Pears are juicy, sweet and delicious fruits. It is narrow at the top and wider at the bottom. It has a somewhat similar taste like apple but its gritty in texture. This fruit originated in China and native to Europe, South Africa, and Asia.
Pear is a power package of hell lot of nutrients. To name a few potassium, vitamin c, Vitamin k, folate, phenolic compounds, dietary fiber. Minerals include copper, manganese, magnesium as well as B complex vitamins.
Apart from taste, it is a very healthy addition to your daily diet. There are many possible health benefits pears offer.
Pear is a rich source of insoluble fiber. It meets 18% of the daily fiber requirement. It provides “bulk” in the intestine which assists the food to pass through the intestine. A huge amount of fiber in the pear regulates bowel movement. Daily intake reduces the occurrence of constipation and diarrhea.
Pear is one of the most wanted fruits by weight watchers because of its “low calorie” and “high fiber” content. Apart from this, it makes a tasty snack as poached pear, pear salad, pickled pear, etc
Pear has the highest amount of vitamin C than many other fruits. Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid has antioxidant properties. It is necessary for the growth, development of body tissues. It repairs the damaged cells. It helps in the absorption of iron. It works alongside calcium to protect bones and teeth. Vitamin C in pear helps the body to synthesize new tissue. It improves metabolism and repairs damaged blood vessels.
The gritty insoluble fiber in the pear helps to bind cancer-causing free radicals in the body. It protects our body from damaging effects. It helps in eliminating harmful substances from our body.
Vitamin C helps stimulate the body to produce more white blood cells. It helps our body to develop immunity towards illnesses and prevent common cold, flu, etc
Pear lowers the risk of stroke as it has potassium. Potassium is a “vasodilator”. It makes the blood flow easy and without making the heart work too much to pump blood. Increases blood flow and hence make all the body parts works effectively.
Pears are rich in “folates”. It reduces the occurrence of neural tube defects in newborns. Usually, pregnant mothers should take folic acid for this reason. Pregnant women can include pear in their diet to get natural folic acid apart from other sources.
Pears have great “anti-inflammatory” effects as it is rich in antioxidants. It reduces any kind of pain from inflammation. Hence, alleviate symptoms of arthritis, gout and rheumatic arthritis.
It is rich in minerals like magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, calcium, and copper. Hence, “aids in preventing osteoporosis”.
The vitamin A components Lutein and zeaxanthin keep your skin hydrated. It prevents vision conditions. Not only that, it takes care of hair growth. Helps in preventing early aging signs such as wrinkles and age spots.
Include this super fruit in your daily diet to reap all of its benefits. The crunchy and juicy fruit not only makes a variety of tasty dishes but also prevents from getting various diseases and protect our body naturally.
"EAT PEARS, FOR THEY, POLISH THE HEART"- IMAM ALI
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