The ancient Greeks began to cultivate the pear for the first time, although the juicy fruit acquired the most popularity in China. The chemical composition of the pear is extremely rich and contains many useful elements. Even in ancient times, healers used the healing properties of this fruit. Many recipes have survived to our times.
What is contained in the pear
First of all, there is a lot of sugar and carbohydrates in it, although the calorie content of the fruit is absolutely not great. In 100 g of ripe pulp there are only about fifty kilocalories. In addition, it contains starch, flavonoids, a sufficiently large amount of dietary fiber and organic acids. The composition and useful properties of the pear make it an indispensable product. From vitamins and minerals, the following can be distinguished:
- A rather rare vitamin PP, which significantly strengthens the walls of blood vessels and has a beneficial effect on the entire cardiovascular system.
- Vitamins of antioxidant group A, E and C, which rejuvenate the body and prolong the life of a person.
- A huge amount of folic acid, which is essential for bearing a healthy baby. The presence of this element positively affects the health of the reproductive system of both men and women.
- Thanks to the B vitamins, the pear significantly heals the organs of the gastrointestinal tract, and also improves the condition of the skin and hair.
- Of the trace elements, the largest amount belongs to iron, zinc, sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium. And also in it there are such elements as rubidium, molybdenum and silicon. Some varieties of pears are rich in iodine.
Due to the fact that the pear pulp, despite its softness and juiciness, consists of the so-called stone cells, its effect on a diet for weight loss is simply invaluable. It perfectly cleanses the stomach and intestines from toxins and feces. Hydroquinone and arbutin are present in the seeds. The leaves of this tree have no less useful properties.
Use in medicine
Due to the chemical composition of the pear, it can be consumed in any form. Dried or boiled fruits are no less useful than fresh ones. For example, a decoction of raw fruits is used to remove sand from the kidneys and treat inflammatory processes in the bladder. Compote of dried pears is often prescribed after poisoning, to restore the stomach. And also, thanks to the huge amount of potassium, decoction from dried fruits is recommended for use in diseases of the heart and blood vessels.
People with a sick liver or gall bladder should also eat as many pears as possible. The composition of these fruits makes them an excellent prophylactic for heartburn, capable of blocking seizures at the initial stage.
How to make a decoction
This tool is used to treat pulmonary tuberculosis, bronchitis, smoker's cough and just any colds. In addition, it can be used for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and as a fixing agent for diarrhea. To prepare the broth you will need one glass of oatmeal and about 100 g of dried pears. Pears are cut into two or three parts, combined with cereal and pour 0.5 liters of cool water. The product is boiled for half an hour, after which it is used exclusively in a warm form. It is stored in the refrigerator, and heated before use. The medicine is taken in a small amount (4 tablespoons) up to four times a day.
Pear in baby food
It is useful not only for adults, but also for children, starting from a very young age, to eat pears. For example, Progress OJSC produces Frutonyanya puree, which can be consumed by children from the age of four months. It is an absolutely natural product that does not contain starch, dyes and synthetic additives. And also, importantly, this product does not contain sugar. Thanks to the pear “Frutonyanya”, the composition of which is described above, is extremely useful. A 90-gram package contains 15 grams of carbohydrates and 62 kilocalories.
Pear diet
This low-calorie product has a diuretic property and perfectly cleanses the intestines. Thanks to pear you can lose weight perfectly. The body gets rid not only of feces, but also of excess fluid. Only a healthy person without diseases of the digestive tract can use this diet. The fact is that the acid contained in these fruits, and a huge number of fibers can irritate a sick stomach or pancreas. The chemical composition and nutritional value of the pear (in 100 g - 0.4 g of protein, 10.3 g of carbohydrates and 0.3 g of fat) allow it to be used in clinical nutrition.
The diet is very simple and looks as follows: no more than one hundred grams of boiled meat and a portion of porridge per day are allowed. The rest of the menu is filled with a pear. Moreover, the permissible number of fruits should not exceed seven or eight pieces per day. This is a fairly strict diet, which promises a fairly quick weight loss.
It can not be used too often. Dietitians are advised to carry out such an express diet no more than four times a year. It does not last long. In order to unload and cleanse the body, as well as update and start the work of the immune system, one week of a pear diet is enough. Due to its composition, pear is a valuable source of potassium, which is extremely necessary not only for adults, but also for children.
Growing Secrets
Most often, seedlings are planted in the fall, but sometimes planting can be done in the spring. Each seedling should be vaccinated at a distance of about 5 cm above the soil surface. After the seedling is planted, the well is watered with 30 liters of water. The most unpretentious varieties are Zabava, Chizhovskaya, Dessert and Dukhmyany. A pear does not like excess moisture and grows poorly in areas where groundwater flows closely. And also does not like this tree and sandstones. The composition of the soil for the pear should contain clay, and the site should be on the south or southwest slope.
Caring for young seedlings involves regular weeding and removal of weeds. After two years, the intensity of work can be reduced and grassland no more than fifteen centimeters high can be maintained in the future. Crown formation begins one year after planting. Up to four years old, seedlings are regularly fertilized with nitrogen fertilizers.
Contraindications
You can’t drink the pear with water, otherwise the fermentation process will occur in the stomach, gas formation and diarrhea will occur. Do not mix fresh fruit with milk and cucumbers. It is also recommended to observe the time interval between the consumption of fresh fruits and various fermented milk products for about 30 minutes. In case of poor tolerance, the pear should be discarded. This fruit is not recommended to be eaten on an empty stomach, since it can cause a fairly strong laxative effect.
How to choose the right
The best varieties are Duchess, Conference and Witch. Duchesse has a bright yellow hue with a slight pink coating on the sides. Unfortunately, this variety is very poorly stored and therefore requires rapid use. Pear lovers claim that it is Duchess that has the best taste. Its pulp is extremely juicy and aromatic.
Variety Dychok has medicinal properties and is recommended for use by people with disorders in the endocrine system. It has antibacterial properties and well cleanses the intestines from toxins.
Conference pear variety has a greenish tint on a lemon background and a very white flesh. It is quite sweet, despite the fact that the composition of the pear contains a lot of different acids.