Boost immune system

Carrots include vitamin C, which is essential for immune support and healing. Vitamin A in the vegetable also helps the immune system by producing and preserving mucous membranes, which function as barriers to keep germs out of the body. Carrots are high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants such as vitamins B6 and K, potassium, phosphorus, and others that promote bone health, a stronger neurological system, and improved cognitive function. Aside from protecting the body from free radical damage, antioxidants also protect it from dangerous germs, viruses, and inflammation.

Cell membranes throughout the body, particularly those in the immune system, are protected by vitamin E. Getting enough vitamin E may be especially essential for the elderly. T cells, which are immune system cells, lose their capacity to combat infections. According to research published in the October 2008 edition of the "Journal of Leukocytic Biology", vitamin E restores some of the age-related abnormalities in T cells and may boost their ability to fight infections in the elderly. One big carrot has 3% of the daily value for vitamin E.