“If man can look within and ask questions concerning his health, if he can take the answers that comes from within, he would realize that God in His infinite love and mercy have provided all he needs physical and otherwise. Herbs is one major thing God gave to man for his survival here on earth.
In his issue we will look into the importance of “CARROT” and how we can use make use of it to achieve a complete and sound health.”
Consuming carrots are known to be good for the overall health and specially organs like the skin, eyes, digestive system and teeth. Carrot is used in several juice therapy remedies for diseases. Given below are some benefits of this vegetable. Carrots are rich in carotene which is a powerful anti-oxidant which helps in maintaining a healthy skin and also keep one away from many diseases. Carrots are rich in alkaline elements which purify and revitalize the blood. They balance the acid alkaline ratio in the body.
Carrots have potassium in it which helps to balance the high levels of sodium associated with hypertension and keeps blood pressure under control. The high soluble fiber content in carrot reduces cholesterol by binding LDL, the bad cholesterol and also increases the HDL which helps in reducing bold clots and diseases. Carrots are great for dental health as they kill harmful germs in the mouth and prevent tooth decay. Carrot aid digestion by increasing saliva and supplying the minerals, vitamins and enzymes required for it. Regular consumption of carrots helps in preventing gastric ulcer and digestive disorders.
Raw carrots are used as a home remedy for treating worms in children.
Raw or grinded carrots can be used for wounds, cuts and inflammation. Carrots are rich in carotynoids which are beneficial to blood sugar regulation.
Carrots contain a phyto-nutrient called falcarinol which helps in promoting colon health and reducing the risk of cancers.
Consuming carrots regularly are known to improve the quality of breast milk in mothers.
It also helps in increasing the menstrual flow.
Consuming carrots regularly can improve the appearance of skin, hair, nails etc and also improve ayes health.
THE BENEFITS OF CARROT JUICE
Eight ounces of carrot juice can contain as much as 800% of your daily recommended dosage of vitamin A. vitamin A is essential and necessary for tissue growth, especially within the bones. Vitamin A is also very important in manufacturing good vision. The old myth that eating carrots will help you see better is true, as vitamin A deficiencies can lead to vision problems such as night blindness.
Spinach is also a very rich source of vitamin A. a little spinach juiced with a few carrots will deliver a vitamin mega beverage. Vitamin A is also very crucial for expectant mothers and the unborn fetus. Although vitamin A is very important for your body it is also important to maintain moderate levels of vitamin A is also important to maintain moderate levels of Vitamin A intake as too much can leads to liver toxicity and other health problems.
Carrot juice is also an excellent source of vitamin C. an eight ounce glass of pure carrot juice can provide your body with up to 35% of your daily recommended dosage of vitamin C. vitamin C has a wide variety of uses throughout our entire body,
Such as collagen production of the mucous membranes, skin, bones, and teeth. Vitamin C is also a very crucial antioxidant.
A few carrots juice with blackcurrant berries, oranges, lemon or kiwi, can easily provide you with your whole daily Vitamin C dosage without the need to take synthetic vitamins and supplements.
Carrots juice is an excellent drinkable source of potassium. Potassium is very important in helping to maintain a healthy electrolyte balance and fluid level in the cells of your body. It’s also necessary in muscle movement, such as contraction, as well as neuro-transmission. Potassium deficiencies are very bad for your body,with such effects as hypokalemia, acne, muscle spasms, dry skin, and elevated cholesterol levels. Carrots juice with celery or turnips can provide your body with a large intake level of potassium.
An eight ounce glass of pure carrot juice will usually provide up to 10% the daily recommended intake level of potassium. It should be known that individuals, who suffer from kidney disease, should avoid taking in large amount of potassium, as it can be very harmful on the organs.
Pure carrot juice is a very low calorie juice drink. Eight fluid ounces of the beverage yields usually no more than 80 calories.
Carrot juice is an excellent nutritional supplement for dieter’s, providing you with a rich supply of essential vitamins and minerals, without being accompanied by all of the calories that a health shake might give you. For athletes and weightlifters, the calorie level of carrot juice can be sipped by blending it with fruit yogurt, milk, ice cream or protein powder supplement. I have even heard of people blending the juice with rolled oats, cereals or boiled rice to dramatically increase to calorie and nutritional levels.
Pure carrot juice in an eight ounce serving can provide up to 6% of your daily recommended intake level of calcium. It is very important to receive a healthy level of calcium in your daily diet. Bones and teeth are dependent on calcium for growth and development of accompanied by vitamin D, which helps aid, your body’s intake of the mineral like potassium. Calcium is important for neurotransmission and muscle movement and contraction.
Carrot juiced with broccoli can provide an excellent vegetable calcium drink. For a calcium shake, you may also choose to juice your carrots and then blend it with yogurt for a carrot juice smoothie, which makes for a healthy breakfast shake or evening desert.
HEALTH BENEFITS
Carotene, the famous ingredient in carrots is an anti-oxidant that has powerful healing virtuous for many diseases. Drinking a glass of carrot juice daily will do much more for you than many bottles supplement tablets. Here are some disorders can be helped by drinking carrot juice regularly.
Acidosis: the vital organic alkaline element in carrot helps balance the body acidity and blood sugar.
Dr. Tonifelix C. Manu
phytotherapist
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