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Asian pear 梨

CoolFlavour · Sweet, SourFruit

Traditional use

Clears heat, moistens the lungs and eases a dry cough.

Cooling — helpful if you run hot; pair with warming foods if your digestion runs cold.

Eat raw pear sparingly if your digestion runs cold.

In season for

Awakening of InsectsStart of AutumnAutumn Equinox

Nutrition (approx.)

100 g
57kcal
  • Protein0.4 g
  • Carbs15.2 g
  • Fat0.1 g
  • Fibre3.1 g

Reference values per 100 g; actual values vary by variety and cooking.

Especially good for

Yin Deficiency

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Based on traditional Chinese medicine for general wellness education — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. If symptoms persist, are severe or unusual, please see a doctor or registered Chinese medicine practitioner.