Carrots, un (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)

vegetables

USDA name: Carrots, frozen, unprepared (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)

GI: 39 (Low)
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152 cal
P:1gC:8gF:0g
3.3g fiber
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100g

Calories152

Total Fat0.5g

Saturated Fat0.0g

Total Carbs7.9g

Fiber3.3g

Sugars4.8g

Protein0.8g

Macro Breakdown

Protein0.8g (8%)
Carbs7.9g (81%)
Fat0.5g (11%)

Glycemic Impact

Glycemic Index39 (Low)
Glycemic Load2
Insulin Index46

Health Scores (0-10)

10.0
Metabolic
6.6
Inflammation
6.1
Hormonal
6.3
Gut Health
10.0
Skin Health
5.0
Brain Health
8.0
Bone Health
6.2
Sleep
6.0
Exercise
5.6
Longevity
5.3
Detox
5.8
Immunity
6.3
Pral
5.7
Satiety
0.0
Nutrient Density
5.3
Bioavailability
6.9
Electrolyte
5.2
Methylation

๐Ÿงฌ How Carrots, un (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) Affects Your Health

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Testosterone 3% DV

Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5ฮฑ-reductase and inhibits aromatase.

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Cortisol & Stress 3% DV

Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.

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Cortisol 6% DV

Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA โ€” calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.

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Thyroid 1% DV

Selenium (undefined% DV) converts T4 to active T3. Essential for thyroid function.

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Skin Health

vitamin a. Vitamin C is required for collagen cross-linking. Zinc reduces inflammation and sebum. Vitamin A reg.

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Magnesium 3% DV

3% DV. Calms nerves, relaxes muscles, supports sleep.

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Potassium 5% DV

5% DV. Blood pressure regulation, prevents muscle cramps.

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Sleep Quality

Magnesium (12mg) relaxes muscles and calms the nervous system.

Complete Nutrient Profile

NutrientAmount / 100g% Daily Value
Energy Kcal152.0 kJโ€”
Protein0.8 g2% DV
Total Fat0.5 g1% DV
Carbohydrate7.9 g3% DV
Fiber3.3 g12% DV
Sugar4.8 g10% DV
Sodium68.0 mg3% DV
Calcium36.0 mg3% DV
Iron0.4 mg2% DV
Magnesium12.0 mg3% DV
Phosphorus33.0 mg3% DV
Potassium235.0 mg5% DV
Zinc0.3 mg3% DV
Vitamin C2.5 mg3% DV
Vitamin B60.1 mg6% DV
Folate10.0 ยตg3% DV
Vitamin A710.0 ยตg79% DV
Vitamin E0.6 mg4% DV
Selenium0.7 ยตg1% DV

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Carrots, frozen, unprepared (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) support gut health?
Carrots, frozen, unprepared (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) contains 3.3g of fiber per 100g (12% DV). Fiber feeds beneficial gut bacteria, which produce short-chain fatty acids (butyrate) that reduce inflammation, strengthen the gut barrier, and improve insulin sensitivity.
Does Carrots, frozen, unprepared (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) affect hormones?
Yes โ€” Carrots, frozen, unprepared (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) is rich in fiber (12% DV), which Binds excess estrogen in gut for excretion (enterohepatic circulation interruption). Slows glucose absorption โ†’ lower insulin spikes.. fiber supports Estrogen and Insulin production. sugar supports Insulin and Cortisol production.
Is Carrots, frozen, unprepared (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) good for blood pressure?
Yes. Carrots, frozen, unprepared (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) provides 235mg of potassium per 100g (5% DV). Potassium helps lower blood pressure by counteracting sodium's effects and relaxing blood vessel walls. The sodium-to-potassium ratio is 3.5.
Does Carrots, frozen, unprepared (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program) contain anti-nutrients?
Oxalates (spinach, beet greens, Swiss chard โ€” bind calcium). Goitrogens (raw cruciferous โ€” broccoli, kale, cabbage โ€” can impair thyroid iodine uptake). Cooking cruciferous vegetables deactivates goitrogens. Pair high-oxalate greens with calcium-rich foods (they bind in gut, not kidneys). Avoid green potatoes. Only a concern with very high raw intake + iodine deficiency (for goitrogens) or kidney stone history (for oxalates).