PCOS food guide
Are pears good for PCOS? Raw pear with skin
Can I eat it?
Yes. A raw pear with its skin can fit a PCOS-supportive eating pattern; try it with plain yogurt if you want a more substantial snack.
At your table
Serving idea
Wash the pear, leave the skin on, and slice it into plain yogurt or eat it whole. Juice provides less fiber than intact fruit.
Evidence limits
The GI of 38 is a representative published pear value, not a measurement of every variety or ripeness. No evidence establishes pears as a treatment for PCOS.
More about blood sugar
Glycemic index (GI): Low · 38
GI describes how quickly a food containing carbohydrates raises blood sugar in a test. It does not rate the whole meal or tell you exactly how your body will respond. The amount you eat and what you eat with it also matter.
Common questions
Must I avoid fruit?+
No. Whole fruit can fit a balanced diet; adjust servings to your preferences and any individual dietary guidance.