The main plant compounds in carrots are:
Lutein: One of the most common antioxidants in carrots, lutein is predominantly found in yellow and orange carrots and is important for eye health.
Lycopene: A bright red antioxidant found in many red fruits and vegetables, including red and purple carrots, lycopene may decrease your risk of cancer and heart disease.
Polyacetylenes: Recent research has identified bioactive compounds in carrots that may help protect against leukemia and other cancers.