Pear and Fig
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care
Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Sore throat treatment
Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Itching, Skin Rashes, Swelling
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
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)
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.23 g
26
19.20 g
13
Fiber
3.10 g
19
2.90 g
21
Sugar
9.75 g
24
16.30 g
5
Protein
0.36 g
99+
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.04
24
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
1.00 mcg
36
7.00 mcg
29
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.06 mg
15
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.16 mg
99+
0.40 mg
36
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.05 mg
99+
0.30 mg
12
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.11 mg
12
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg
28
6.00 mcg
29
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
4.30 mg
99+
2.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.12 mg
35
0.11 mg
36
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
4.40 mcg
16
4.70 mcg
15
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
44.00 mcg
23
9.00 mcg
32
Choline
5.10 mg
24
4.70 mg
26
Fat
0.14 g
39
0.30 g
28
Minerals
Potassium
116.00 mg
99+
232.00 mg
30
Iron
0.18 mg
99+
0.37 mg
30
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
9.00 mg
35
35.00 mg
11
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
17.00 mg
17
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.15 mg
18
Phosphorus
12.00 mg
34
14.00 mg
32
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.13 mg
25
Copper
0.08 mg
27
0.07 mg
32
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.20 mcg
15
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
1.00 mg
37
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
93.00 mg
20
144.00 mg
14
Sterol
Phytosterol
8.00 mg
10
31.00 mg
4
Water Content
83.96 g
99+
79.11 g
99+
Ash
0.32 g
37
0.66 g
17
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
57.00 kcal
19
74.00 kcal
10
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
71.42 kcal
9
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
249.00 kcal
30
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
69.00 kcal
15
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
65.00 kcal
19
65.00 kcal
19
Calories in Jam
240.00 kcal
21
360.00 kcal
5
Calories in Pie
282.00 kcal
27
450.00 kcal
1
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tree fruit
Season
Autumn, Summer, Winter
Summer, Winter
Varieties
Green Anjou, Red Anjou, Bartlett, Red Bartlett, Bosc, Comice, Concorde, Forelle, Seckel and Starkrimson
Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig
Seedless Variety
Yes
Yes
Color
Yellow
Green, Purple, Red
Inside Color
White
Pink
Shape
Pear
Conical
Texture
Grainy
Fleshy
Taste
Crunchy, Sweet
Sweet
Origin
China, Japan
Western Asia
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clayey, Loamy, Sandy
Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy
Soil pH
5-7.5
5-7
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Hot, Without frosts
Dry, 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.
- Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
- The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
- Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Turkey
Other Countries
Argentina, Belgium, India, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America
Top Importer
Europe
France
Top Exporter
China
Turkey
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Pyrus communis
Ficus carica
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Alismidae
Order
Rosales
Rosales
Family
Rosaceae
Moraceae
Genus
Pyrus
Ficus
Species
P. communis
Ficus carica
Generic Group
Rose
Mulberry
Difference Between Pear and Fig
We might think that Pear and Fig are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pear and Fig Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pear and Fig is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pear and Fig with peel is 57.00 kcal and 74.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pear and Fig belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Pear and Fig is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Pear belongs to Rosaceae family and Fig belongs to Moraceae family. Pear belongs to Pyrus genus of P. communis species and Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
