10 BENEFITS OF CARROTS

1) IMPROVED VISION- Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the liver. Vitamin A is  transformed in the retina, to rhodopsin, a purple pigment necessary for night vision. Beta-carotene has also been shown to protect against macular degeneration and senile cataracts.
2) CANCER PREVENTION - Studies have shown carrots reduce the risk of lung cancer, breast cancer, and colon cancer. Researchers have just discovered falcarinol and falcarindol which they feel cause the anti-cancer properties. Falcarinol is a natural pesticide produced byvthe carrot that protects its roots from fungal diseases. Carrots are one of the only common sources of this compound.
3) ANTI-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.
4) HEALTHY GLOWING SKIN(FROM THE INSIDE)- Vitamin A and antioxidants protects the skin from sun damage. Defencies of vitamin A cause dryness to the skin, hair and nails. Vitamin A prevents premature wrinkling, acne, dry skin, pigmentation, blemishes, and uneven skin tone.
5) A POWERFUL ANTISEPTIC - Carrots are known by herbalists to prevent infection. They can be used on cuts-shredded raw or boiled and mashed.
6) BEAUTIFUL SKIN (FROM THE OUTSIDE )- Carrots are used as an inexpensive and very convenient facial mask. Just mix grated carrot with a bit of honey.
7) PREVENT HEART DISEASE - Studies show that diets high in carotenoids are associated with a lower risk of heart disease. Carrots have not only beta-carotene but also reduces cholesterol levels because the soluble fibers in carrots bind with bile acids.
8) CLEANSE THE BODY- Vitamin A assits 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.
9) HEALTHY TEETH AND GUMS- 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.
10) PREVENT STROKE- People who eat more than six carrots a week are less likely to suffer a stroke than those who eat only one carrot a month or less.