Pear and Date
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Diarrhea treatment, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves muscular strength, Prevents constipation, Prevents nerve damage, Strengthening of bones
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Sore throat treatment
Boosts immune system, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Itching, Skin Rashes, Swelling
Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Intestinal gas, Stomach pain, Tooth decay, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.23 g
26
75.03 g
2
Fiber
3.10 g
19
8.00 g
3
Sugar
9.75 g
24
63.35 g
1
Protein
0.36 g
99+
2.45 g
6
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
1.00 mcg
36
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.07 mg
13
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.16 mg
99+
1.27 mg
5
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.05 mg
99+
0.59 mg
3
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.17 mg
10
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg
28
19.00 mcg
16
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
4.30 mg
99+
0.40 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.12 mg
35
0.05 mg
39
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
4.40 mcg
16
2.70 mcg
23
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
44.00 mcg
23
75.00 mcg
18
Choline
5.10 mg
24
6.30 mg
17
Fat
0.14 g
39
0.39 g
22
Minerals
Potassium
116.00 mg
99+
656.00 mg
3
Iron
0.18 mg
99+
1.02 mg
12
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
9.00 mg
35
39.00 mg
8
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
43.00 mg
2
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.29 mg
9
Phosphorus
12.00 mg
34
62.00 mg
4
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.26 mg
17
Copper
0.08 mg
27
0.21 mg
7
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
3.00 mcg
4
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
1.00 mg
37
3.00 mg
35
Omega 6s
93.00 mg
20
16.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
8.00 mg
10
Not Available
Water Content
83.96 g
99+
20.53 g
99+
Ash
0.32 g
37
1.60 g
4
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
57.00 kcal
19
282.00 kcal
2
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
290.00 kcal
18
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
65.00 kcal
19
461.00 kcal
1
Calories in Jam
240.00 kcal
21
384.00 kcal
2
Calories in Pie
282.00 kcal
27
321.00 kcal
13
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tropical
Season
Autumn, Summer, Winter
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Green Anjou, Red Anjou, Bartlett, Red Bartlett, Bosc, Comice, Concorde, Forelle, Seckel and Starkrimson
Barhi, Dayri, Deglet Noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Thoory and Zahidi
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Yellow
Black, Brown, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
White
Brown
Shape
Pear
Oval
Texture
Grainy
Fleshy
Taste
Crunchy, Sweet
Sweet
Origin
China, Japan
Iraq
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clayey, Loamy, Sandy
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH
5-7.5
8-10
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Hot, Without frosts
Hot, Warm
Facts
Facts about
- The first pear tree was planted in North America in 1620.
- The Chinese considered the pear fruit to be a symbol of immortality.
- This fruit was used as a natural remedy against nausea in ancient Greece.
- Date is known as the tree of life in Middle east.
- Date palms cover 3% of the earth's total farmlands.
- Scholars believe that date (and not apple) was the real fruit mentioned in the Bible's Garden of Eden.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Not Available
Beer
Yes
Not Available
Spirits
Yes
Not Available
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
Production
Top Producer
China
Egypt
Other Countries
Argentina, Belgium, India, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Algeria, Iraq, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, United Arab Emirates
Top Importer
Europe
India
Top Exporter
China
United Arab Emirates
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Pyrus communis
Phoenix Dactylifera
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Arecidae
Order
Rosales
Arecales
Family
Rosaceae
Arecaceae
Genus
Pyrus
Phoenix
Species
P. communis
P. dactylifera
Generic Group
Rose
Palm
Difference Between Pear and Date
We might think that Pear and Date are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pear and Date Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pear and Date is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pear and Date with peel is 57.00 kcal and 282.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pear and Date belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Pear and Date is Rosales and Arecales respectively. Pear belongs to Rosaceae family and Date belongs to Arecaceae family. Pear belongs to Pyrus genus of P. communis species and Date belongs to Phoenix genus of P. dactylifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
