Its great juiciness makes it refreshing, useful to quench thirst, and a good resource against the summer heat, especially if it is taken smoothly. It is a fruit very low in fat and protein, but it is a good source of energy thanks to its carbohydrates. The virtues of the pear can be listed by saying that it is a diuretic, uricolithic (dissolves uric acid), cleansing, laxative, remineralizing, stomachic, astringent and sedative food.