55 Rampant Health Myths That Need to Die

Myth: Carrots are good for your eyes

‘While carrots are a healthy snack, and they do contain a vitamin A precursor (beta-carotene), the conversion of beta-carotene to vitamin A in the body is limited.

Almost everyone in America already has plenty of vitamin A stored in their liver. And even if we supplement with beta-carotene or vitamin A, it won’t change the ‘refractive error’ or glasses prescription needed to see clearly.’ – Jeff Anshel, OD, FAAO, E Street Eyes and founder, Ocular Nutrition Society

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