Carrots
are a rich source of vitamin A, phytochemicals, vitamin C and fiber.
Here
are some known health benefits of carrot juice
Iron Source
A
cup of carrot juice provides about 6% of the
Daily
Value of iron.
Carrot juice is also a natural source of vitamin C, making the iron
from carrots more absorbable.
Reduce risk for cardiovascular disease
Carrot
juice, like other pure fruit or vegetable juices, still contain of
the natural fiber from the plant which may be one reason it could
help lower risk for cardiovascular disease.
Skin health
Skin
can get damaged from the sun, and vitamin A, like from carrot juice,
can help protect the sun from damage. Carrot juice is very high in
beta carotene, which is a precursor to vitamin A. One cup of carrot
juice provides about 900% daily value of vitamin A.
The
high amount of beta carotene could offer additional protection to the
skin. Keep in mind though that drinking carrot juice or eating other
foods rich in beta carotene is not a substitute for using sunscreen
Boost immune function
Beta
carotene can also help boost the immune system. The immune system is
responsible for fighting off bacteria, infection and viruses, so
getting enough immune boosting nutrients, like beta carotene, could
help you stay healthy and fight off bad bacteria.
Possible cancer protection
There
are many phytochemicals in fruits and vegetables that can help fight
off cancer cells. Carrots contain compounds that have been shown in
some cell and animal studies to help fight cancer, and eating a diet
rich in fruits and vegetables is associated with lowering cancer
risk.
Some
people have had success in fighting cancer by drinking high levels of
carrot juice and other fruit/vegetable juices, but check with a
medical doctor for individual cancer treatment questions or before
changing any dietary recommendations or treatments.
