In short, no, not really. Much of this is just an old wives tale used by parents to get you to eat your veg as a child. But what truth is there in it?
What’s true?
Carrots are rich in vitamin A, a vitamin that is essential for healthy vision. A severe vitamin A deficiency can cause night blindness, and eating vitamin A rich foods such as carrots can help fix that.
What’s a myth?
If you already get enough vitamin A, eating more carrots won’t give you super night vision or help you see better in the dark. Your body can’t use extra vitamin A to boost vision beyond normal levels.
Where did the idea come from?
During World War II, the British spread the idea that their pilots’ excellent night vision came from eating lots of carrots. It was partly wartime propaganda to hide the real advantage which was radar technology that the German’s did know about.
Bottom line:
- Carrots = good for eye health
- Carrots ≠ night-vision goggles 👀🌙
