Description

Won Hwang Korean pear is one of the famous pears in the country.

Characteristics of Won Hwang Korean Pears:

• Won Hwang pears have a round body and has a darker brownish yellow color than the Singo pears.
• The flesh is white, with a characteristic aroma. The taste of sweet pears is interspersed with a sour, juicy and crunchy taste.

Nutrient contents:

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, Korean pears are cool and neutral, non-toxic, and have effects such as generating body fluids, nourishing the blood, clearing heat, moisturizing the lungs, and relieving phlegm.

The pears from Korea are rich in vitamin C and essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, etc. The pears are good source of vitamins B, C, PP, and soluble fiber, which are beneficial for heart health, helping to lower cholesterol and blood pressure, and preventing the risk of cancer.

Storage instructions:

To keep the freshness and ensure nutritional quality, Won Hwang pears should be stored in a sealed plastic container in the refrigerator at temperatures ranging from 0°C to 4°C.

If pears are stored at room temperature, they will ripen faster (after 1-3 days).

Furthermore, the thin skin of pears is prone to bruising, so it's advisable to store them in a foam box to prevent impact damage, which could lead to spoilage, bruising, and internal discoloration.