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Summary According to research, it has been discovered that carrots are an excellent source for carotene, which is converted to vitamin A in the human body.
Recent research claims that Carrots have been used for thousands of years for medicinal purposes. They are thought by some to have healing, sedative, and diuretic (reducing body fluids and bloating) properties. Carrot has proved its outstanding role in anti-cancer effect. The research revealed that people with lack of beta-carotene were more likely to have 2 times higher risk of cancer than normal people. It is wiser to eat an appropriate amount of carrot per day to prevent cancer. This is because beta-carotene in the carrot can be easily changed by our body into vitamin A, which is essential for healthy cell growth, strong immune system and protection against muscular degeneration (AMD).Calcium is an essential mineral to keep the heart healthy and strong, while vitamin E is used by muscles in the body. Carrots are one of the most nutritious and healthy vegetables to eat as they are so very rich in vitamins and minerals whether eaten cooked, raw or juiced.
