Carrot Essence from Green Foods Corporation, carrot essence is nutritionally optimal and offers an impressive 138 percent of the RDA for vitamin A and 43 percent of the recommended amount of vitamin C per serving. Whole carrots contain a lot of indigestible fiber. While this fiber is good for intestinal motility and regulating blood sugar, it also traps some nutrients and prevents them from being absorbed. The fiber in whole carrots prevents all but 1% of the available beta-carotene from being absorbed, while juicing increases availability to a staggering 100%. The finest USDA Certified Organic carrots that are grown to full maturity and harvested while being nutritionally optimal are used. The carrots are then washed, juice-extracted and spray-dried in a special temperature-controlled environment for a stable and remarkably potent final product. The only ingredients in Carrot Essence are organic carrot juice powder, organic maltodextrin (derived from tapioca), and organic acerola berry juice powder. Carrot Essence contains absolutely no added sugar, salt, fillers, coloring, animal products, aged, soy, gluten, yeast or corn. Part of what makes carrot oil so powerful is the presence of active enzymes. Hot liquids will neutralize these enzymes, so we recommend consuming carrot essence along with cold or room temperature liquids. Contains more vitamin C than oranges. Full of powerful antioxidants. Certified organic. More nutritious available than whole carrots. Useful for promoting eye health, improving skin conditions, enhancing the immune system, and supporting liver health. Delicious, convenient, and less messy juice. Carrot Essence May Help: Enhance Immunity: Beta-carotene may enhance immune function, allowing your body to better ward off disease so you can stay healthy and happy. These same immune-boosting nutrients help keep your teeth and gums in great shape by acting in an antibacterial way and killing bacteria in your mouth and in your gut. Fight Free Radicals: Antioxidants prevent free radicals from damaging your body, which can reduce your risk of developing cancers and heart conditions. Maintain Peak Cognitive Condition: Oxidative stress, another side effect of unchecked free radicals, has been linked to cognitive decline in men. One study found that long-term beta-carotene consumption can make a significant difference in how quickly cognitive abilities decline with age. Protect eye health: Vitamin A aids in night vision, while beta-carotene is believed to offer protection against cataracts and macular degeneration. Contribute to healthy skin: Antioxidants mitigate sun damage and promote hydration to help skin, nails and hair stay soft, supple and evenly pigmented. Balancing Acidity: Many people believe that a body with an out-of-control acid/alkaline ratio is ripe for infection, inflammation, and disease. Carrots are naturally alkaline, which can help balance blood acidity and support optimal body function. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It is recommended to drink dissolved in a glass of water or juice on an empty stomach, either 20 minutes before or 2 hours after a meal, and avoid hot liquids, which could neutralize the active enzymes in the supplement. It must be consumed quickly to avoid loss of nutrients due to oxidation.