Fresh Irish Carrots

Beta carotene, which your body converts into Vitamin A, is the star nutrient in carrots — hence why they're good for our eyesight. Carrots also have healthy doses of vitamins B and C, and they contain calcium pectate, which can help lower cholesterol (and is also what makes vegetables extra crisp). Try to cook carrots whole, as cutting can reduce nutrients by 25%. Wait and wash veggies just before cooking to preserve nutrients. In fact, cooking veggies whole is often the best choice to preserve nutrients.