How Many Calories in Pear?
1 pară medie (178g) = 101 kcal
Nutritional Values per 100g
Standard Serving
1 pară medie (178g) contains 101 calories.
Best time: Snack anytime, also good as a light dessert after meals thanks to fiber that supports digestion
Benefits
- ✓Good fiber content (3.1g/100g), including pectin, which supports satiety and digestion
- ✓A source of vitamin C and potassium, useful for immunity and muscle function
- ✓Low caloric density - suitable as a generous snack without a big caloric impact
- ✓Moderate glycemic index, with relatively slow sugar release thanks to its fiber
- ✓The skin holds most of the fiber and antioxidants - best eaten with the skin, well washed
Considerations
- !Unripe pears can be hard and tart - they often ripen at room temperature a few days after purchase
- !Fructose content may cause digestive discomfort in sensitive people (irritable bowel syndrome)
- !Dried pears have a much higher caloric density (over 250 kcal/100g) due to sugar concentration
FitAzi Tip
FitAzi recommends pears as a low-calorie-density, filling-fiber snack - a medium pear (178g) provides only 101 calories and 5.5g fiber, almost a quarter of the daily fiber requirement in a single fruit.
Frequently Asked Questions
A medium pear (about 178g) has 101 calories, with 0.7g protein, 27g carbs, 0.2g fat, and 5.5g fiber. It's a low-calorie-density fruit with a good fiber payoff.
100g of pears has 57 calories, with 0.4g protein, 15.2g carbs, 0.1g fat, and 3.1g fiber. It's comparable in caloric density to apples, but with slightly higher fiber content.
Yes, pears are a good choice for weight loss - they have low caloric density (57 kcal/100g), good fiber content (3.1g/100g) that supports satiety, and are often eaten with the skin for maximum nutritional value.
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Nutritional values shown are approximate and may vary depending on preparation method and origin. Consult a nutrition specialist for personalized recommendations.