Summer is in full swing, and that means the sun is blazing down! When the heat and humidity become unbearable, nothing beats cooling off with a juicy watermelon. But finding the perfect sweet watermelon can be tricky. Do you ever find yourself asking the fruit vendor if it's sweet? Or maybe you wander the store, unsure if you've picked a good one? If that sounds like you, don't worry! We've got some great tips to help you pick the sweetest, juiciest watermelon every time you shop. But that’s not all! Picking the perfect and sweet watermelon doesn’t end there. Bonus: we will also bring you a video to check adulteration in watermelon with cotton. How To Check Adulteration in Watermelon With Cotton? Netizens Use FSSAI-Recommended Test To Check If Excessive Red Watermelons Contaminated With Erythrosine, Share Shocking Results.

Foods being chemically treated have become one of the major concerns in recent times. Yes, a watermelon too can be treated and enhanced to appear bigger, sweeter, and tastier. The most common adulterant used for treating watermelons is erythrosine B, a red dye that makes the watermelon look juicier. So how do you find out if the watermelon was treated with the adulterant or not? Scroll down to find out.

Tips To Pick a Good Watermelon

1. Check the shape: Look for watermelons that are uniform in size. Round ones tend to be sweeter. Check the watermelon thoroughly and avoid picking ones with irregular bumps.

2. Weight matters: Pick a melon that's heavy for its size. Pick the heaviest one. Heavier watermelons usually mean they are sweeter.

3. Spot the field spot: Look for an orange creamy field spot. A darker yellow spot indicates it was on the vine longer and is packed with flavour.

4. Webbing or sugar spots: Larger webbing or sugar spots suggest that the melon is seeping sugar, which is a good sign of sweetness.

5. Colour and texture: Choose dark and dull melons. A shiny watermelon is likely underripe.

6. Do a stem check: The stem should be dry and yellow-brown. A green stem means the watermelon isn't ripe and won't be as flavorful or sweet.

7. Check for adulteration: Cut the watermelon into two halves and rub a cotton ball on the red part. If the colour changes or you notice discolouration in any part, it means that the watermelon is not safe for consumption.

Watermelon (Photo Credits: Pexels)

What To Avoid When Picking a Watermelon

1. Small webbing: Watermelons with smaller webbing are often bland and less flavourful.

2. Pale and shiny: Avoid watermelons that are pale and shiny, as these are usually not ripe.

3. White field spot: A white field spot means the watermelon is tasteless.

4. Oval shape: Round watermelons are generally sweeter. Oval ones tend to be watery and lack flavour. Health Benefits of Watermelon: 8 Reasons Why It is The Perfect Fruit For Summer.

How To Check Adulteration in Watermelon With Cotton?

How To Pick a Flavourful Watermelon

We hope these tips make your next watermelon shopping trip a breeze. Now, head to the store and use these tricks to pick the perfect watermelon! Enjoy your sweet and juicy treat all summer!

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