Health benefits of Carrots

Health benefits of Carrots

Carrot is a rich source of carotene, which is converted to vitamin A in the human body. It is also a rich source of several other essential vitamins, B1, B2, C, D and E which are antioxidants that lower free radicals cell damage and heal and nourish the skin. Carrots are quite rich in potassium and contain magnesium, vitamin B6, folic acid, thiamine, and cholesterol reducing calcium pectate. They also contain small amounts of carbohydrates, essential oils, iron, copper, phosphorus and sulphur. Composed with all of these vitamins and minerals, carrots are a very healthy food.

• They are the best source of Vitamin A which is required to helps prevent night blindness and improves eye sight.

• Vitamin A in carrots aids in curing coughing and high blood pressure.

• Eating carrots or drinking carrot juice everyday helps in attaining radiant skin and enhances the appearance of hairs and nails.

• Carrot is a rich source of calcium which is essential for vasoconstriction.

• Potassium content of carrot enhances the normal heartbeat.

• Vitamin B content of carrot enhances metabolism.

• It helps in slowing down the ageing of cells and reduces several negative impacts linked with ageing.

• Carrot comprises of Vitamin C which helps in strengthening the blood vessels and protects cell from free radicals.

• Beta carotene in carrots shall arrest the heart disease and macular degeneration.

• Alpha carotene reduces the risk of Lung cancer.

• Fresh carrot juice provides instant energy to the body.

• Carrot soup can be used to treat diarrhea as it inhibits the bacterial growth.

• The carotenoid content of carrots helps in reducing the blood sugar level by decreasing the insulin resistance.

• Carrots are a rich source of Beta-carotene, an antioxidant which helps the immune system to tackle cancer cell.

• Augments the quality of breast milk.

• Carrots, if taken daily can reduce cholesterol and blood pressure.

• Carrots been rich in fibre can promote colon health.

Carrots are further helpful in the following conditions: Obesity, Poisoning of the blood, Gum disease, Insomnia, Inflamed Kidneys, Liver, Gallbladder, Alzheimer's disease, Colitis, Ulcer Painful urination.

Dr Varsha Sharma, MD (Hom)

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