Q&A for How to Eat a Pear

Yes. Pears and fruit in general are good foods to eat to lose weight.

Nope, it will pass safely through your digestive tract.

Just wipe them with a clean towel or paper towel.

Pears can be eaten without poaching, just like an apple. Cooking these fruits is a personal preference, depending on the flavor and texture you prefer.

Yes, you can.

You can eat a pear however you like. Don't eat the stem, though, you might choke.

It depends on the texture. If it's soft and falls apart easily, eat it with a spoon. If you can stab it with a fork and lift it without it falling off, eat your pear with a fork. But, as those who dislike dish washing say, anything can be finger food if you aren't afraid of dirtying your hands a bit.

Yes, as long as the cheese has a strong flavor to complement the mild one of pears. According to Chelan Fresh, "Bartlett pears are stunning when paired with salty brined cheeses such as feta and halloumi. Bosc pears sing when combined with soft or semi-soft blue cheeses like roquefort, stilton and gorgonzola."

Yes. Like apples, the skin is edible, but some people prefer to peel them.

The health and nutrition differences between an apple and pear are negligible, so eat whichever you prefer.

Yes, brown spots are okay as long as there are not too many. Only a few will be just fine. If there are too many, compost the pear.

Freshly picked pears can be delicious to eat. However, make sure you gently wash the pears with water before eating them.

You can have a couple but try not to eat too many of them as it can wear down your teeth.