But eating too many carrots can bring in too much beta-carotene the molecule responsible for carrots' bright orange hue and a precursor of vitamin A. This can lead to excess blood carotene which can discolor the skin. Known as carotenemia, the condition occurs because carotene is a fat-soluble molecule. 30 мая 2013 г.
Can you get sick from eating a lot of carrots?
Eating carrots in moderation is good for your health. Eating carrots in excess, however, can cause a condition called carotenemia. This refers to yellowish discoloration of the skin because of the deposition of a substance called beta-carotene that is present in carrots.
Why do I feel sick after eating raw carrots?
An allergic reaction to carrots can be one element of oral allergy syndrome, which is also known as pollen-food allergy syndrome. A person with this syndrome is allergic to pollens in certain raw fruits, vegetables, and nuts. After eating a trigger food, they experience an itchy throat, mouth, or ears.
How many carrots a day is too much?
How many carrots does it take to turn orange? According to a Cleveland Clinic article, dermatologist Melissa Piliang says that regularly eating between 20 to 50 milligrams of beta-carotene per day for several weeks could be enough to turn you orange. This is equivalent to between three and ten carrots a day.
How many carrots will make you sick?
However, excess consumption of carrots (having more than four per day) may lead to several side effects. This is equally true with carrot juice. A cup (236 grams) of carrot juice contains over 45,000 IU of vitamin A. Overconsumption of carrots may cause vitamin A toxicity, allergies, flatulence, and skin discoloration.
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