Carrots- good for eyesight, diarrhoea relief and maintenance of mucous membranes

Carrots contain beta carotene which is converted into Vitamin A by the body. Vitamin A is required for healthy vision and a person with Vitamin A deficiency cannot see at all even in dim lighting. This symptom is called night blindness. If eaten raw only 25% can be converted into Vitamin A due to the tough cellular walls. When cooked and served along with some fat more than 50% is absorbed. So cooked carrots are a better option compared to raw carrots. It is best to peel off the skin and cut off the top as studies have shown a high content of pesticides in them. Vitamin A is also required for mucous membrane maintenance.It also contains fiber. Pureed carrots can be given to babies suffering from diarrhea as they provide natural sugars as well as the required nutrients.