Carrots are an excellent source of vitamin A, through �-carotene and �-carotene which are converted to vitamin A by the body. Another important phytochemical present is falcarinol as it may be responsible for some of the health benefits of carrots. Falcarinol is a substance of recent nutritional interest and one that is also present in ginseng which is a long established Chinese health remedy, One medium sized carrot supplies enough �-carotene for two days� supply of vitamin A. Moderate amounts of vitamin C, sodium, potassium and fibre are also present. B group vitamins are also present in small but useful amounts.