1.Health Benefits of Carrots  Improves vision There’s some truth in the old wisdom that carrots are good for your eyes Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the liver Vitamin A is transformed in the retina, to rhodopsin, a purple pigment necessary for night vision  Helps prevent cancer Studies have shown carrots reduce the risk of lung cancer, breast cancer and colon cancer  Slows down aging The high level of beta-carotene in carrots acts as an antioxidant to cell damage done to the body through regular metabolism It help slows down the aging of cells  Promotes healthier skin Vitamin A and antioxidants protect the skin from sun damage Deficiencies of vitamin A cause dryness to the skin, hair and nails Vitamin A prevents premature wrinkling, acne, dry skin, pigmentation, blemishes and uneven skin tone  Promotes healthier skin (from the outside) Carrots are used as an inexpensive and very convenient facial mask Just mix grated carrot with a bit of honey See the full recipe here: carrot face mask  Prevents heart disease Studies show that diets high in carotenoids are associated with a lower risk of heart disease Carrots have not only beta-carotene but also alpha-carotene and lutein  Protects teeth and gums It’s all in the crunch! Carrots clean your teeth and mouth They scrape off plaque and food particles just like toothbrushes or toothpaste Carrots stimulate gums and trigger a lot of saliva, which, being alkaline, balances out the acid-forming, cavity-forming bacteria The minerals in carrots prevent tooth damage  Prevents stroke From all the above benefits it’s no surprise that in a Harvard University study, people who ate five or more carrots a week were less likely to suffer a stroke than those who ate only one carrot a month or less 2.How to roast Carrots Prepare   Work with pound of fresh carrots at a time Wash, trim, and peel or scrub, if necessary Bring out the natural sugars in carrots by roasting them The caramelized flavors make the vegetables taste like a treat—even to picky eaters  Cut pound carrots into 1-inch pieces Arrange cut carrots or baby carrots in a baking pan  Toss carrots with olive oil, salt, pepper, and, if desired, other seasonings  Cover pan with foil  Bake in a 425°F oven for 30 minutes  Remove foil; stir carrots  Bake, uncovered, for to 10 minutes more or until carrots are tender 3.Carrot and Stick The phrase "carrot and stick" is a metaphor for the use of a combination of reward and punishment to induce a desired behavior It is based on the idea that a cart driver might activate a reluctant mule by dangling a carrot in front it and smacking it on the rear with a stick The idea sometimes appears as a metaphor for the realist concept of 'hard power' The carrot might be a promise of economic aid from one nation to another, the stick might be a threat of military action When the incentive is given only by displaying a (usually unattainable) reward, this is known simply as a "dangling carrot" The idea is that the motion of the carrot (dangling on a string) creates the illusion of attainability, and keeps the subject chasing it "And" may be replaced with "or" ("the carrot or the stick)" to suggest the choice between reward or punishment as a means to alter behavior 4.Carrot Harvest Time Knowing how to tell when carrots are ready to harvest is important for getting a good crop First, consult your seed packet to see how many days it takes your chosen variety of carrots to mature Now that you know when to pick carrots, you’ll want to know the best procedure for how to harvest carrots from the garden Grabbing the foliage and giving it a pull often results in a handful of foliage with no carrot attached It helps to loosen the soil with a garden fork before harvesting carrots Cut off the green tops 1/4 to 1/2 inch from the top of the carrot and rinse and dry the roots before storage  ... pound carrots into 1-inch pieces Arrange cut carrots or baby carrots in a baking pan  Toss carrots with olive oil, salt, pepper, and, if desired, other seasonings  Cover pan with foil  Bake in. .. "dangling carrot" The idea is that the motion of the carrot (dangling on a string) creates the illusion of attainability, and keeps the subject chasing it "And" may be replaced with "or" ("the carrot. .. minutes  Remove foil; stir carrots  Bake, uncovered, for to 10 minutes more or until carrots are tender 3 .Carrot and Stick The phrase "carrot and stick" is a metaphor for the use of a combination