called Beta-carotene that the body can convert into Vitamin A. It is loaded with Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K & B and several antioxidant compounds. It is a good source of Potassium and other minerals like Iron, Calcium and soluble Fibres. Carrots are used for preparing Stir-fries, Stews, Salads, Beverages, Desserts, Smoothies, and Candy, as well as it is loaded with a wealth of Health Benefits.
- Eye Health - Beta Carotene present in Carrots are converted into Vitamin A which plays an important role in boosting Eye Health.
- High Source of Anti-oxidants - Carotenoids, found in carrots and other orange vegetables, are potent antioxidants that can help reduce your risk of various forms of temporary illnesses and serious chronic diseases.
- Reduces the Risk of Cancer - High amount of Anti-oxidants & Carotenoids in Carrots & Carrot Juice helps to eliminate free radicals from the body and prevents the growth of Cancerous Cells.
- Boosts Immunity - Carrots and carrot juice benefit the immune system by helping to defend the body from free radical damage, harmful bacteria, viruses and inflammation. Antioxidants play a major role in boosting immunity.
- For a Healthy Heart - Carrots & Carrot Juice can help to keep the Arteries flexible, decreases the inflammation in the lining of blood vessels, reduces the risk of blockages and thus helps maintain a healthy heart.
- Maintains Blood Pressure - Fiber can help to remove excess LDL cholesterol from the walls of arteries and blood vessels. Carrot is a good source of Potassium, which is beneficial for maintaining a healthy Blood Pressure.
- Regulates Blood Sugar Levels - Potassium present in Carrots & Carrot Juice helps in maintaining cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Carrots are low in calories and sugar content. The essential Vitamins and Minerals present in Carrots helps to prevent Diabetes.
- Helps Prevent Alzheimers - Carrots play a major role in boosting brain health, improving memory, and defending against other types of cognitive decline. A regular intake of Carrots & Carrot Juice may curb the onset of neurological problems like Alzheimer disease.
- Weight Loss - Carrots & Carrot Juice has no Saturated fats or Cholesterol. It also increases bile secretion, which helps in burning fat. So it is highly recommended for those aiming to lose weight.
- Aids Digestion - Carrots & Carrot Juice aids in the smooth functioning of the stomach, heart and liver. The high amount of dietary fibre and its ability to increase bile secretion helps to improve digestion and regulate bowel movement.
- Good for Skin & Wound Healing - Beta-carotene, Lutein and Lycopene present in Carrots helps to reduce Wrinkles, heals scars, is also known to prevent Pimples. Beta-carotene is known for healing wounds The juice, when applied topically or taken as a drink, is an excellent home remedy for healthy, vibrant and youthful skin.
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Recipe Type - Drink
Difficulty - Easy
Serves - 1- 2
Author - SM
Preparation Time : 3 -5 Minutes
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HOW TO MAKE CARROT JUICE
INGREDIENTS:
Carrots - 2 CupsSugar/Honey - 2 Tablespoons
Water - 1 Cup
Add-ons(If preferred):
Lime Juice/Orange Juice - 1/2 TablespoonGinger - a small piece
METHOD:
- Thoroughly scrub and wash the Carrots under running water.
- Peel off the skin(Optional).
- Cut Carrots into small cubes.
- Add Carrot Cubes along with some Water into a blender.
- Blend until it turns smooth.
- Pour the Carrot Juice through a strainer(optional).
- The pulp would be thick so it will take some time for the juice to be strained.
- To speed up the process, press the pulp with a spoon/spatula.
- I use my juicer jar(which came along with my blender) for the purpose, which has a strainer within which makes the process easier.
- Collect the strained Carrot Juice in a bowl.
- Add Honey/Sugar to sweeten up the Juice.
- Pour it into a tall glass and serve the Carrot Juice chilled or at room temperature.
- Can add few teaspoons of Lemon Juice/Orange Juice to add zing to the Carrot Juice.
- If adding Ginger grind it along with Carrots.
NOTES:
- I use a simple blender for making Juices & Smoothies.
- Straining the Carrot juice is purely optional.
- Blend it until smooth.
- Can substitute 1 Cup of Milk/Yogurt with Water and convert the same into Carrot Smoothie.
- Adding Sweeteners to Carrot Juice is purely optional.
- Adding Lemon Juice or Orange Juice can give you an extra note of taste and flavour to Carrot Juice. But it is purely optional.
- Freshly extracted Carrot Juice(without added sweeteners) can be stored in the refrigerator for about 2-3 days.
*TRIVIA: A SIMPLE NOTE
*Excessive consumption of Carrot & Carrot Juice may cause Carotenemia, a condition where one’s skin turns slightly orange, although this is a rare condition.
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