Carrots are an excellent source of beta-carotene (carotene is Latin for carrot).

The body converts beta-carotene in vitamin A which is important for eye health and skin – you’ll even see vitamin A content advertised on skin serums. The reason you’ll often hear vitamin A touted for its skin-saving abilities is that it helps prevent and heal damage from UV rays and other pollutants we’re exposed to daily. This helps keep wrinkles at bay and will give you a healthy glow when consumed regularly.

Vitamin A serves as an antioxidant throughout the body, reducing inflammation, killing free radicals, and helping prevent a slew of diseases. This antioxidant also works in partnership with vitamin E to help prevent oxidation of cholesterol in the bloodstream (chronic oxidation can lead to heart disease). It also helps fight oxidation in brain cells, helping to prevent dementia and slow cognitive aging.

CARROT PINEAPPLE SMOOTHIE

Ingredients:

4 medium carrots
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 lemon
1 cup pineapple
1 cup ice
1 cup coconut milk

Directions:

Step 1: Clean carrots and cut off stems. Peel ginger.

Step 2: Add all ingredients to a blender and blend on high until smooth.

Step 3: Serve immediately!

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