Pear and Pomelo
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Prevents Urinary Tract Infection
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Sore throat treatment
Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Itching, Skin Rashes, Swelling
Abdominal cramps, Abdominal pains, Diarrhea, Lightheadedness, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Dizziness, Stomach pain
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)
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.23 g
26
9.62 g
99+
Fiber
3.10 g
19
1.00 g
36
Sugar
9.75 g
24
Not Available
Protein
0.36 g
99+
0.76 g
38
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.08
18
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
1.00 mcg
36
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.03 mg
28
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.03 mg
32
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.16 mg
99+
0.22 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.05 mg
99+
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg
28
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
4.30 mg
99+
61.00 mg
12
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
0.04 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
116.00 mg
99+
216.00 mg
34
Iron
0.18 mg
99+
0.11 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
9.00 mg
35
4.00 mg
99+
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
6.00 mg
29
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.08 mg
25
Phosphorus
12.00 mg
34
17.00 mg
28
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.02 mg
99+
Copper
0.08 mg
27
0.05 mg
99+
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
1.00 mg
37
Not Available
Omega 6s
93.00 mg
20
Not Available
Sterol
Phytosterol
8.00 mg
10
Not Available
Water Content
83.96 g
99+
89.10 g
14
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
38.00 kcal
33
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
350.00 kcal
11
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
65.00 kcal
19
43.00 kcal
34
Calories in Jam
240.00 kcal
21
Not Available
Calories in Pie
282.00 kcal
27
290.00 kcal
22
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Citrus, Tropical
Season
Autumn, Summer, Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Green Anjou, Red Anjou, Bartlett, Red Bartlett, Bosc, Comice, Concorde, Forelle, Seckel and Starkrimson
Chandler, Cocktail, Cuban Shaddock, Hirado Buntan, Honey, Jaffa Red, Mato Buntan, Pomelit, Reinking, Siamese Sweet and Sweetie
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Yellow
Green, Pink, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
White
Creamy Yellow
Shape
Pear
Round
Texture
Grainy
Succulent
Taste
Crunchy, Sweet
Juicy, Sweet
Origin
China, Japan
Malaysia, South-Eastern Asia, Thailand
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clayey, Loamy, Sandy
Clay, Loam, Sandy
Soil pH
5-7.5
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Hot, Without frosts
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.
- Flowers of pomelo fruit are used to make perfumes.
- Pomelo tree wood is used for the manufacture of tool handles.
- Life of pomelo tree is around 10 years.
- Height of pomelo can be 15-20 feet.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Argentina, Belgium, India, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Europe
Europe
Top Exporter
China
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Pyrus communis
Citrus maxima
Synonym
Not Available
Citrus grandis
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Sapindales
Family
Rosaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Pyrus
Citrus
Species
P. communis
C. maxima
Generic Group
Rose
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Pear and Pomelo
We might think that Pear and Pomelo are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pear and Pomelo Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pear and Pomelo is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pear and Pomelo with peel is 57.00 kcal and 38.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pear and Pomelo 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 Pomelo is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Pear belongs to Rosaceae family and Pomelo belongs to Rutaceae family. Pear belongs to Pyrus genus of P. communis species and Pomelo belongs to Citrus genus of C. maxima species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
