There's more than ramen at the convenience store. Pick a category.
π± Check Detailed Info via QR Code
β Scan the product directly with a translation app
Point Papago or Google Translate's camera at the package to translate the Korean text on the spot. Good for a quick check.
β‘ Scan the QR code on the package
Triangle kimbap, gimbap, and bento packages have a QR code printed on them. Scanning it takes you to a site with detailed nutrition facts, ingredients, and allergen info. That site is Korean-only too, so point your translation app's camera at the screen again to translate it.
π The link below is a sample screen (in real life, scan the QR code on each product's package) β
https://foodqr.kr/01/08801771034643?92=01
Below, we use a real bento product page (Geupsikdaega New Jeongseok Bento) as an example to explain what each section means.
The %Daily Value is based on a 2,000 kcal diet, so it may vary depending on your individual calorie needs.
π΄ Caution / π’ Good / βͺ Neutral
π΄ Caution: 30% or higher means a nutrient to watch for overconsumption
π’ Good: higher % is actually beneficial for this nutrient
βͺ Neutral: no special caution needed
β οΈ The % shows how much of your daily recommended intake (based on 2,000 kcal) this single product provides. For sodium, saturated fat, and cholesterol, a higher % (e.g. 30%+) means this one meal already covers a large share of your daily limit β so it's a good idea to choose lighter, less salty options for your other meals.
π½οΈ Pick a Category
Triangle Gimbap
How to unwrap Β· how to check in-store
Gimbap Roll
A heartier meal than triangle gimbap Β· what's inside
Bento
How to heat Β· what's inside
Hotbar
How to buy Β· types
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