Asian Pears
Health Benefits
Juicy, crunchy and crisp, Asian pears are the perfect fall season fruit. Full of dietary fiber, they're cleansing and perfect for those looking to manage their weight. They've become especially popular now with the emergence of farmers' markets and more locally-sourced produce and reach their prime in the fall months. Try one in your Blast today, or take a bite straight out of one for a clean and surprising twist on one of your favorite fruits.
Selection Process
Asian pears should be hard to the touch. The most common variety is round with a yellow, lightly-spotted skin that bruises easily,
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 fruit 2-1/4" high x 2-1/2" dia (122.0 g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 50.0
% Daily Value*
Total fat 0.3g
0.4%
Saturated Fat 0.0g
0.1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg
0.0%
Sodium 0.0mg
0.0%
Total Carbs 13.0g
4.3%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g
17.6%
Sugars 8.6g
Alcohol 0.0g
Protein 0.6g
Vitamin A 0.0%
Vitamin C 7.7%
Calcium 0.5% Iron 0.0%
Vitamin D 0.0% Vitamin E 0.5%
Vitamin K 6.9% Thiamin 0.7%
Riboflavin 0.7% Niacin 1.3%
Vitamin B-6 1.3% Folate 2.4%
Vitamin B-12 0.0% Panto. acid 0.9%
Phosphorus 1.3% Magnesium 2.4%
Zinc 0.2% Selenium 0.2%
Copper 3.1% Manganese 3.7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Calcium 0.5% Iron 0.0%
Vitamin D 0.0% Vitamin E 0.5%
Vitamin K 6.9% Thiamin 0.7%
Riboflavin 0.7% Niacin 1.3%
Vitamin B-6 1.3% Folate 2.4%
Vitamin B-12 0.0% Panto. acid 0.9%
Phosphorus 1.3% Magnesium 2.4%
Zinc 0.2% Selenium 0.2%
Copper 3.1% Manganese 3.7%
