Why are carrots good for you?

Answer 1

Vegetables in general contain various things that are more or less good for you, such as dietary fiber. Carrots contain a orange-yellow pigment called carotene, which is similar to a compound called "visual purple" that's important to vision. This is why people say carrots are good for your eyes. Many other vegetables (such as spinach) also contain carotene, though it's particularly noticeable in carrots since in them it's not masked by the presence of chlorophyll as well.

Answer 2

You have more energy, more health, and you improve your eyesight.

Carrots contain vitamin A, and promote beauty, youthfulness, and cancer prevention. The old saying about carrots being "good for the eyes" is correct. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in your liver. Vitamin A is transformed in the retina, to rhodopsin, a purple pigment necessary for night vision. Beta-carotene also protects against macular degeneration and cataracts. Carrots also have alpha-carotene and lutein. Diets high in these carotenoids are associated with a lower risk of heart disease. Vitamin A assists your liver in flushing out the toxins from your body, and reduces the bile and fat in your liver. Vitamin A is useful in the prevention of several different types of cancer as it is one of the most potent antioxidants out there. Beta-carotene also helps to internally protect your skin from sun damage by both deflecting and repairing cell damage caused by excessive ultraviolet exposure, and helps prevent premature wrinkling, acne, dry skin, pigmentation, blemishes, and uneven skin tone. Carrots produce falcarinol, a natural fungicide, which along with falcarindiol in carrots, is believed to reduce the risk of lung cancer, Breast cancer, and colon cancer. The high level of beta-carotene acts as an antioxidant to protect against cell damage that occurs through normal metabolism. It helps slows down the aging of cells. The regular consumption of carrots also reduces cholesterol levels because the soluble fibers in carrots bind with bile acids. The fiber present in carrots help clean out the colon and hasten waste movement. Raw carrots scrape off plaque and food particles just like toothbrushes or toothpaste. Carrots stimulate gums and trigger saliva, which is alkaline, and balances out the acid formed by bacteria that causes cavities. The minerals in carrots prevent tooth damage.

Answer 3

Because, carrots are part of the food section called 'Fruit and Vegetables' and they are vital for a balanced diet. You don't HAVE to choose carrots, but they are a popular option as they are juicy and crunchy and go with a lot of other foods to create a balanced diet. :D

Vitamin A in carrot is important for your vision. It also improves coughing and high blood pressure.

Answer 4

Carrots are good for you health for one, because they are a vegetable. The other reason is that they are full of nutrients. It is best to eat them raw to get the full benefits of their goodness. Raw vegetables have enzymes which are helpful for the digestive system and the liver to function properly.

Answer 5

because they have alot of vitamins in them

Answer 6

They make your body grow and it is a nutrient food. It is the vegetables group.