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Pears
Tastes
Sweet, astringent
Guna / Qualities
Light, cooling
Pacifies Doshas
Pitta, Kapha
Aggravates Doshas
Vata (if unripe)
Nutritional Information
High in fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants
Ayurveda Analysis
Cooling and hydrating, good for balancing excess heat
Buying, Preparing & Storing
Store at room temperature until ripe, then refrigerate
Serving & Recipes
Eat fresh, poach with spices, or blend into smoothies
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