Ripe melon has an amazing fragrant aroma and honey taste. Some taste features of this healthy product also depend on its varietal affiliation. But there are also secrets that you need to know in order not to be mistaken in choosing a melon.
Melon contains many substances necessary for the normal functioning of various organs and systems of the human body. First of all, these are vitamins P and C, carotene, folic acid, fats, mineral salts of potassium, sodium, iron; cellulose. Melon perfectly quenches thirst, has a calming effect on the nervous system, normalizes the water-salt balance, and regulates digestion. In addition, melon strengthens the immune system and increases the level of hemoglobin in the blood.
Going to the market or shop for a melon, remember that a ripe product, first of all, is distinguished by a delicate pleasant aroma. If the melon smells of green or has no smell at all, feel free to refuse it.
Tap the yellow fruit and listen. If the sound is muffled - the melon is good, you can write down one point in its favor.
By pressing on the crust near the stalk and the place opposite to the stem, you can determine the ripeness of the melon. The crust should bend, this is what indicates the ripeness of the fruit, otherwise it is better to refrain from buying. At the same time, evaluate the thickness of the stalk, if present. The thicker the stem, the more ripe the melon is.
Scratch the melon rind lightly with your fingernail. If it peels off easily to a green skin, the fruit is ripe and ready to eat. If the crust is very hard, there is a high probability that you have an unripe fruit in front of you.
Only buy melons from designated trading locations. You should not buy them at sites that are located along highways. Melon quickly accumulates various harmful substances, including salts of heavy metals, from the air. Therefore, by purchasing such a product, there is a risk not only not to benefit your health, but also to cause significant harm.
Damaged fruit with cracks can be infected with botulism or salmonellosis, and the taste of such a melon will not be the best. Do not forget that you have the right to demand from the seller a product quality certificate with all proper seals and signatures.
