It’s a well known fact that carrots are good for our eyesight.. but new studies show this tasty orange vegetable can benefit our teeth and gums too.
1.Nature’s toothbrush
Carrots are one of nature’s natural toothbrushes. Eaten raw, carrots help clean your teeth and mouth by scraping off plaque and food particles and stimulating gums, triggering saliva, which balances out the acid- and cavity-forming bacteria. Not to mention the minerals in carrots that can prevent tooth damage.
2.Maintains healthy teeth and bones
Orange-coloured vegetables and fruit are great sources of beta-carotene, which is turned into Vitamin A by the body. So eating carrots helps keep your teeth and bones strong and healthy.
3.Anticancer properties
Carrots contain falcarinol and falcarindiol, which researchers have discovered have anticancer properties. Meaning carrots can possibly reduce the risk of certain cancers.
4.A power antiseptic
Known by herbalists to prevent infection, carrots can be used on cuts (shredded raw, boiled, or mashed) and can potentially fight minor infections within the mouth.
5.Keep young and beautiful
Eating carrots not only helps your teeth and gums, they also help keep your skin, hair, and nails in prime condition. Vitamin A and the antioxidants found in carrots protect the skin from sun damage, preventing premature wrinkling, acne, dry skin, pigmentation, blemishes, and uneven skin tone. Vitamin A also assists in the liver in flushing out toxins from the body, reducing bile and fat. That’s not all! Carrots have also been known for their marvellous health benefits - such as preventing strokes!
Phew! Who knew carrots were such a super food?
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