Pears
Low GI
GL 7.1 per piece (178 g) · GL 4 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- Contains natural sugars
Pears has a glycemic index of 30 (Low). One piece (178 g) adds a glycemic load of 7.1.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169118 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Pears
- GI 25 · GL 2 per 100 g unripe
Unripe pear - GI 38 · GL 3 per 100 g cannedsugar free
Canned Pears - GI 38 · GL 5.7 per 100 g bosc
Bosc pear - GI 38 · GL 5.7 per 100 g diced
Diced Pears - GI 38 · GL 5.7 per 100 g boiledwith skin
Fresh pear with skin, mashed - GI 38 · GL 5.7 per 100 g green
Green pear - GI 38 · GL 5.7 per 100 g chunks
Pear (raw, juicy chunks)
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup, slices | 140 g | 5.6 |
| 1 small | 148 g | 5.9 |
| 1 cup, cubes | 161 g | 6.4 |
| 1 NLEA serving | 166 g | 6.6 |
| 1 medium | 178 g | 7.1 |
| 1 large | 230 g | 9.2 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 57 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 15 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 9.8 g |
| Natural | 9.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3.1 g |
| Soluble | 1 g |
| Insoluble | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 0.4 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.02 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.08 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Low glycemic index
- Rich in vitamin C
- Contains natural sugars
- Low protein content
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Pears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Pears?
Pears has a glycemic index of 30 (Low). One piece (178 g) has a glycemic load of 7.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 4.
Is Pears good for people with insulin resistance?
Pears has a low glycemic index (30), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Pears has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Pears in this database, Unripe pear has the lowest glycemic load (2 per 100 g).
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