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Many fruits, including pears, contain a higher amount of fructose than glucose. This makes them a high FODMAP food.
FODMAP stands for “fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols.” These are all forms of fermentable short-chain carbohydrates. A diet low in these types of carbohydrates can decrease common digestive symptoms for FODMAP-sensitive people.
For example, a diet high in FODMAPs may increase gas, bloating, pain, and diarrhea in some people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). For this reason, people with IBS should speak with a dietitian before including pear in the diet.
A person’s overall eating pattern is the most important dietary factor in disease prevention and achieving good health. It is better to eat a diet with variety than to concentrate on individual foods. *
