Carrots! ~ No wonder bunnies love them :)

 What nutrients does a carrot have? 

        Calcium, phosphorous, iron, sodium, potassium, vitamin B complex, vitamin A... each has their own benefits for our bodies! 

                                                         

1) Vitamin A & Beta-Carotene

Carrots hold a high vitamin A and beta-carotene content which helps, 

~ Strengthen the eyes.

~ Keeps healthy mucous membranes that line all the cavities of the body.

~ Promotes growth of bones and teeth, the maintenance of healthy body tissues.

~ Maintains normal glandular functions.

Vitamin A toxicity is possible with vitamin supplements and fish oils, but you cannot overdose on vitamin A with carrots while enjoying their extra large amounts of this vitamin.

2) Cleanses and restores the liver    

     

3) Great for skin and complexion 

The detoxifying nature of carrots help removes toxins that clog up our systems and hence helps our skin radiate and maintain clear. 

4) Anti-aging

High antioxidant levels in carrots will provide us with ageless beauty and exuberance!!! 

nom..nom..nom..sip..sip... :) 

Sources:

            Fassa, P. 2011. Discover the health benefits of juicing carrots. Natural News, sourced on 28 November 2012 from, http://www.naturalnews.com/034511_carrots_juicing_health_benefits.html

            Lust. J.B. 1992. The Wonders of Carrot Juice. Living and Raw Foods. sourced on 28 November 2012 from, http://www.living-foods.com/articles/carrotjuice.html