Pears - An Important Source Of Fiber

Author: Marko Balašević Time for reading: ~1 minutes Last Updated: August 08, 2022

Consumption of a medium-sized pear can provide 12% of the daily requirement of vitamin C.

Regular consumption of pears can help to lose weight , reduce the risk of cancer, hypertension , diabetes and heart disease.

A medium-sized pear (approximately 178 g) contains 101 calories, 0 g fat, 27 g carbohydrates, including 17 g sugar and 6 g fiber, and 1 g protein.

Consumption of a medium-sized pear can provide 12% of the daily requirement of vitamin C , as well as 10% of the daily vitamin K required . It supplies another 6% of the required potassium and smaller amounts of iron, magnesium, riboflavin , vitamin B-6 and folic acid.

Pears also contain cartenoids, flavonoids and anticyanins - in those that have a red color. According to studies, pears and apples are among the main sources of flavonoids in the diet.

Consumption of a medium-sized pear provides 6 g of fiber. According to experts, the recommended amount of fiber for men under the age of 50 is 38 g per day, and for women in the same age group is 25 g.

For people over this age, it is recommended to consume 30 g of fiber - for men, and 21 g for women. Statistics show that most people do not get even half the required amount of fiber .

Consumption of fiber is associated with lowering blood pressure and levels of "bad" cholesterol. According to studies, dietary fiber can play a role in regulating the immune system and inflammatory processes, gradually reducing the risk of inflammatory conditions. These include cardiovascular disease, diabetes , cancer and obesity .

Pears - An Important Source Of Fiber

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