Pear: GI, GL, Carbs & Blood Sugar Impact
Glycemic index of pear (38), glycemic load, carbs per medium pear, and why pears are a lower-GI fruit for people with diabetes.
Does Pear Raise Blood Sugar?
A medium pear carries about 27 g of carbohydrate — but 5.5 g of it is fiber, and the published GI is around 38. Pears are among the lower-GI common fruits.
How to Eat It
Whole, skin on (the fiber lives there). A pear with cheese or nuts is a classic low-impact pairing. Watch canned pears in syrup.
Nutrition Facts (Pear)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 57 kcal | 101 kcal |
| Carbohydrate | 15.2 g | 27.1 g |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 5.5 g |
| Sugars | 9.8 g | 17.4 g |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 0.7 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.2 g |
Source: USDA FoodData Central (generic food item, per 100 g edible portion). Values may differ from brand-specific products.
Glycemic Index
Published GI: 38 (typical value).
Reported range: 33-42.
Evidence level: Moderate.
Note: Fiber-rich; among the lower-GI common fruits.
Sources: International Tables of Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load Values (2008/2021); University of Sydney GI Database (glycemicindex.com). GI values are reported relative to a glucose reference.
Learn more: What is GI? · What is GL? · GI vs GL
Estimated Glycemic Load
GL ≈ 8.2 per 1 medium pear (178 g).
Calculation: GI (38) × available carbohydrate per serving (21.5 g = 15.2 g − 3.1 g fiber) ÷ 100. Calculated by DMSafeHaven; formula per standard published GL methodology.
- Ripeness
- Portion size
GI values can vary with variety, ripeness, preparation and testing conditions. The value above is a typical published figure, not a universal prediction for every individual or every serving.