February 2012
| Seasonal Feature - Carrots! |
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That old wives' tale about eating carrots to help you see in the dark has some elements of truth because carotene converts to vitamin A in the body which not only supports our immunity but also protects our eyes. In fact some sources claim that a single carrot a day can supply our daily requirements of this important vitamin. Ideally we should eat carrots raw or briefly cooked to maximise their nutritional contribution. Carrots are also high in phosphorus and silicon which are important bone-building nutrients. Swap your morning orange juice for a carrot juice to help maintain bone density and protect eye sight. Save on calories by baking a traditional carrot cake using Zylosweet; cakes and muffins are a great way to include these sweeter tasting vegetables in your kid’s diet |