Russian troops in Beijing during the Boxer rebellion.On September 7, 1901, the Qing court was compelled to sign the Boxer Protocol, also known as Peace Agreement between the Eight-Nation Alliance and China.
*Based on a 2,000 calorie diet. One medium pear contains about 100 calories and 27 g of carbohydrate (about the equivalent to two slices of bread). Pears also contain about 22 percent of the RDA for fiber, making them a very filling fruit choice. If you are looking to modify your carbohydrate intake stick to small pears or eat half in one sitting.
Beyond their sweet, refreshing taste, one medium pear contains 6 grams of dietary fiber, or 24 percent of the daily recommended value. Plus, the type of fiber found in pears (soluble fiber) helps you feel full for a longer period of time, which means it can help you lose weight.