Food for the eyes
THE eye is one of the most amazing organs in the body because of its incredibly high precision and performance. All the muscles of the eye are in constant movement to carry out three simultaneous functions for vision. The eye also sends information to the brain.
For the eye to carry out its basic functions perfectly, it needs carotene, vitamin A, and C. Raw carrot is among many foods that have all the essential nutrients that the eyes need to perform its complex task.
Carrot is the root of carrot plant ‘Daucus carota’ L., a herb of the family Umbelliferae that reaches up to one meter in height. It is usually orange in colour; there are also some varieties that are purple or yellow.
Consuming Carrots are known to be good for the overall health, and especially organs like the skin, eyes, digestive system and teeth.
Studies have shown that intake of carrot is important in vision due to its high vitamin A content, deficiency in vitamin A leads to night blindness.
Carrots contain cholesterol-lowering pectin. U.S. Department of Agriculture research suggests two carrots a day may lower cholesterol 10 up to 20 percent.
Regular consumption of carrots helps in prevention of hypertension, elevated cholesterol level, gastric ulcers and digestive disorders. Carrots are rich in carotenoids, which are beneficial to blood sugar regulation.
Studies show that people who eat carotene-rich foods have lower risk of cancer, heart disease and arthritis.
Consuming carrots regularly is beneficial to nursing mothers as it helps improve the quality of breast milk in mothers. They are also helpful in blood purification and could be used as home remedy for treating worms in children.
Take carrots today and enjoy all the health virtues.
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