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Carrot
Root: Conclusive evidence by researchers shows a
relationship between a high fiber diet and lower chances of
colorectal cancer. Insoluble fiber moves potential carcinogens
through the intestines faster decreasing their contact time with
the colon wall. Soluble fiber absorbs bile acids stopping them
from acting on bacteria to produce fecapentanes, the cancerous
substances that are formed by decaying foods within the colon.
There are about 20 of these compounds that can mutate colon
cells into cancerous cells. Fiber also promotes the growth of
healthy bacteria that crowd out unhealthy bacteria that produce
fecapentanes. Soluble plant fiber absorbs many times its weight
in water resulting in softer, bulkier stools, which helps
prevent constipation and straining. This can help relieve or
avoid hemorrhoids. More bulk means less pressure on the colon
which helps IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and diverticulosis
(defects in the weakened wall of the colon. Digestive disorders
may be avoided, halted or even reversed by simply following a
high fiber diet. Fiber appears to be important in treating
diabetes, elevated cholesterol and colon polyps. There is an
ingredient in carrots that may provide protection against colon
cancer called Falcarinol. According to the American Heart
Association, fiber is important for the health of our digestive
system as well as lowering cholesterol. Soluble fiber like that
in carrots may help lower blood cholesterol and reduce the risk
of heart disease and stroke. |
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