THE Pear it is a fruit of season very worn and versatile. However, its innumerable nutritional properties are not always taken into account.
What is their contribution to the body?
A note from Tua Saúde’s website taken from Semana summarizes its nutritional intake. The high doses of fiber, the presence of vitamins A, C and B9 and minerals such as magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, calcium and copper and other antioxidant compounds are present in its pulp and peel, which is also edible.
Due to these nutrients, it has the following benefits for the body.
– Regulate blood sugar: for its high fiber content.
– Prevents constipation: the property mentioned in the previous point helps to increase the volume of faeces and stimulate bowel movements.
– Strengthens the immune system: thanks to its supply of vitamin C and other antioxidant compounds.
– Contributes to weight loss: since it provides few calories and a high satiety power.
– Protects the heart: its potassium content helps prevent and regulate blood pressure. It also has vasodilator properties.
– Strengthens bones and teeth: this ability is linked to its presence of magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, calcium and copper.
– Prevents premature ageing: given the presence of antioxidants.
Furthermore, the Semana note adds that “some studies indicate that it could contribute to the prevention of stomach cancer.
Source: Clarin
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