| Common name(s): |
pear, common pear, European pear |
| Family: |
Rosaceae |
| Origin: |
Europe, Asia |
| Parts used: |
fruits, leaves |
| Constituents: |
flavonoid glycosides, phenols, saponins, tannins, mucilage, flavonoids, alkaloids, sterols, carbohydrates, essential oils, amino acids, terpenoids, arbutin, minerals (copper, calcium, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus) phytonutrients, vitamins (C, A, B, K)
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| Therapeutic actions: |
astringent, antioxidant, anti-aging, anti-carcinogen, cardioprotective, diuretic |
| Organs or systems affected: |
gastrointestinal system, respiratory system, kidneys, skin, intestines |
| Main medicinal uses: |
- fights cholesterol
- protects the heart
- treats fluid retention
- deals with constipation due to high fiber content
- helps slow down aging
- maintains healthy blood pressure
- prevents osteoporosis
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| Counterindications: |
Generally regarded as safe to consume in normal daily amounts in foods or herbal teas. |
