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Lifestyle Coach Shares Easy Tips To Detect Harmful Chemicals In Mangoes


By Kajal Sharma - 01 May 2025 09:26 PM
What time of year is it? Yes, summer is here, but it's also mango season, the king of fruits. However, the concern over carbides never goes away. Despite being prohibited in India, their use is still rather widespread. Don't worry, though; you no longer have to be afraid to savor your mangoes. Luke Coutinho, a lifestyle expert, posted a video to Instagram. In the video, he walks us through a quick test to determine whether your mangoes have been ripened with dangerous carbides.Examine the mango's skin carefully first.
If it is uniformly colored, that is excellent; but, if there are small black spots, you may want to exercise caution. Next, perform a quick pressure check. A mango that has been chemically ripened may typically feel spongy or strangely soft, whereas a naturally ripened mango will feel firm with the proper amount of pulp.The water test, which involves just dropping the mango into a jar of water, is the most fascinating aspect. It is probably fine and full of pulp if it sinks. However, if it floats, it may have been treated with carbide, which accelerates ripening but leaves the fruit lighter due to more air and less pulp. You may enjoy your mangoes worry-free by using this easy approach.