Surprising health benefits of pear

Pear has high fiber and possesses antioxidant properties. It has several medicinal properties as well as therapeutic importance. Easily available throughout the year, we all should include it in our diet.

Pear has high fiber and possesses antioxidant properties. It has several medicinal properties as well as therapeutic importance. It is a sweet, crunchy, delicious fruit. We all should include this in our daily diet. It not only eases constipation but also manages your blood sugar levels. 

200 gm of pear contains

  • Calories – 120
  • Proteins – 1.2 gm
  • Carbs – 29 gms
  • Fiber – 7 gms
  • Vitamin C
  • Vitamin K
  • Potassium
  • Copper

Health benefits of pear

    • Lowers cholesterol activity, good for heart health - Pears contain a high amount of pectin, which lowers levels of LDL (bad cholesterol), and increases HDL (good cholesterol), triglycerides, and VLDL thereby reducing the risk of high cholesterol. Quercetin benefits heart health by decreasing inflammation and reducing heart disease risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
    • Useful in constipationPears are an excellent source of soluble and insoluble fiber, which are essential for digestive health. As pear contains pectin, it acts as a good laxative. Pectin is a type of fiber that binds to fatty substances in the digestive tract and promotes their elimination.
    • Possess anti-diabetic activity - The fruit contains high quantities of soluble fiber, which manages/control blood glucose levels in diabetics.
    • Anti-cancer effect - Pears contain ursolic acid that inhibits aromatase activity thereby preventing cancer. Isoquercitrin present in fruit maintains DNA integrity. Consumption of pear on a regular basis prevents the danger of bladder, lungs, and oesophageal cancer. 
    • Aid in weight loss – As it is full of fiber and water content, it helps in weight loss. It can keep you full for a longer time, thus you prevent yourself from overeating.
    • Easy to add to your diet – They are widely available across the whole year thus you may find them easily in markets and grocery stores. Don’t peel the fruit, do eat it as it contains lots of nutrients. 

(Disclaimer: The content on this site is for informational purposes only, and should not be taken as professional medical advice.  Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other health professionals for any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.)

 

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