Fresh pears are loaded with dietary fiber, much of it in the form of Pectin. They are also an excellent source of potassium, which is an element lost easily through dehydration or perspiration brought on by the active lifestyles of children. Fresh pears also contain important Vitamin C, and have no cholesterol, sodium, or saturated fat.

Few natural foods provide this much fiber and nutrition for so few calories, making pears one of the healthiest fruits!

POTASSIUM
An essential element in a healthy diet. Loss of potassium through dehydration or perspiring during a strenuous workout should be replaced by eating fresh vegetables, fruits or legumes containing high potassium content. Pears are an excellent source of potassium.

VITAMIN C
Essential for normal metabolism and tissue repair. One of the antioxidant vitamins that help prevent damage from free radicals - the destructive by-products of the body's metabolic processes. Vitamin C promotes healing of cuts and bruises and helps guard against a number of infectious diseases.

DIETARY FIBER
Dietary fiber contains no calories, and is necessary to a balanced and healthy diet. Fiber helps sustain blood sugar levels and promotes bowel regularity. High fiber diets help reduce risk of colon cancer and can help reduce serum cholesterol.

SODIUM
A diet high in sodium is a risk factor for osteoporosis It can upset the body's fluid balance, and can contribute to hypertension (high blood pressure). Children should be aware of this early in life when nutritional habits are being formed. Pears have no sodium.

SATURATED FAT
Contributes to obesity and cholesterol in the body, which in turn contributes to coronary disease, and some forms of cancer. Pears contain no saturated fats.

Voluntary Data:
Potassium 208 mg; 6% DV
Soluble Fiber 2 g
Insoluble Fiber 2 g

Nutrient Content Descriptors Allowed:
Low fat
Saturated fat free
Sodium free
Cholesterol free
Good source of fiber
Good source of vitamin C

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