The Nashi fruit is an Asian pear mostly found in Japan and China. The Japanese call it the Nashi, which means pear. It is quite similar to the apple, yet sweeter. The goodness of this fruit has been known for centuries. You will find several varieties of this Asian pear. The Japanese variety is more round than its European cousin, while those in China are more pear shaped.

With the crispness of a pear and as juicy as you would expect an apple to be, Nashi pears are ready to eat when fresh. The fruit ripens naturally on the tree and retains its sweet flavor and freshness even after it is harvested. You can store a the pear for as long as a couple of weeks at room temperature or even longer if you refrigerate it.

A rich source of dietary fiber, these pears are also packed with potassium and essential minerals required by our body, in addition to vitamin C, folates and Vitamin B complex, Vitamin E, K, Niacin, Calcium, Magnesium and Phosphorus. Because of its low saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium, Nashi fruit is ideal for those looking to lose weight.

Benefits Of Nashi Fruit

Nashi can provide our body with the ingredients we need for a healthy metabolism and the production of red blood cells. The antioxidant content and phytonutrients in this fruit can help those suffering from heart disease. In fact, it has been medically prove that Nashi can treat urinary and digestive problems.

Any fruit that is rich in antioxidants protects our body cells, improves memory, helps digestion, reduces risk of diseases, strengthens vision, makes you mentally more alert, balances cholesterol, is a great source for fatty acids and gets rid of the free radicals that cause disease. Did you know that scientists have proved that free radicals are one of the biggest causes for any disease? The Asian pear is also useful in building protein and making the nervous system and immune system stronger. Remember how you were told, as a child to eat your fruits and vegetables? In fact we are supposed to include at least three to five servings of fruits and vegetables in our diet to be healthy. These days, fruits rich in antioxidants are being more and more recommended because research has recognized their valuable role in keeping us healthy naturally.

The Nashi fruit is especially excellent for health because it is rich in polyphenols and anthocyanins. By enjoying this fruit, staying healthy becomes a pleasure.