Calories in a Pear
Updated July 2026 · Reviewed by CaloriesCalc Team · Source: USDA FoodData Central
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Nutrition Facts
* % Daily Value based on a 2,000 kcal diet.
Vitamins & Minerals — per 100g
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value | Bar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 4.3 mg | 5% | |
| Copper | 0.08 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 116 mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin K | 4.4 µg | 4% | |
| Folate (B9) | 7 µg | 2% | |
| Magnesium | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.03 mg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.16 mg | 1% |
Calories in Pear by Weight
| Weight | Calories | Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|
Calories in Different Pear Servings
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Carbs | Net Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 small pear | 90g | 51 kcal | 13.7g | 10.9g | 0.1g |
| ⭐ 1 medium pear | 178g | 101 kcal | 27.1g | 21.6g | 0.2g |
| 1 large pear | 230g | 131 kcal | 35.0g | 27.9g | 0.3g |
| 1 cup sliced | 140g | 80 kcal | 21.3g | 17.0g | 0.2g |
| 1 oz | 28g | 16 kcal | 4.3g | 3.4g | 0.0g |
Macronutrient Breakdown — per 100g
Pears are 84% water. Their carbs come primarily from fructose — pears have the highest fructose-to-glucose ratio of any common fruit, which gives them a lower GI (~38) than their sugar content might suggest. Net carbs are 12.1g per 100g.
Micronutrient Highlights
Pear Health Benefits & Nutrition
Highest Fructose-to-Glucose Ratio — Why Pears Have a Low GI
Pears are unique among common fruits in having an exceptionally high ratio of fructose to glucose. Unlike glucose, fructose does not trigger an insulin response directly — it is metabolised primarily in the liver. This is why pears have one of the lowest glycemic indices of any fruit (~38), despite containing 9.75g of sugar per 100g. This makes pears an excellent fruit choice for people managing blood sugar.
Fiber — Mostly in the Skin
Pears contain 3.1g of fiber per 100g, and a significant proportion — particularly pectin (soluble fiber) and lignin (insoluble fiber) — is concentrated in the skin. Eating a pear with its skin provides roughly 50% more fiber than a peeled pear. A medium pear with skin provides 22% of the daily fiber requirement.
Cardiovascular Benefits
A 2021 randomised controlled trial found that adults who ate two pears daily for 12 weeks had significant reductions in blood pressure (3.5 mmHg systolic) and LDL cholesterol compared to controls. These effects were attributed to pear fiber (which binds bile acids and reduces cholesterol recirculation) and pear polyphenols including quercetin, catechin, and epicatechin.
Boron and Bone Health
Pears are a good dietary source of boron — a trace mineral that plays important roles in bone health, hormone metabolism, and cognitive function. Boron reduces calcium and magnesium excretion through urine, effectively increasing the body's retention of these bone-building minerals. Adequate boron intake is associated with stronger bones and may reduce the risk of osteoarthritis.
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Nutrition values sourced from USDA FoodData Central. Not medical advice.