Carrots Raw vs Cooked Quick Nutrition Tip #20 to help you eat smarter in seconds.
Cooked carrots are generally more nutritious because heating breaks down cell walls, allowing for up to 40% higher absorption of beta-carotene (converted to vitamin A) compared to only 3-4% in raw. However, raw carrots retain more heat-sensitive Vitamin C and offer higher crunch for dental health. Both are excellent, low-calorie fiber sources.
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