I don’t know about you but I absolutely love pears. When properly ripe, they are such a delicious, sweet & lovely taste. They also happen to be very healthy.
Like apples, they come in many variety so it is up to you to try them out & find the one you prefer.
Like most fruits, they are an excellent source of fibre as well as pectin & antioxidants polyphenol (especially in the skin!) & quercetin. They also contain vitamin C, K, folate & minerals such as potassium & copper, & are low in calories & high in water.
Benefits of pears
- Anti-inflammatory
- Support gut health, especially bowel movement & digestion
- Blood sugar balance (low GI)
- May improve heart health
- May promote eye health
- May protect against some cancers
- Support weightloss
Pears can be eaten in many different ways:
- raw in salads, cereals, smoothies, on their own or with cheeses;
- topped with spices;
- cooked (poached) in wine or syrup, or topped with melted dark chocolate (yum);
- roasted in the oven & served as a side to white meats such as chicken or pork
But remember: most of the nutrients are in the skin so wash them thoroughly & eat them whole.
What about you, do you like pear? Do you have delicious recipes you want to share?
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Food can definitely improve our health: healthy food, healthy gut, healthy mind, healthy you!