Pear

Fruits · Pome Fruits

TLDRLast updated 6 October 2026

Pear: the low FODMAP reference is 4 g. The reference weight describes pear, green, ripe, unpeeled, raw. Follow the stated peeling, pitting or trimming details; this is a measurement description, not advice to eat ingredients raw.

Serving sizes for pear

Pear, green, ripe, unpeeled, raw: 4 g low, 6 g moderate, 170 g high. Use the stated preparation and unit.

Low

4 g

FructoseLow

LactoseLow

FructansLow

GOSLow

SorbitolLow

MannitolLow

Reference portions

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Reference portions for Pear and their FODMAP ratings
Serving	Amount	FODMAP rating
4 g reference portion
6 g reference portion
170 g reference portion

Is pear low FODMAP?

The references for pear, green, ripe, unpeeled, raw are 4 g low, 6 g moderate, 170 g high. They are comparison portions, not exact transition cutoffs or personal tolerance limits.

Pear and IBS: what to know

For pear, keep the exact form and amount in mind. Portion size and preparation affect how food references should be compared. Monash: FODMAP questions and food preparation. This public source supplies background, not verification of the numerical table.

Gut-friendly ways to eat pear

The reference weight describes pear, green, ripe, unpeeled, raw. Follow the stated peeling, pitting or trimming details; this is a measurement description, not advice to eat ingredients raw. Compare Pear (Dried), Pear Juice. These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

Frequently asked questions

What is the FODMAP portion for pear?

Pear: 4 g low, 6 g moderate, 170 g high. These values apply to pear, green, ripe, unpeeled, raw.

How should I measure or check pear?

The reference weight describes pear, green, ripe, unpeeled, raw. Follow the stated peeling, pitting or trimming details; this is a measurement description, not advice to eat ingredients raw.

Which other guides are useful when comparing pear?

Compare Pear (Dried), Pear Juice. These guides describe their own preparations and portions.

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Sources and editorial notes

Monash: FODMAP questions and food preparation
Explains FODMAPs, portion dependence and preparation differences; not a citation for this numerical reference table.

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

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