Pear - Naspati

Pear have brown colored speckles on their outer surface. They contain a juicy, crispy and sweet taste & a soft, slightly grainy texture. It has a white or cream-colored flesh. A ripe pear is firm but not rock hard and contain a rich aroma when ripe. It includes Vitamins A, C, E, K, Folate, and B1, B2 & niacin carbohydrates. Important phytochemicals in pears contain beta-carotene, quercetin, chlorogenic acid, tocopherols, and pectin. Pears have a low glycemic index which helps in the prevention of coronary heart disease, obesity, and in the management of diabetes. It provides with a quick and natural source of energy. It is known to have a cooling effect that is excellent in relieving fever.