Tips on how to choose and proper storage of Fresh Carrots

When I see carrots, the first thing I remember is bugs bunny :) … well actually carrots are very healthy, the orange bright colors shows that they are the richest source of beta-carotene. I can still recall how our mother used her force for us to eat carrots, mother loves eating fresh carrots – (anyway we later learned to eat carrots – I am now carrot cake fan!) Study shows that carrots actually reduce the risk of cancer aside from the fact that it is vital for us to have clear and bright eyes. Cooked and raw carrots are good source of vitamin A and potassium.

Choose fresh Carrots
There are things to consider in choosing fresh carrots. Choose carrots with smooth and firm skins and round shapes. Choose carrots with bright orange colors and green tops attached because they are the most fresh. It is best to buy medium sized carrots and avoid buying carrots with withered ends.

Storing Carrots
Remove the green tops before storing the carrots. Wash carrots before storing, put the carrots inside the vegetable container and put inside the refrigerator. Avoid putting carrots inside the plastic bog because they will sweat and easily be rotten. Stored carrots are consumable in one to two weeks time.

There we go… let us enjoy eating cooked or uncooked carrots!!!