FSSAI Recommended Cotton Ball Method to Check the Presence of Chemicals in Watermelons
As summer temperatures soar, the refreshing taste of watermelons becomes a cherished relief from the heat. These juicy fruits not only quench our thirst but also help replenish lost energy. However, recent revelations about chemical adulteration in watermelons have raised serious concerns. Many of the watermelons we consume might be injected with artificial food color and sweeteners to enhance their appearance and taste. Fortunately, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has provided a simple yet effective method to check for such adulteration: the cotton ball test. The Dark Side of Summer Fruits While mangoes are often treated with carbide to accelerate ripening, watermelons face their own set of adulteration issues. Unscrupulous practices involve injecting watermelons with artificial color and sweeteners to make them look more appealing and taste sweeter. These practices have been highlighted in various viral videos on social media, showing how chemicals...
