Pears

For centuries, pears have been used in Eastern medicine. They help in treating a variety of conditions, including inflammation, constipation, and hangovers.

Pears are also known to aid in blood sugar control and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and stroke. According to some research, the anthocyanins that give pears their color may help reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. On a scale of 1 to 100, the glycemic index (GI) rates food and its impact on your blood sugar. Your blood sugar will rise more quickly the higher the GI level. On the glycemic index, pears range from 20 to 49. As a result of their high fiber content, they classify as low-GI food. One small pear has about 7 grams of it. That amounts to up to 20% of the daily fiber requirement. (Men should aim for 38 grams of fiber per day, compared to women's recommended 25 grams).