Pears are a great source of soluble and insoluble fiber. Each medium pear contains about 20% of the daily value (DV) of fiber. Both forms of fiber are important for digestive health. Soluble fiber helps soften the stool for so it can pass easier, while insoluble fiber adds bulk to the stool to prevent and treat constipation. Consuming enough fiber also likely contributes to a flourishing gut microbiome, which impacts not just digestive health but also immune and mental health.1