Why Are Pears Useful?

Pear, it turns out, is one of the most useful fruits, which, despite the lack of invaluable omega-3, have the quality to suppress inflammatory processes in the body, thanks to the antioxidants it contains. Even more, the flavonoids in this honey fruit not only benefit cardiovascular health, but also have an anti-cancer effect.

We know that the consumption of fruits and vegetables is generally beneficial in the fight against diabetes , but among all types of pears and apples are those that have the strongest effect to reduce the risk of diabetes.

Despite its sweetness, pear can be used in prophylactic regimens against type 2 diabetes , mainly due to the content of three groups of flavonoids.which have the property of improving the sensitivity of cells to insulin. These are: 1. flavonols, including isorhamnetin, quercetin and kaempferol; 2. falavan-3-oli, and in particular epicatechin; and 3. anthocyanins, which are rich in varieties with red bark.

According to experts, the flavonoids in pears, soluble and insoluble, also contribute to the prevention of cardiovascular health .
Pear fiber reacts with bile juices, which helps to dilute them in the intestines and eliminate unpleasant sensations, but also to reduce cholesterol synthesis, which makes it a suitable fruit for heart patients in general.

When comparing the action of fiber in different fruits to lower cholesterol with that of cholesterol- lowering drugcholestyramine , pears reach 5% of its effect, with only bananas and pineapple showing higher results, respectively 9% and 5%.

Interestingly, pear fiber is associated not only with steroid acids , but also with secondary steroid acids, which generally increase the risk of colon and rectal cancer , in addition to causing other intestinal problems.

As for the stomach, pears are also useful for him - they reduce the risk of cancer and this organ, which is no longer due to the fiber in them, but to flavonoids and in particular to cinnamic acids - coumaric acid, ferulic and 5-caffeoylquinic acid. According to research, it is enough to eat 2 pears and 4 servings of vegetables a day (the portion is equal to the amount of a tennis ball) to minimize the risk of stomach cancer.

The third type of cancer against which pears are beneficial is esophageal , and in particular ESCC, as evidenced by a large-scale study by the American National Institutes of Health and the American Pensioners' Association, which involved nearly 500,000 people. Apples, plums and strawberries are also useful in this regard, according to the same study.

It is no coincidence that the pear is recommended to be one of the first solid foods that infants are fed - it is one of the fruits that are easiest to digest and least sour. It is also hypoallergenic. To be useful, however, the pear must be consumed whole without peeling, as its skin contains 3-4 times more phytonutrients than the inside. It contains about half of the fiber in the fruit. Otherwise, at least 1/3 of the weight of the pear is fiber . A medium-sized fruit, of nearly 200 grams, carries a little over 100 kcal. Three quarters of this weight is water, which indisputably confirms the fact that the pear is dietary. With a high concentration in pears is the presence of folic acid, choline , vitamin C , vitamin A and beta-carotene , as well as lutein and zeaxanthin , vitamin K - they are all popular enough with their health benefits. It certainly makes it useful for the nervous system and eyes, at least.

It is also rich in phosphorus , calcium , magnesium and extremely high in potassium , which makes the pear suitable for the prevention of high blood pressure and osteoporosis.

And remember, once sliced ​​pear quickly oxidizes and darkens. You can prevent this effect by smearing its surface with drops of lemon, lime or orange juice.