{
  "id": 5559338,
  "title": "Apples versus Pears: Which fruit is better for blood sugar?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/apples-versus-pears-which-fruit-is-better-for-blood-sugar",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-09-04T12:57:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/apples-versus-pears-which-fruit-is-better-for-blood-sugar/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "When considering the blood sugar impact of fruit, apples and pears emerge as solid choices. Both provide natural sugars, but their fiber content and accompanying polyphenols offer notable benefits for blood sugar regulation. Jamie Lee McIntyre, a registered dietitian nutritionist, explains that the combination of fiber and plant compounds in whole fruit sets it apart from sugary alternatives.\n\nApples are particularly noteworthy for their soluble fiber, pectin, which slows digestion and moderates glucose absorption. This soluble fiber is also found in pears, albeit in slightly higher amounts since pear skin contains a good portion of its fiber. Both fruits have a low glycemic index, meaning they don’t cause rapid spikes in blood sugar.\n\nWhile apples are rich in fructose, a sugar absorbed more slowly than glucose, pears have a bit more soluble fiber, which may provide additional support for glucose regulation. The fermentation of some pear fiber by gut bacteria produces short-chain fatty acids that could influence blood sugar over the long term, though research is still unfolding in this area.\n\nTo maximize blood sugar benefits, consider these tips: prioritize fiber-rich fruits like apples and pears, especially with the skin on; pair fruit with protein or healthy fats to further stabilize blood sugar levels; and remember that eating fruit before a carb-heavy meal can help reduce post-meal glucose spikes. Overall, apples and pears are nearly equivalent in their blood sugar impact, making either an excellent choice for those seeking to manage their glucose levels through diet.",
  "summary": "Fruit gets a bad rap when the conversation turns to blood sugar. You have probably heard that it’s “too sugary” or that you should skip it if you want steadier blood sugar. But the science tells a more nuanced story. “When you eat whole fruit like an apple or a pear, you’re getting fiber, water […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Apples and pears are both good for blood sugar due to fiber and polyphenols.",
    "Apples have soluble pectin, pears have more fiber, especially with skin.",
    "Both fruits have low glycemic index and may benefit blood sugar regulation."
  ],
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        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Apples versus Pears: Which fruit is better for blood sugar?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/apples-versus-pears-which-fruit-is-better-for-blood-sugar-5560031",
        "published": "2026-09-04T12:51:31.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}