1. IMPROVES SIGHT :
Carrots contains beta–carotene which is converted in the eyes by the retina into a purple pigment called RHODOPSIN that is very essential for night vision
2. PREVENTION OF SKIN DAMAGE :
Vitamin A found in carrots can protect the skin from damages caused by the sun. carrots also consists of certain antioxidants that prevent dryness of skin and nails.
3. CANCER PREVENTION :
Falcarinol and Falcarindiol found in carrots have cancer anti-cancer properties as reported by researchers. They could help in long term prevention of lung cancer, colon cancer and breast cancer
4. HEART DISEASE PREVENTION :
Apart from beta-carotene, carrots also consists alpha-carotene and lutein which plays a vital role in keeping the heart free of disease attacks.
The regular consumption of carrots reduces cholesterol levels due to the fact that the soluble fibers in carrots have the ability to bind with bile acids.
5. TEETH AND GUM PROTECTION :
Carrots stimulate gums and trigger a lot of saliva, which being alkaline, balances out the acid-forming, cavity-forming bacteria.
The minerals in carrots helps in the prevention tooth damage.
ARTICLE BY : PEDRO AGBO LAWRENCE
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