Foods You Should Never Store In The Fridge

Pears

Pears have a unique ethylene gas production process that allows them to ripen and develop flavor even when kept at room temperature.

The ethylene gas produced by pears is responsible for their ripening process. Unlike other fruits, pears continue to release this gas even after they are picked from the tree. This means that if you were to store pears in the refrigerator, the ethylene gas accumulation would be slowed down, hampering their ability to reach peak ripeness and flavor.