2006-09-17 12:52:55 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
This idea has a kernel of truth to it. Carrots are high in vitamin A (specifically beta carotene), which is necessary for optimal visual health. Deficiency in vitamin A (uncommon except in third world countries) causes night blindness, corneal degeneration, and drying out of the conjunctival membrane that covers the eye. Administering megadoses of vitamin A to at risk children prevents these problems from developing.
2006-09-17 14:19:41 · answer #1 · answered by medrecgal1973 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Carrots are good because they are a good source of vitamin A which is good for the eye. Especially night blindness.
2006-09-17 19:57:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, i heard it's a myth.
carrots have vitamin a, and i think that's good for you eyes, but i think that eating it or eating a lot of it will really make your eyesite BETTER...
2006-09-17 20:19:38 · answer #3 · answered by spoof ♫♪ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's a old wives tale. They turn your skin orange if you eat too many of them. Besides that they are a good source of vitamin c I think. I don't know, whatever........
2006-09-17 19:55:33 · answer #4 · answered by silhouette 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋