Among the many different berries and fruits, it is watermelon that is very popular. This is due to the availability of this culture and good taste. Real sugar watermelons give great pleasure to those who eat them. But how to find a ripe and juicy specimen among such a variety?
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Watermelon is very beneficial for the body. It can be used to prevent diseases of the urinary canals, cleansing the kidneys and intestines. It is also suitable as a dietary product for weight loss or fasting.
When choosing a watermelon, much attention is paid to the time of purchase. If you buy it in early August, then be careful. Typically, the ripening of watermelon occurs in late August and lasts until the month of October. During this period, you can safely buy juicy and ripe watermelons.
Watermelon, if stored improperly, is exposed to harmful microorganisms. Therefore, before buying, pay attention to the storage location of these gourds. It is worth buying either in a closed pavilion or store, or in a tent, but with mandatory racks for placing them at least 20 cm high from the ground. Any external influences adversely affect the quality of this product.
Now we go directly to the choice of watermelon. First, make a visual inspection. Any dent or crack can cause the development of harmful microorganisms. Therefore, carefully inspect the selected instance. It is known that watermelons differ in gender. First of all, watermelon girls are much smaller than watermelon boys, but they have better taste characteristics and the presence of smaller seeds inside.
Another feature of ripe watermelon is the presence of a dried yellow tail. If it is green, it means that the watermelon has not yet matured and you should refuse to buy. And then, the watermelon should not be too large - 7-8 kilograms is ideal for a juicy and ripe watermelon. If there are huge spots on the side from lying on the ground when ripe, then they, too, should not be light, but yellow or orange. It is also desirable to have bright spots on the entire surface of the watermelon, but the color scheme should be saturated and the stripes should stand out against each other.
Another popular way to determine the ripeness of this berry is the sound effect. With a little tapping, a clear and clear sound should be made. This indicates a good ripening of this watermelon. Also, when squeezing, a slight crackle should be heard on both sides.
And finally, if you can lower the watermelon into the water, then do it. If it has surfaced, it means ripe and tasty.
Be careful when buying a watermelon. If you are buying in a place that is not pending approval, then ask for a certificate to sell this berry. In addition to the manufacturer and age, it should indicate the content of nitrates and other substances. This will avoid a low-quality purchase.
Remember that watermelon nitrates are contained closer to the crust, and in order to avoid negative consequences after a dubious purchase, eat only the core of the watermelon.