Is There Keratin in Carrots? The Truth About Keratin and Beta-Carotene
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A 2022 social media post incorrectly claimed that carrots are high in keratin, but the truth is far more nuanced. The short answer is no, carrots do not contain keratin. Instead, carrots are rich in beta-carotene, a powerful carotenoid that the body converts into vitamin A, a crucial nutrient for synthesizing keratin.