Glossary

Carrots get their orange color from a pigment and antioxidant called beta-carotene, which is part of a family of chemicals called carotenoids. Different antioxidants have different functions, and though it doesn't seem that beta-carotene is a super-powerful antioxidant, it does play a role in preventing damage from oxidative stress. However, beta-carotene is known to stimulate enzymes that help repair weakened DNA, and is also thought to help reduce cholesterol. Known to stengthen and improve eyesight, help keep immunity strong, and improve the skin, vitamin A is derived from beta-carotene.