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When we think about the health of our hair and nails, foods such as apple, orange, avocado or olive oil almost always come to mind. All these have a good vitamin A content, one of the most important nutrients at the time of tissue production and repair. However, there is sometimes forgotten or underestimated fruit that is not only rich in this vitamin, but also in other essential components for health: pear. Keep reading to know why it is beneficial to include this anodine fruit in your diet.

What is vitamin A?

Vitamin A is a liposoluble compound that is essential for the growth of epithelial tissue, that is, the lining of body surfaces and solid organs, including hair and nails. When there is a vitamin A deficiency, nails and hair grow fine, cracked, weak and brittle. The main sources of vitamin A are products of animal origin such as eggs, fish, liver and milk. But certain vegetables and fruits, such as carrots, tomatoes, spinach and oranges, contain carotenoids; A type of pigment that our body turns into vitamin A when we digest it. This is precisely what also happens with the pear.

The pear for beauty

Thanks to its vitamin A content (25 IU per 100 grams), pear is an excellent option to expand your sources from this nutrient that will help your hair and nails grow healthier and more strong. We must also emphasize that the pear contains the famous vitamin C; that when together with the vitamin A compound, it becomes the ideal combination for keratin production. It also contains vitamins B1, B2 and Niacin or B3, protective components of the skin and hair (the same ones that you usually find in specialized multivitamines).

Other benefits

Very popular among children because they are one of the fruits that produce less allergies, pear is composed of 80% water and is rich in fiber, so it is easy to digest. It contains folate and niacin, important vitamins for cell function and energy production; as well as copper, which is necessary for the immune system and the metabolism of cholesterol. Pear is also rich in potassium, which helps prevent muscle contractions and proper muscle functioning. Finally, (and this may surprise you) the pear also contains polyphenolic antioxidants that protect from oxidative damage.

Caution

Despite its high content of water and fiber, it must be noted that pear is also one of the sweetest fruits, so diabetic people must consume it in moderation and under medical supervision. On the other hand, you have to be careful with the excessive consumption of pear and other foods rich in vitamin A harmful levels that cause headache, nausea and dizziness. In addition, as well as a vitamin deficiency because the hair becomes weak and brittle, the same happens when there is too much vitamin A in the body. It is best to consult with your doctor to determine if you really have a deficiency.

How to consume it

The best way to consume pear is natural, including its peel, where most antioxidants and the beneficial fiber are for correct intestinal health. But you can also take it in milkshakes; combine it with yogurt and other fruits and cereals; in puree or compote; as stuffed with cakes or even sliced for your salads. There are many varieties of pears that can be round or with the popular form of tear, and in a variety of colors such as yellow, green, red and brown. Unlike the apple, the life time of the pear is lower, so once you buy it, guide it in a dry, fresh and protected place of light (or in the fridge, but in the drawer of the vegetables so that it does not acquire a very low temperature) and consume it in a maximum of three days. Both your intestinal and dermatological health will thank you.