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?
Watermelon is very beneficial for the body. It can be used to prevent diseases of the urinary tract, cleanse the kidneys and intestines. It is also suitable as a dietary aid for weight loss or fasting.
When choosing a watermelon, great attention is paid to the time of purchase. If you buy it in early August, then be careful. Usually, watermelon ripening occurs at the end of August and lasts until 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 melons. 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 negatively affect the quality of this product.
Now let's move on directly to the very choice of watermelon. First, make a visual inspection. Any dent or crack can cause the development of harmful microorganisms. Therefore, carefully examine the selected copy. It is known that watermelons differ in gender. First of all, girls 'watermelons are much smaller in size than boys' watermelons, but they have better taste characteristics and the presence of smaller seeds inside.
Another feature of a ripe watermelon is the presence of a yellow dried tail. If it is green, it means that the watermelon is not ripe yet and you should refuse to buy it. 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 during ripening, then they should also not be light, but yellow or orange. It is also desirable to have light 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 by sound effect. With a slight tap, a clear and sonorous sound should be produced. This indicates a good ripening of this watermelon. Also, when squeezed, a slight crackling sound should be heard on both sides.
And finally, if it is possible to dip the watermelon into the water, then do it. If it has surfaced, then it is ripe and tasty.
Be careful when purchasing a watermelon. If you buy in a place that does not cause approval, then ask for a certificate to sell this berry. In addition to the manufacturer and age, it must indicate the content of nitrates and other substances. This will avoid poor quality purchases.
Remember that nitrates in watermelon are found closer to the rind, and in order to avoid negative consequences after a dubious purchase, eat only the core of the watermelon.
