Carrots are 'Carrots like this'... Confused whether to eat them raw or cooked?

According to the cooking method for each fruit and vegetable

Even though I know that nutrition changes, it's not easy.

It is said that carrots are especially good to eat cooked...

It's really delicious even when chewing raw carrots, you know, haha.

Sweet potatoes... It is said that it is better for cancer patients and diabetics to eat them raw.

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Fruits and vegetables whose nutrition varies depending on the cooking method

The nutritional value of fruits and vegetables varies depending on how they are prepared. [Photo = Getty Images Bank]

 

 

The nutritional value of fruits and vegetables that are good for the body varies greatly depending on how they are prepared. Usually, it is best to eat them raw, but some nutrients can be enhanced by applying heat. Let's learn about healthy vegetables and fruits and how to eat them, based on information introduced by the American health information media 'WebMD'.

Raw garlic = Garlic, which is good for health, is rich in selenium that can help regulate high blood pressure and reduce the risk of certain cancers. It is often added to soups, stir-fries, and other dishes, but eating it raw or adding it just before the cooking is finished allows for greater nutrient intake.

Fruits are best enjoyed fresh = Fruits that are rich in fiber, low in fat and calories, and abundant in vitamins should be eaten in their fresh state. Making them into fresh fruit juice is also an easy way to consume a variety of nutrients. However, when making juice, the skin must be thoroughly washed. Commercially sold fruit juices often lack the fiber found in fresh fruits and contain many added sugars, so consumption should be cautious.

Tomato sauce = Pasta served with rich tomato sauce is both tasty and healthy. Cooking fresh tomatoes can enhance the benefits of lycopene, a component contained within. Lycopene is a type of carotenoid that gives tomatoes their red color and is known for its antioxidant properties. Adding a little extra olive oil during cooking can increase the body's absorption of lycopene.

Carrots are cooked = Carrots contain a natural chemical called carotenoid. This is why carrots are orange, and it is known to help protect the eyes and reduce the risk of certain cancers. Like lycopene, heating increases bioavailability, so steaming or lightly roasting fresh carrots can enhance their benefits.

Steamed broccoli = Raw broccoli can be lightly steamed to eat it tenderly without destroying most of its nutrients. Unlike boiling in water or stir-frying in oil, steaming helps preserve most of the healthy compound called glucosinolate, which is known for its anticancer properties.

Sweet potatoes are rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, calcium, and magnesium when baked. However, the amount of starch and sugar in sweet potatoes can vary depending on the cooking method. The best way to prepare sweet potatoes, which provide a feeling of fullness and naturally sweet flavor, is to bake them with the skin on.