Carrots are among the best foods and provide many health benefits, so what are the most prominent benefits?
Can it be used to help treat some diseases?
Author Maria Kulkis, in a report published by the Russian site "Ni Bulim", says that carrots are rich in "flavonoids", natural sugars and fibers, and carrots contain vitamins B1 ″ (B1), B2 ″ (B2), and P6 (B6), P9 (B9), E (E), D (D), K (K) and C (C).
Carrots are one of the best sources of beta-carotene, which is an effective antioxidant, and beta-carotene in the body is converted into vitamin A (A).
The author presented a group of diseases that those who suffer from can benefit from carrots, stressing that these advice are general and for guidance only, and are not a substitute for consulting a doctor.
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1- Digestive problems
The author says that in the event that he suffers from digestive problems, carrots are distinguished by their softening, carminative, and digestive properties.
Carrot treats the problem of acidity, constipation and bloating, and a quantity of carrot juice mixed with natural honey can be consumed in order to improve digestion.
2- Good for eyesight
The author notes that carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A, which is useful for strengthening eyesight.
It is recommended that all those who suffer from vision problems eat the largest possible amount of carrots, especially if they are fresh.
But it should be noted that beta-carotene is not absorbed by the digestive system except in the presence of fats, and therefore it is recommended to take it with salads that contain oil or mayonnaise.
3- Cardiovascular disease
The author confirms that the substances contained in carrots help to strengthen the heart muscle and the walls of blood vessels, and it is recommended to drink fresh carrot juice for those who have recently suffered from myocardial infarction.
4- Colds and laryngitis
Carrot juice can be drunk to help with colds, and for laryngitis, a mixture of carrot juice and honey can be drunk, which is useful for getting rid of annoying symptoms, after only a day or two of intensely consuming it up to 6 times a day.
The author adds that a sore throat can also be relieved by gargling a drink, which is a mixture of 100 milliliters of carrot juice with a spoonful of honey dissolved in 100 milliliters of hot water.
In conclusion, the author cautioned that reflux should be avoided for those who suffer from some stomach problems, such as inflammation and ulcers of the stomach and duodenum.