Pear (Pyrus spp.) is used in some traditional medicine systems, particularly in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), where it is considered beneficial for the lungs and to a lesser extent for the digestive tract, including the Small Intestines. In TCM, pear is thought to have hydrating, cooling, and moistening properties, and is often consumed to alleviate dryness or provide gentle nourishment, especially during illnesses that affect the mucosal linings. While it is sometimes recommended in traditional dietary therapy to soothe the digestive tract or balance "heat" in the intestines, direct references to pear specifically supporting the Small Intestines are limited and not a major focus in classical texts. Rather, its digestive support is secondary to its primary use for lung and throat health.

There is minimal scientific evidence connecting pear consumption directly to improved function or health of the Small Intestines. Pears are a source of dietary fiber, which can contribute to overall digestive health by promoting regular bowel movements and supporting gut microbiota, but such effects are general to the entire digestive tract, not specific to the Small Intestines. Most modern references to pear and digestion relate to its fiber content, not to any unique action on the Small Intestines. Therefore, the use of pear to specifically support the Small Intestines is primarily traditional, with weak and indirect evidence.