Pears, the crunchy, succulent and sweet fruits native to Europe and North America are also now available in Indian fruit market, thanks to the farming communities from our hilly terrains.

Pears are juicy yet crunchy fruits like apples and are a fruit lover’s delight. Packed with huge amounts of fibre and piled up with phytonutrients including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant flavonoids and liberal amounts of copper and vitamin C, Pear is a super fruit available in all seasons.

Pears offer a wide spectrum of health benefits. These crunch fruits play a significant role in supporting the immune system, promoting heart health, control blood sugar levels and aid in weight loss.

How To Choose A Right Pear?

Go for pears that are firm, not too hard. The skin should be smooth, without brown patches and free of mold. Those that are pierced with dark spots should be avoided.

Health Benefits of Pears:

Good For Weight Loss

Pears are low in calories and high in fibre, making them a perfect choice of fruit for people trying to lose weight. One medium-sized pear provides you with 6 grams of fibre, helping to meet your daily requirements of fibre. Getting your fibre fills from pears helps in improving the digestive functions, keeps you satiated, fulfils your cravings and promotes weight loss.

Prevents Cancer

Fruits are best consumed with the skin to reap the benefits. Recent studies reveal that the skin of a single pear contains 4 times as many phytonutrients as the flesh. These phytonutrients include antioxidants and anticancer compounds like cinnamic acids that in prevent cancer.

Promotes Heart Health

The goodness of minerals like sodium and potassium in pears helps in improving blood circulation and strengthening the heart muscles. In addition, the fibre brings down the cholesterol levels and keeps the heart in good working condition.

Immune Booster

The presence of a high amount of vitamin C and Copper in pears helps in supporting the immune system and combating various diseases.

Nourishes the Skin

Pears are a good choice of fruit for all those who want wrinkle-free and supple, and glowing skin. Vitamin C, K and copper, available abundantly in this fruit, shield the skin cells from severe damage. Eat it daily to avoid forming wrinkles around your eyes.

Additional Benefits

Promotes Gut Health

Pears are an impressive source of soluble and insoluble fiber, especially pectin, that supports smooth digestion and maintains a healthy gut microbiome. Regular addition of this fruit prevents constipation and digestive discomforts.

 Boost Brain Health

A storehouse of antioxidants like quercetin, pears may help protect brain cells from oxidative stress and free radical damage. Thus, lowering the risk of cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases.

Good Hydration

Pears contain about 84% water, which keeps you hydrated and nourished in the summer and replenishes fluids.

Anti-inflammatory Effects

Pears are packed with flavonoids and other bioactive plant compounds that help reduce inflammation. This can benefit people with chronic inflammatory conditions like arthritis and offer respite from joint pain.

(This article is reviewed by Kalyani Krishna, Chief Content Editor)

Author Profile:

M Sowmya Binu:

With over 15 years of expertise and a Postgraduate degree in Nutrition, M Sowmya Binu is a seasoned professional in the field of nutrition. Specializing in tailoring personalized diet plans, she underscores the significance of a balanced approach to health, emphasizing the integration of medication with dietary intake for holistic wellness. Passionate about equipping individuals with knowledge to make informed decisions, Sowmya adeptly develops insightful content encompassing a wide array of topics, including food, nutrition, supplements, and overall health.

References:

Systematic Review of Pears and Health

Holly Reiland 1,2, Joanne Slavin 1,2

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4657810/

https://bmccomplementmedtherapies.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12906-021-03392-1

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/282627226_Systematic_Review_of_Pears_and_Health