Let’s proceed by exemplifying the Anthocyanin subtitle we mentioned in our Antioxidants article a little more.
Speaking of anthocyanins, it would be appropriate to mention the miracle of Black Carrot, which has a high anthocyanin content.
Black Carrot
Black Carrot, which is geographically marked by the Ereğli District Municipality of Konya, can be found mostly in Konya, Antakya and Ankara regions in our country.
Black Carrot, which is also used in the production of turnip juice, is a vegetable with a very rich nutritional value. Black Carrot, also called turnip carrot in some regions, is a winter vegetable.
Black Carrot gets its color from the phytochemical substance called anthocyanin, which acts as a strong antioxidant for the separation of harmful free radicals in the body. Due to the abundance of these pigments in carrots, the color of the product is dark and called black.
Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of black carrots.
1. Removes toxins from the body
As mentioned, Black Carrot has a high anthocyanin content. Thanks to its antioxidant properties, it helps the toxins in the body to be rapidly removed from the body through the liver.
2. Protects eye health
Black Carrot is a vegetable rich in vitamin A. The effects of vitamin A on eye health have been scientifically stated and it has been observed that eye health is protected and improved with the consumption of Black Carrot.
3. Protects the stomach
Carrots are extremely rich in dietary fiber, which is essential for a healthy digestive system. Fiber helps to stimulate peristaltic movement and improve nutrient uptake in the intestine. It reduces the symptoms of individuals with conditions such as ulcers or gastritis. Fiber can also help lower cholesterol levels and regulate the release of insulin and glucose in the body, which is good news for diabetics.
4. Delays aging
As it is known, antioxidant is a molecule that protects our body from “free radicals” which are highly destructive. Thanks to its high antioxidant content, Black Carrot protects the skin against signs of aging. It delays the formation of wrinkles and fine lines on the skin.
5. Effective in fighting cancer
It is stated that Black Carrot provides protection against many types of cancer thanks to its high antioxidant content. It can also be interpreted as supportive in the treatment of cancer patients.
Consumption recommendations
You can consume black carrot, fresh, grated in your salads, squeeze the juice in your glass and in many similar ways. My recommendation to you would be to consume it fresh. As I mentioned, anthocyanin, which is a strong antioxidant, will be reduced by starting to react at the first contact of the carrot with air. In this case, it would be more appropriate to consume it as a fresh vegetable if possible in order to get maximum efficiency.
