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Carrots are great for you and for your eyes. The beta-carotene contained in carrots
actually helps improve and maintain great eyesight.
Most carrots are sold without the tops because they have been shown to draw moisture
from the roots. Yet many people buy carrots with tops to ensure the product is fresh.
However, in order to store carrots longer, remove the tops.
Good quality carrots will be firm, smooth-skinned,
straight-shaped and well colored with no blemishes. The deeper the orange coloring of the
carrot, the higher the beta-carotene content.
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