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| Pears (Pyrus) |
It is a deciduous tree that can grow to over 20 m leaves are oval, and simple, usually with a slight edge. The fruits of her yellow or green, maturing from early autumn to early winter, depending on species. Pears belong to the rose family and are related to apples and quinces. Given that there are about a thousand species, distinguish them by size, shape, color, taste and length of storage. General pear fruit has larger round bottom that tapers towards the top of the stalk, and depending on the varieties of thin crust can be yellow, green, brown, red or a combination of these colors. Meat pear is sweet and rich juice, with his soft texture and slightly grainy. The center of the fruit, as well as apples, containing several seeds. Various varieties of pears are available all year round.
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| Pears (Pyrus) |
The fruits are rich in minerals: potassium, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, iron, chlorine, sulfur and many microelements. There are a great many vitamins, especially vitamins A, C, E, most vitamins from group B, H and D. The energy value of 100 g of fresh pears is 58 kcal / 242 kJ. Since it contains 15.5% carbohydrate, 0.4% protein and 0.1% fat. Since minerals are found in pears calcium (9 mg), iron (0.17 mg), Magnesium (7 mg), phosphorus (11 mg), zinc (0.1 mg), copper (0.08 mg), manganese ( 0.05 mg), fluoride (2.2 mcg). Since vitamin pears contain Vitamin C (4.2 mg), thiamine (0.01 mg), riboflavin (0.02 mg), niacin (0.2 mg), pantothenic acid (0.05 mg), vitamin B6 (0 , 03 mg) and vitamin K (4.5 mcg). Pears in 100 g containing 3.1 g of dietary fiber and 8 mg of phytosterols.
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| Pears (Pyrus) |
Pears are a good source of dietary fiber, which has a healing effect on the digestive health first, and then the cardiovascular system. An interesting fact is that pears contain more pectin from apples. Dietary fiber synergistic with copper mineral offset the effect of the large intestine, thus preventing constipation, thereby protecting the health of the colon and reduce the risk of cancer. A study published in the International Journal of Cancer (2008) showed that the consumption of fruits rich in fiber may reduce risk of breast cancer by 34-50% in postmenopausal women. Another very important benefit of dietary fiber is the ability to regulate cholesterol levels in the blood, which is particularly important for the prevention of cardiovascular disease. The content of antioxidants in pears helps protect against free radicals, which, for example, strengthens the immune system.
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| Pears (Pyrus) |
In today's era when widespread allergies well know that pears are hypoallergenic food, especially experts recommend that when introducing fruits in the diet of young children begins with the pears. Data published in the Archives of Ophthalmology showed that at least three servings of fruit per day for 36% lower risk of macular degeneration that occurs aging. Medicinal properties attributed to antioxidants, vitamins A, C and E. Pears demonstrated and effective action in lowering the beneficial effects of antioxidant glutathione, which reduces the risk of stroke.
Pear juice is an excellent source of energy due to the natural fruit sugar fructose, and is suitable for diabetics. Thanks to its refreshing effect, pear juice can relieve fever. Besides pears contain some ingredients that relieve various inflammatory conditions. Some sources say that pears contain the mineral boron, which has the ability to retain calcium, thus reducing the risk of osteoporosis.
Once ripe, pears rapidly deteriorate, and for sale on shelves or coming to the market unripe fruit that takes a few days for maturing. Look for pears that are firm, yet not too hard, smooth bark without damaging the dark soft parts or signs of mold. Color pears may not be uniform, but may contain parts or reddish brown spots on the crust, which are the characteristics of some subspecies and often reflect more intense flavor. Pears should be left at room temperature to ripen. Ripeness of pears can easily be verified by gently pressing your thumb area around the stems, which should be slightly soft but still firm. If not used immediately pears, put them in the fridge in which to preserve freshness for several days. Also they should be stored away from food that has an intense aroma, it is very easy to assume pear smell of other foods.
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| Pears (Pyrus) |
