I am sorry to hear that, @macjane. I take it that pears must have gluten?

Holidays are hard but you can still make good choices. Eat lots of vegetables, salads, fruits other than pears, lean meats like chicken, turkey. Avoid gluten, and desserts.
I found a nutritionist who helped detox me. It's not easy denying yourself certain foods but it gets easier over time. You can have a cheat meal but then go right back to your eating plan. Drink lots of water!!! Good luck

How were the pears prepared? I can’t believe that a whole fresh pear could have any gluten unless it was cut with a knife that had previously sliced a gluten containing item like bread or pastry.