Most people love pears because of their mild, sweet texture and fibrous centre. Pears are very rich in essential antioxidants, plants compounds, and dietary fibre. I call it my special fruit because pears pack all of these nutrients in a fat-free, cholesterol that is around a hundred calories, which could support weight loss and reduce an individual’s risk of cancer, diabetes and heart diseases when taken as part of every day’s nutritious and balanced diet.
According to research, there are over 3, 000 types of pears worldwide and they vary in size, shape, sweetness and crispness. Some common ones in the United States include
- Green Anjou
- Red Anjou
- Bartlett
- Red Bartlett
- Seckel
- Concorde
- Forelle
NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF PEARS
One medium pear Trusted Source weighing around 178 grams (g) contains:
- 101 calories
- 0.285 g of fat
- 26.9 g of carbohydrate, including 17.2 g of sugar and 5.52 g of fibre
- 0.676 g of protein
Pears also provide essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin K, and potassium and they also provide smaller amounts of calcium, iron, magnesium, riboflavin, vitamin B and folate. Pears, especially those with red skin, also contain carotenoids, flavonoids, and anthocyanins. These are plant compounds that offer several health benefits and act as antioxidants.
HEALTHY RECIPES
Try some of these nutritious and delicious recipes that dietitians have developed:
Pears are also suitable for blending into juices and smoothies, and people can eat them raw as well.
AS FIRST FOOD FOR BABIES
With all the important health benefits mentioned above, it is also essential to know how important pear nutrients are for a healthy heart, immune system and digestive tract of growing babies (always introduce solids to your baby when he/she is six months old and above). Many practitioners recommend pears to be one of the first fruits introduced to babies since they’re easy on under-developed digestive tracts. You can add pears to a smoothie for a nutrient boost, or puree them with apples for a delicious take on apple sauce for kiddos and baby.
BABY PEAR RECIPES
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