The benefits of fruits for overall health and skin are well known but its impact on hair is an uncommon fact known to very few. The various vitamins, minerals, and proteins in fruits can make your hair grow beautifully with natural shine.
You may try various hair products available on the market but the benefits are long-lasting only when hair meets the richness of fruits along with fruits you eat. In this article, we will discuss everything you need to know about the benefits of fruits for healthy hair.

How do fruits benefit hair?
Fruits are packed with vitamins- A, B, C, E, K, potassium, protein, fiber, and other phytonutrients. All these rich content stops or controls hair fall and strengthens the hair from within. Some fruits can make hair strong and some may promote growth and promote natural shine.
Hair needs a regular and proper supply of essential nutrients for healthy growth and natural shine. Continuous exposure to air pollution and sun rays causes hair damage and fruits can act as a shield to protect hair health.
Common hair health issues
Listed below are signs of unhealthy and damaged hair –
- Dandruff
- Breaks easily
- Dryness
- Brittle texture
- Appears dull
Given below are some of the fruits that are highly beneficial for healthy and long hair. Other than mentioned fruits you may include kiwi, grapes, lemon, strawberry, apricot, avocado, etc.
FRUITS |
KEY CONTENT |
BENEFITS |
HOW TO GAIN BENEFITS |
Banana
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Natural oils
Potassium
Multi- vitamins
Vitamin Bs
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Protection against sun damage
Manage split ends
Protection against dirt and dust
Stimulates hair growth
Prevents hair loss
Keeps the scalp healthy
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Eat it as a whole fruit or as slices in the salad.
Make a hair pack by adding honey to the mashed bananas. Apply the pack on the hair from root to the ends and wash it with cold water after 30 minutes.
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Papaya
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Vitamin A, C, E
Anti-oxidants
Anti-fungal
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Stimulates hair growth
Prevents dandruff
Can treat dandruff problem
Acts as a deep conditioner
Reduces hair thinning
Can accelerate hair growth
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Eat by cutting into small pieces or as a part of salad.
Make a paste of papaya and aloe vera and apply the same on hair and scalp. Let it remain for 30 minutes before washing with cold water.
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Pineapple
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Vitamin C
Vitamin B
Calcium
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Makes hair soft and shiny
Prevent loss of protein
Protect against hair damage
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Eat as a whole by cutting it into slices or have pineapple juice.
Use a blender to mix pineapple, olive oil and yogurt. Apply on hair and scalp and then wash hair with mild shampoo.
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Apple
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Procyanidin B-2
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Makes hair healthy, shiny and smooth.
Promote hair growth
Increase hair density
Keeps the scalp healthy
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Eat it as a whole/slices or may add in salad.
Make a paste of apple pulp with lemon juice and apple cider vinegar. Apply on hair and wash it with water.
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Guava |
Vitamin B
Vitamin C
Antioxidant
Antimicrobial
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Healthy for scalp
Treats severe dandruff
Keeps hair moisturized
Aids hair growth
Protect against harmful ultraviolet rays |
Eat it as a whole or as a part of salad.
Make a smooth paste of guava, coconut oil and honey. Apply on the scalp and hair and wash it after 20-30 minutes.
Boil guava leaves and strain the water. Apply the strained liquid on hair and leave it for 2-3 hours or overnight. |
Conclusion
It is bound to fall for hair products when you are surrounded by plenty of hair care stuff that promises long and healthy hair. Many of us forget the importance of proper nutrients for healthy hair and are more focused on external applications. A balanced diet with the fruits mentioned above can provide the nutrients required for healthy and long hair.