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Forget about making that dash to the soda machine. Don’t even think of having a Diet Coke with that Chipotle burrito! Feeling thirsty? Why not reach for a tall, refreshing, nutritional glass of carrot juice? Yes, you heard me correctly; I said carrot juice! Not only is carrot juice good for your overall health, but it is excellent for your eyes, too!
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which our bodies are able to convert into vitamin A. Vitamin A is vital for eye health; in fact, vitamin A deficiency can cause poor vision, including night vision. However, research suggests that incorporating vitamin A into your diet aids in fighting vision problems like cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and night blindness.
Why is eyesight so important? Because, our eyes are our windows to the world and we are constantly using them. Just think of how much strain we put on our eyes daily—from sitting in front of the computer all day at work, watching TV when we get home, reading before bedtime, or driving at night. Since we are using our eyes every second of the day, we need to take extra care of them to ensure they stay healthy.
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