Pear and Loquat
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, 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
Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Itching, Skin Rashes, Swelling
Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction
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)
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.23 g
26
12.14 g
40
Fiber
3.10 g
19
1.70 g
29
Sugar
9.75 g
24
Not Available
Protein
0.36 g
99+
0.40 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
1.00 mcg
36
76.00 mcg
8
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.02 mg
39
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.02 mg
35
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.16 mg
99+
0.18 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.05 mg
99+
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg
28
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
4.30 mg
99+
Not Available
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.12 mg
35
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
4.40 mcg
16
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
44.00 mcg
23
Not Available
Choline
5.10 mg
24
Not Available
Fat
0.14 g
39
0.20 g
33
Minerals
Potassium
116.00 mg
99+
266.00 mg
24
Iron
0.18 mg
99+
0.28 mg
37
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
9.00 mg
35
16.00 mg
25
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.05 mg
28
Phosphorus
12.00 mg
34
27.00 mg
19
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.15 mg
22
Copper
0.08 mg
27
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
1.00 mg
37
13.00 mg
28
Omega 6s
93.00 mg
20
77.00 mg
26
Sterol
Phytosterol
8.00 mg
10
2.00 mg
15
Water Content
83.96 g
99+
86.73 g
29
Ash
0.32 g
37
0.50 g
26
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
57.00 kcal
19
47.00 kcal
26
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
67.00 kcal
16
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
65.00 kcal
19
Not Available
Calories in Jam
240.00 kcal
21
Not Available
Calories in Pie
282.00 kcal
27
Not Available
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn, Summer, Winter
Winter
Varieties
Green Anjou, Red Anjou, Bartlett, Red Bartlett, Bosc, Comice, Concorde, Forelle, Seckel and Starkrimson
Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Yellow
Orange, Yellow
Inside Color
White
Orange
Shape
Pear
Oval
Texture
Grainy
Juicy
Taste
Crunchy, Sweet
Sweet, Tart
Origin
China, Japan
China
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clayey, Loamy, Sandy
Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained
Soil pH
5-7.5
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Hot, Without frosts
Warm to hot climate
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.
- Loquats are used in plum wine manufacturing.
- Dried leaves of loquat are used to make herbal tea.
- The seeds of loquat are slightly toxic & the symptoms of intoxication are nausea, vomiting & shortness of breath.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Japan
Other Countries
Argentina, Belgium, India, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
Europe
China
Top Exporter
China
Spain
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Pyrus communis
Eriobotrya japonica
Synonym
Not Available
Crataegus bibas or Mespilus japonica or Photinia japonica
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Rosales
Family
Rosaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Pyrus
Eriobotrya
Species
P. communis
E. japonica
Generic Group
Rose
Rose
Difference Between Pear and Loquat
We might think that Pear and Loquat are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pear and Loquat Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pear and Loquat is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pear and Loquat with peel is 57.00 kcal and 47.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pear and Loquat 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 Loquat is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Pear belongs to Rosaceae family and Loquat belongs to Rosaceae family. Pear belongs to Pyrus genus of P. communis species and Loquat belongs to Eriobotrya genus of E. japonica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
