Which color of carrot is the healthiest? What do different color carrots mean?

Interestingly, different colors 
of carrots might have slightly  

different nutritional values, according to 
an article published in "Plants" in 2023: 

Purple or black carrots are rich in 
anthocyanins, providing antioxidant  

properties and potentially playing a role in 
heart health and anti-inflammatory responses. 

Orange carrots are notably high 
in β-carotene and α-carotene,  

which are vital provitamin A 
carotenoids essential for vision,  

immune function, and skin health.
The red carrots bring a wealth of lycopene,  

known for its potential to reduce the risk 
of certain cancers and promote heart health. 

Yellow carrots predominantly accumulate 
xanthophylls, particularly lutein,  

which is associated with eye health and may reduce 
the risk of age-related macular degeneration. 

Lastly, white carrots have substantially lower 
pigment levels, providing less of the mentioned  

phytonutrients, but still offering 
fiber and other beneficial compounds.