Pear is a sweet fruit that is the size of an apple and with seeds in the core, like that of an apple. But the skin of pears are paper thin and are not easy to peel. Its skin varies in color green, yellow, red, brown or a combination of these colors.
1. Anti-Inflammatory
Pears contain anti-inflammation properties that help in reducing inflammation of arthritis.
2. Boost Immune System
Pears are loaded with vitamins B2, B3, B6, C and K. It is also rich in calcium, folate, potassium, magnesium, copper and manganese. This makes pear good for your immune system.
3. Boost Energy
Pears can give you that natural energy boost because of its glucose and fructose content.
4. Controls Diabetes
Pears are loaded with fiber, which make it a perfect snack for diabetics. The bloodstream slowly absorbs the carbs in pears, preventing a spike in blood sugar, thus helping to control blood glucose levels.
5. Lowers Cholesterol
Pears contain pectin, which make it very useful in helping to lower cholesterol levels.
6. Fight Free Radicals
Pears are rich in copper, vitamins C and K, which acts as antioxidants to protect cells from free radicals damage. Just 1 pear contains up to 11% of the daily recommended intake of vitamin C and 9.5% of the daily recommended intake of copper.
7. Heart Health
Pears are a good source of dietary fiber. Fiber is good for the heart as it helps lower levels of bad cholesterol through binding to bile salts, that are made from cholesterol and carries them out of the body.
8. Hypoallergenic Fruit
Pears are considered to be hypoallergenic fruit by doctors because it is less likely compared than other fruits to produce an allergic response when consume. This is the reason why pears are often one of the first fruit given to infants.
9. Prevents Osteoporosis
Pears are loaded with boron. Boron helps in the retention of calcium by the body, thereby preventing osteoporosis.
10. Reduces Blood Pressure
Pears contain quercetin, an antioxidant found in its skin. It is beneficial in reducing blood pressure and for cancer prevention.