Babyfood, fruit, pears, strained
Whole food · Baby Foods
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This is a smooth, velvety puree of ripe pears, offering a gentle, sweet, and subtly floral flavor that is a staple first food for infants. Its naturally high fiber content, especially from the fruit's skin and flesh, is a standout nutritional feature for a baby food. The texture is perfectly strained to be lump-free, making it easy for tiny mouths to swallow and digest.
Calorie split: 3% protein · 94% carbs · 4% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents and babies love it for its mild, universally accepted sweetness and smooth consistency, which is ideal for transitioning to solids. Its versatility allows it to be mixed with cereals, other purees, or simply served as a simple, nutritious snack.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The natural sugars (6.98g per 100g) can cause a blood-sugar spike if served in large quantities or without pairing. To counteract this, mix it with a protein-rich food like yogurt or oatmeal, or offer it alongside a small portion of cheese to slow sugar absorption. Some babies may also experience digestive discomfort from the high fiber if introduced too quickly, so start with small portions and increase gradually.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of dietary fiber (2.8g per 100g) for digestive health.
- Naturally low in fat and contains no added sodium.
- Provides gentle, easily digestible carbohydrates for energy.
- A good source of vitamin C and potassium.
- Naturally sweet, often requiring no added sugars.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Pears are one of the least allergenic fruits, making them a recommended first food for many infants, and their gentle nature means they are often used in traditional remedies for digestive upset.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 88.4 g |
| Energy | 42.0 kcal |
| Energy | 174 kj |
| Protein | 0.30 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.20 g |
| Ash | 0.30 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 10.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 8.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.24 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 8.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 12.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 130 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 1.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.08 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.07 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.40 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 1.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 24.5 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.03 mg |
| Niacin | 0.19 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.09 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.01 mg |
| Folate, total | 4.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 4.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 4.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 3.6 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 1.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 9.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 17.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 36.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.09 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.2 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.01 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Babyfood, grape juice, no sugar, canned — USDA does not publish this profile for Babyfood.
| Threonine | 0.02 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.01 g |
| Leucine | 0.02 g |
| Lysine | 0.02 g |
| Methionine | 0.03 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.02 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.02 g |
| Valine | 0.02 g |
| Arginine | 0.06 g |
| Histidine | 0.03 g |
| Alanine | 0.04 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.10 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.18 g |
| Glycine | 0.03 g |
| Proline | 0.03 g |
| Serine | 0.04 g |
FAQ
Is strained pear baby food healthy for my baby?
Yes, it's a healthy choice. It's naturally sweet, low in fat, and a good source of fiber and vitamin C, with no added sugars or sodium.
When can I introduce strained pear puree to my baby?
It's typically introduced around 4-6 months, when a baby is ready for solids. Always consult with your pediatrician first.
Can I make strained pear baby food at home?
Absolutely. Simply steam or bake ripe pears until soft, then blend or mash them to a smooth consistency. You can add a little water or breast milk to thin it if needed.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.42 kcal/g · 3% calories from protein · 2.8 g fiber · 7.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.01 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.