How to choose a nitrate-free watermelon in the store: pay attention to the skin
Consuming foods that contain nitrates can hardly be called beneficial for the body.
Therefore, many buyers tend to choose a watermelon without signs of this component.
It turns out that you can determine the presence of nitrates in a watermelon by eye - just pay attention to the pattern on the skin.
Let's see how you can buy a tasty and healthy watermelon.
What sign should you focus on?
It is the thick and bumpy rind that is a clear sign of the presence of nitrates, which enter the watermelon along with fertilizers.
It should be noted that such substances are contained in the first fruits, which begin to be sold in August and September.
Fortunately, most watermelons are tested for nitrates and certified for quality. But it is still important to look closely at the berry, checking for harmful substances.
The skin surface of a nitrate-free watermelon should be smooth.
