Lower cholesterol - Carrots contain high amounts of soluble fiber,
largely from pectin, which could be the reason they've been shown to
lower cholesterol.
Reduce risk of cancer - The alphacarotene and bioflavonoids in carrots have been associated with lower risks of cancer, particularly lung cancer. But stick to those carotenoids rather than beta-carotene supplements, which could be harmful to smokers.
Keep your vision sharp - If your parents told you to eat your carrots for better eyesight, they were on to something. Carrots won't cure preexisting vision problems, but they can protect against sight issues caused by vitamin A deficiency.
Stop memory loss - Middle-aged people who ate the lowest amount of root vegetables showed more than three times as much cognitive decline as those who ate the most, according to a Netherlands study.
Prevent diabetes - Carrots contain beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant associated with lower diabetes risk. In one study, those with the most beta-carotene in their blood had 32 percent lower insulin levels than those with lower levels of beta-carotene.
Bolster your bone health - Carrots also contain small amounts of other vital nutrients such as vitamin C (5 milligrams per 1 cup serving) and calcium (96 milligrams per 1 cup serving). Many people, especially post-menopausal women, don't get enough calcium, so while carrots might not contain much, "every little bit helps," Fisher says.
Slows down aging - The high level of beta-carotene acts as an antioxidant to cell damage done to the body through regular metabolism. It help slows down the aging of cells.
Promotes healthier skin - Carrots are used as an inexpensive and very convenient facial mask. Just mix grated carrot with a bit of honey.
Helps prevent infection - Carrots are known by herbalists to prevent infection. They can be used on cuts - shredded raw or boiled and mashed.
Cleanses the body - Vitamin A assists the liver in flushing out the toxins from the body. It reduces the bile and fat in the liver. The fibers present in carrots help clean out the colon and hasten waste movement.
Prevents stroke - From all the above benefits it is no surprise that in a Harvard University study, people who ate more than six carrots a week are less likely to suffer a stroke than those who ate only one carrot a month or less.
Protects teeth and gums - It's all in the crunch! Carrots clean your teeth and mouth. They scrape off plaque and food particles just like toothbrushes or toothpaste. Carrots stimulate gums and trigger a lot of saliva, which being alkaline, balances out the acid-forming, cavity-forming bacteria. The minerals in carrots prevent tooth damage.
(honlait.com)
Reduce risk of cancer - The alphacarotene and bioflavonoids in carrots have been associated with lower risks of cancer, particularly lung cancer. But stick to those carotenoids rather than beta-carotene supplements, which could be harmful to smokers.
Keep your vision sharp - If your parents told you to eat your carrots for better eyesight, they were on to something. Carrots won't cure preexisting vision problems, but they can protect against sight issues caused by vitamin A deficiency.
Stop memory loss - Middle-aged people who ate the lowest amount of root vegetables showed more than three times as much cognitive decline as those who ate the most, according to a Netherlands study.
Prevent diabetes - Carrots contain beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant associated with lower diabetes risk. In one study, those with the most beta-carotene in their blood had 32 percent lower insulin levels than those with lower levels of beta-carotene.
Bolster your bone health - Carrots also contain small amounts of other vital nutrients such as vitamin C (5 milligrams per 1 cup serving) and calcium (96 milligrams per 1 cup serving). Many people, especially post-menopausal women, don't get enough calcium, so while carrots might not contain much, "every little bit helps," Fisher says.
Slows down aging - The high level of beta-carotene acts as an antioxidant to cell damage done to the body through regular metabolism. It help slows down the aging of cells.
Promotes healthier skin - Carrots are used as an inexpensive and very convenient facial mask. Just mix grated carrot with a bit of honey.
Helps prevent infection - Carrots are known by herbalists to prevent infection. They can be used on cuts - shredded raw or boiled and mashed.
Cleanses the body - Vitamin A assists the liver in flushing out the toxins from the body. It reduces the bile and fat in the liver. The fibers present in carrots help clean out the colon and hasten waste movement.
Prevents stroke - From all the above benefits it is no surprise that in a Harvard University study, people who ate more than six carrots a week are less likely to suffer a stroke than those who ate only one carrot a month or less.
Protects teeth and gums - It's all in the crunch! Carrots clean your teeth and mouth. They scrape off plaque and food particles just like toothbrushes or toothpaste. Carrots stimulate gums and trigger a lot of saliva, which being alkaline, balances out the acid-forming, cavity-forming bacteria. The minerals in carrots prevent tooth damage.
(honlait.com)
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