Outstanding health benefits of pear fruit A series of PresentationByMr. Allah Dad Khan former DG Agriculture Extension KP Province and Visiting Professor the University of Agriculture Peshawar allahdad52@gmail.com

5. Pears
There are thousands of varieties of pears grown
all over the world. Much as they have with the
apple, people have chosen to cultivate a few of
these varieties into the deliciously juicy fruits
that we find in fields, farmer’s markets and
produce sections today. Some of the most
popular varieties today include the Bartlett, the
Anjou, the rough-skinned Bosc, and the
brilliantly colored Starkrimson.

6. Pears
• Pears are such a valuable source of food
that people would sometimes include the
word Perry in place names to indicate that
pears were growing there. Here are eight
health benefits of pears that may make
you want to eat them more often.

9. Pears as Immune System Booster
Having a strong immune
system is essential in
fighting off disease and
illness. Pears help to
boost the immune system
because they contain
antioxidants such as
vitamin C and copper
which fight off free
radicals and disease in
the body.

10. PearsOsteoporosis Prevention
Preventing and treating
osteoporosis is a major
concern for many people.
Many doctors are now
recommending that people
who are concerned with
protecting the health of their
bones maintain a balanced ph
and high calcium intake from
dietary sources. Fruits and
vegetables help to maintain a
healthy pH level and pears are
a good source of boron, which
researchers believe may help
the body to retain calcium.

11. Pears Increased Energy Levels
When you eat a pear,
your body absorbs
glucose, which is
converted into energy.
Eating a pear can be a
great pick-me-up if you
feel sluggish in the
afternoon.

12. Pears and Digestive Health
Pears contain a lot of fiber,
which is essential for a
healthy digestive system.
Fiber helps to keep food
moving efficiently through
the colon. One medium
sized pear contains about
20-25% of the daily
recommended intake of
fiber. A good percentage of
the fiber in pears is
insoluble, which may help to
reduce the occurrence of
colon polyps.

13. Pears prevents cancer
One way to prevent cancer
is by eating fresh fruits and
vegetables that are high in
antioxidants. Pears contain
vitamin C, a powerful
antioxidant which is an
important part of your
body’s cancer fighting
arsenal. The fiber content in
pears is very effective at
promoting colon health
which will reduce your
chances of developing colon
cancer.

14. Pears for Healthy Pregnancy
In order to avoid birth
defects, it is important
for a pregnant women
to consume enough
folic acid. Pears contain
10-20 mcg (about 5% of
the RDA) of the natural
form of folic acid, folate,
and they should be
included in a healthy
prenatal diet

15. Pears are Less Allergenic
Pears are considered by
some people to be a
hypoallergenic food, which
is why they are often
recommended to people
who suffer from food
allergies and weaning
babies. However, they are
not completely
hypoallergenic, as some
people do have allergic
reactions to pears,
particularly those people
who are allergic to Alder or
Birch pollen.

16. Pears Good for Weaning
Many doctors recommend
pears for babies when
they are weaning and
being introduced to baby
food. This is because
pears are a low acid fruit
that are unlikely to cause
digestion problems in little
bellies and because pear
allergy is relatively rare.

17. Pears controls Blood Pressure
Anti-carcinogen
glutathione and
antioxidants present in
pears help in controlling
the blood pressur

18. Pears Against Gallbladder, Colitis,
Arthritis, Gout
Pears help to prevent
gallbladder problems,
colitis, arthritis and gout
if taken regularly.

19. Pears for Fever
Pears help in curing
fever easily with its
cooling effects.

20. Pears reduces Inflammation
Pears have anti-
inflammation properties
which help to reduce
inflammation of arthritis
and other such
problems.

21. Pears and Shortness Of Breath
During summers
shortness of breath is
quite common due to
heat in both children
and adults. So it is
recommended to take
pears during those hot
days

22. Pears Throat Problems
Pears prevent throat
problems during
summers. So it is good
to take a pear a day or
a glass of its juice will
do the work.
To get all the benefits of
pears, take them
regularly during these
hot summer days.

23. Pears Fibers Prevent Skin Damage
Pears are loaded with
dietary fibers which play a
pivotal role in keeping our
skin smooth and soft. They
decelerate the discharge of
sugar into the bloodstream
and prevent the damage of
skin collagen (a certain type
of protein) caused due to
frequent sugar spikes.
Consequently, we get a
smooth skin and plump look

24. Pears Keeps Wrinkles Away
Munch on pears daily to
stay away from aging. The
fruit is rich in vitamin C – a
super-effective antioxidant,
vitamin K, and copper. All
these elements are capable
of combating harmful free
radicals thereby protecting
our skin cells from severe
damages. It eventually
helps in toning up the skin
and curtailing the formation
of fine lines near our eyes
as well as lip area.

25. Pears Good For Lip Treatment
Pears are excellent for
our lips. The credit goes
to the lactic acid present
in its extract. This acid
content of the fruit can
keep the cells of your
lips healthy and
hydrated for long so that
you get a soft and
smooth pout.

26. Pears Anti-Inflammatory By Nature
The anti-inflammatory
properties of pears work
as a beauty remedy.
Consuming pears or
using any beauty
products containing its
extract does not impose
any allergic reactions.
Hence, it is good for
skin and useful for
infants too.

27. Pears Healthy And Nourished Hair
When it comes to the most
excellent hair benefits of
pears, the first thing that
should be included in the list
is its ability to make hair
healthy and nourished.
Pears, especially the ripe
ones, contain a natural
sugar alcohol named
‘sorbitol’ or ‘glucitol’, which
feeds the hair roots,
nourishes the scalp and
keeps the hair moisturized
in order to make it healthy.

28. Pears Reduce Hair Dryness
The moisturizing property
of pears is extremely
beneficial for reducing the
dryness of our hair.
Moreover, it holds lots of
vitamin C, which works as
a natural antioxidant and
helps keep the hair
strands conditioned by
maintaining the health of
the hair cells.

29. Pears Tame Your Frizzy Hair
From regular
consumption of pears to
giving your tresses a
treatment with the fruit –
everything is helpful for
eliminating those ugly
tangles. Your frizzy hair
can easily become
manageable with the
help of pears

30. Pears Restore The Lost Shine
If you are worried about
your dull and unattractive
hair, pears can be of help.
All you need to do is to
prepare a natural hair mask
at your home by mixing the
extract of 1 fresh and ripe
pear, 2 tablespoons of apple
cider vinegar and water.
This is a great hair
revitalizer that can revive
your dull hair and restore its
lost shine.

31. Pears Maintain Curly And Colored Locks
Maintaining the curls and
shades of your hair can be
much easier with the
application of pear hair
pack. To make such a pack,
peel and smash a pear
properly and then form a
smooth paste by adding
soybean oil to it. Now,
spread this paste all over
your hair evenly. After an
hour, wash it off with a mild
shampoo. The difference
will be easily visible!

32. Pears Treat Oily Skin
If you have oily skin,
pears can be really
beneficial for you. Just
smash a pear and mix
fresh cream and honey
with it. Use this paste
thrice a week as a face
mask and the over
secretion of the
sebaceous glands
present in your skin will
reduce to a great extent.

33. Pears Get Acne-Free Skin
People with acne-prone
skin can also be benefited
by pears. Pears contain
high levels of vital
vitamins and essential
minerals. These fruits can
boost their immunity and
make them stronger
internally. As a result, their
skin becomes able to fight
against acne, pimple and
all other types of skin
infections from inside.

34. Pears Stay Moisturized For Long
Pears not only good for oily
skin, but are also good for
dry and flaky skin. They
contain natural humectants,
which help balance the
normal water content of the
skin and retain its natural
moisture. Hence, the extract
of this fruit is widely used in
making moisturizing lotion.
Regular intake of pear juice
can also make your skin
even and smooth.

35. Pears Effective Natural Scrub
The natural enzymes
present in the fruit make it a
great scrubbing agent. You
can easily get rid of the
dead skin cells present in
the superficial layer of your
skin by blending a mashed
pear in your regular face
pack and exfoliate your skin
with it. The fruit extract can
also be used as a gentle
peel for accelerating the cell
turnover.