AskDocDoc
FREE!Ask Doctors — 24/7
Connect with Doctors 24/7. Ask anything, get expert help today.
500 doctors ONLINE
#1 Medical Platform
Ask question for free
00H : 11M : 55S
background image
Click Here
background image
Nutrition & Diet
Question #27751
90 days ago
484

benefits of carrot - #27751

Karthik

I am really curious about the benefits of carrot. I started eating them like crazy after I saw this article about superfoods and how they can improve your health. Honestly, I never liked them much as a kid, but I’ve been trying to be healthier, ya know? A couple weeks ago, I began juicing carrots and adding them to my salads too, because I heard they are packed with nutrients. I also heard they can improve your eyesight, which is interesting. But like, are the benefits of carrot really as amazing as people say? I mean, I feel like maybe it’s just one of those things people push on you because it's trendy. I even noticed my skin looking a bit brighter! But maybe that’s just a coincidence? What I wanna know is, what are the actual, proven benefits of carrot? Are they really good for things like digestion or boosting your immune system? I've also read that they can help with heart health but is that all true? I just want to make sure that I’m not wasting my time or just falling for some fad. If I’m gonna keep munching on these orange veggies, I could really use some info from someone who knows their stuff!

FREE
Question is closed
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential.
No sign-up needed.
CTA image asteriksCTA image

Doctors' responses

Carrots are indeed recognized for their range of health benefits, mostly attributed to their rich nutrient profile. They’re an excellent source of vitamin A, thanks to beta-carotene, a carotenoid that the body converts into vitamin A. This vitamin is vital for good vision, which is where the eyesight claims come from. However, while carrots can support eye health, particularly in preventing night blindness and age-related macular degeneration, they’re not a cure-all for vision problems. For skin health, the beta-carotene alongside antioxidants can contribute to healthier skin by fighting damage from free radicals. They may help give the skin a brighter appearance due to this antioxidant effect, although don’t expect changes overnight. In terms of digestion, carrots are high in dietary fiber which promotes healthy digestion by adding bulk to stool and supporting regular bowel movements. As for boosting the immune system, carrots provide vitamin C, an antioxidant important for immune function. While they support heart health, mainly through fiber content and antioxidant activity, helping reduce risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol, carrots alone aren’t the key to heart health. They can be a good part of a heart-healthy diet but shouldn’t be relied on exclusively. However, keep in mind moderation is key. Excessive consumption, particularly of carrot juice, can lead to carotenemia – a condition where the skin may turn a slightly yellow-orange hue because of high beta-carotene levels. While harmless, it suggests the necessity of a balanced diet. In essence, while there might be some fad elements to superfood claims, the nutritional benefits of carrots are well-supported, and they can be a valuable part of a varied and balanced diet.

20431 answered questions
91% best answers
Accepted response

0 replies
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously

Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential. No sign-up needed.

About our doctors

Only qualified doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.


motion control food
how to eat amla
how to eat soya chunks for muscle building
benefits of ragi atta
how to eat gond katira
does amla reduce cholesterol
eating curd daily benefits
What is my ideal weight range and how to safely lose weight at 21 years old?
how to use chyawanprash
foods that cleanse the liver and kidneys
how much protein in 100 gm moong
how many protein in chana
how much sabja seeds per day
what is brahmi
best way to eat soya chunks
will sugarcane juice increase weight
sources of selenium
what is moringa powder
does mosambi increase blood sugar
for blood increase food
is jaggery healthier than sugar
whey protein uses
hb level increase food
dal contains how much protein
how much time to soak sabja seeds
does sattu cause constipation
What to do if I'm 22 years old and weigh only 35 kg?
is ajamamsa rasayanam good for weight gain
rice benefits and side effects
iron rich veg foods
can we drink sugarcane juice in empty stomach
apple with milk benefits
Side effects of taking creatine monohydrate and I have dysmenorrhea.
what medications should you not take with garcinia cambogia
selenium food sources
1 handful roasted chana calories
soya chunks protein
how to consume papaya seeds
abc juice for weight loss
how to store apple cider vinegar
curd helps in weight loss or gain
selenium foods vegetarian
beetroot juice empty stomach
white sugar vs brown sugar calories
ragi is heat or cold
virtual nutrition consultation
do ashwagandha increase weight
tea side effects in tamil
does banana increase weight
are chia seeds hot in nature
can we lose weight by yoga
banana in dengue
apple with milk good or bad
amla has which vitamin
how many protein in 50 gm chana
rajma good for diabetes
does sattu have protein
how to use brahmi powder for brain
benefits of having curd daily
does dal contain protein
omega-3 fatty acids benefits
20g soya chunks protein
what is fulvic acid
drinking soaked raisins water
which juice is good for health
what to drink to detox your body
curd advantages and disadvantages
how much protein in green moong dal
is mosambi good for weight loss
can we drink sugarcane juice during weight loss
one amla calories
Why weight loss?
are sabja and chia seeds same
selenium rich foods
which juice is good for sex
what is the fastest way to flush your body of toxins?
soya chunks bioavailability
healthy body weight
detox the body
what does sattu contain
how to eat sabja seeds
tofu and paneer difference
beetroot juice for weight gain
selenium food
how to make green tea without tea bags
what does dandelion root do
Request for Guidance on Gaining Weight and Improving Stamina
can yoga reduce belly fat
I am underweight at the age of 23..
what is cold press
rajma is good for diabetes
is chana high in protein
detox my body
abc juice benefits
benefits of eating roasted chana
is cow ghee good for health
finger millet side effects
Best deit plan for a patient suffering from liver last stage and hepatitis C
weight loss drinks
how to use isabgol for weight loss