A diet that's high in fiber, low in fat and includes at least five servings of fruits and vegetables per day is a sensible way of reducing the risk of certain types of cancer. Pears contain a mix of fibers. Fuji Eating Tender, juicy, sweet and aromatic. Very crisp, sweet and tangy. Bartlett All-purpose Smooth texture, juicy.
Green skin turns yellow when ripe.
All-purpose Same as regular Bartlett, except for skin color. Anjou All-purpose Sweet, mellow flavor, very juicy. Great in salads. Asian Eating Crisp like an apple, very juicy and subtly sweet.