100g 1 Compotera(138g)
Calorias 63 87
Fibra 2.1 2.9
Potasio 222 306
Vitamina C 7 9.7
Beta carotenos(ug) 38 52
Luteina y zeaxantina(ug) 85 117
Antocianidinas(mg) 32 44.16
Quercetina(mg) 2.3 3.2
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Las hojas de la zanahoria


http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3550877/ http://www.scielo.br/pdf/cta/v31n3/a28v31n3 http://www.carrotmuseum.co.uk/carrotops.html

Las hojas de la zanahoria no sólo son comestibles sino que además son muy nutritivas, ricas en proteínas, vitaminas y minerales. Destaca su contenido de vitamina C, su contenido de potasio, y de calcio. The tops of the carrots are loaded with potassium which can make them bitter, so the use of them in food is limited, but there some ideas and recipes below. The leaves do have antiseptic qualities and can be juiced and used as a mouthwash. These greens are packed with chlorophyll, a phytochemical that gives plants their green colour and pigmentation. Chlorophyll is an excellent source of magnesium, which promotes healthy blood pressure as well as strong bones and muscles, and haas been noted to purify the blood, lymph nodes and adrenal glands They are high in potassium, which can lower blood pressure, support your metabolism, and help prevent osteoporosis, according to Caspero. People most at risk for heart disease are the ones who get too little potassium. What's more, carrot greens are rich in vitamin K, which is lacking in the carrot itself and is vital to bone health. They have also been noted to deter tumour growth. Carrot greens contain alkaloids (which are toxic bitter compounds produced by a plant) and all alkaloids are bad because substances like caffeine and cocaine are alkaloids. BUT! - all leafy greens (including “good for you” greens like spinach and kale) contain varying levels and types of alkaloids, some higher than others. Alkaloids are chemical compounds believed to be part of a plant’s defence mechanisms. This applies to both Wild Carrot leaves as well as domestic. A simple use of them is to mix some in with a mixed green salad, or add to coleslaw. You may also use it for garnish. Combine your common sense and your creative skills, and invent something! That's what makes cooking fun. It is a form of art. Carrot greens are high in vitamin K, which is lacking in the carrot itself. Carrot tops are an outstanding source of chlorophyll, the green pigment that studies have shown to combat the growth of tumours. Chlorophyll contains cleansing properties that purify the blood, lymph nodes, and adrenal glands. Scientists have been unable to synthesize chlorophyll in the laboratory, but green plant foods contain sufficient quantities to protect the human body. The leaves do contain furocoumarins that may cause allergic contact dermatitis from the leaves, especially when wet. Later exposure to the sun may cause mild photodermatitis. (This is NOT the same as 'poisonous' - it will only affect susceptible people with allergies to the plant. Some people have the same reaction to yarrow, ragwort, chamomile etc.) Carrot leaves contain significant amounts of porphyrins, which stimulate the pituitary gland and lead to the release of increased levels of sex hormones. There is a distinct difference between toxins and allergens. Carrots (Daucus carota), whether wild or domesticated, are not toxic, they are allergenic. This is like peanuts, which are not toxic but can kill those who are allergic to them. It is however important that any wild plant be positively identified before it is used for food. The tiny tops have tiny almost feathery branches. Carrot seedlings look a lot like bindweed. It takes a while to figure out the differences. Bindweed is redder and the leaf arrangement looks sort of branchy. Also watch the video link on the cultivation page. The US Army Survival Handbook 2008, Department of the Army states - Worms or intestinal parasites – using moderation treatment with tea made from Tansy (tanacetum vulgare) or from wild carrot leaves. Also Gas and cramps - Use a tea made from carrot seeds as an antiflatulent. Son una fuente excelente de clorofila (estudios han demostrado que lucha contra el crecimiento de tumores). La clorofila contiene propiedades depurativas de la sangre, los ganglios linfáticos y las glándulas suprarrenales. Los científicos han sido incapaces de sintetizar clorofila en el laboratorio, pero los vegetales de hoja verde la contienen en cantidades suficientes para proteger el cuerpo humano. Tienen propiedades antisépticas, por lo que se han añadido a enjuagues bucales y, para desinfectar heridas. Masticar hojas de zanahoria puede curar lesiones en la boca, mal aliento, sangrado de las encías y úlceras en la boca.También son diuréticas y pueden ayudar a tratar enfermedades renales y edemas. Fue el médico griego Dioscórides (40-A de C – 90) quiencataloga más de 600 especies de plantas medicinales y dijo que los griegos usaban hojas de zanahoria contra los tumores cancerosos.

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