The Benefits and Harm of Pears

Homer, the famous author of Odysseus, called pears the gifts of the gods. And many agree with him, because today the pear is one of the most popular fruits in the world. At the moment there are more than 3000 varieties of pears.

In Europe, the fruit came from South Asia around 1000 BC. E., and in North America - only in 1620. Pears are used both in kind, and for the preparation of desserts, juices, fillings, salads and side dishes. Benefits of pears Pear fruits contain sugars (glucose, fructose, sucrose), vitamins A, B1, B2, E, P, PP, C, carotene, folic acid, catechins, nitrogenous substances. Since in the pear fructose is more than glucose (and, as is known, fructose does not require insulin for its digestion in the body), this fruit is useful in the violation of the pancreas.

Therefore, fresh and dried pears, as well as beverages from them, are included in diets for obesity and diabetes. Pear is very useful for the heart in general and for heart rhythm disorders in particular. This is due to the fact that the pear contains a lot of potassium, which means that it expresses alkaline properties that have a beneficial effect on the work of the heart.

The fruits of pears contain unique biologically active substances that can enhance the defenses of the body, resist infectious diseases, have an anti-inflammatory effect and even fight depression. Organic acids of pear fruits strengthen the digestive processes, improve metabolism, stimulate the activity of the liver and kidneys. These acids also have an antimicrobial effect. Pears are shown with dizziness, increased fatigue, increased heart rate associated with high physical exertion, they are useful for early wound healing and increased appetite.

In pears, there is a lot of folic acid, which is important for children, pregnant women and those who are concerned about the problem of hematopoiesis.

Harm of pears

Pears in their raw form are contraindicated in case of gastric ulcer. The main thing is to know the measure, 1-2 pears a day - is quite enough for the body. In addition, pears are undesirable to eat on an empty stomach, as they irritate the intestinal mucosa. After you ate a pear, it is undesirable to eat meat and other heavy food. It is best to eat pears half an hour or so after eating. Pears can not be washed down with water - this can cause discomfort in the abdomen and diarrhea.