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Why did the British spread the belief that carrots directly improve eyesight?

Vitamin A found in carrots is important for healthy skin, growth, and vision. However, there is no direct link between eating carrots and good eyesight. This belief began in World War II. The British developed a new radar that allowed pilots to see German bombers at night. To cover up the existence of this technology, the British Air Force circulated in the press that the vision was the result of the pilots' diet of carrots.

Authors: Jimmy Wales, Larry Sanger

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