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Things to look out for when buying fruits and vegetables
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1. Where to buy fruit and vegetables
Whether we buy at the market or in the grocery store, it's worth following the seasonal nature of vegetables and fruits. Many people prefer to shop at bazaars or fairs, because the origin of the product, the conditions under which it was grown, and the way it went before it went on sale have become important too. Of course, vegetable and fruit can also be bought in supermarkets. One of the solutions is to set up their own garden, but not everyone can afford it. For consumers, the most important characteristics when choosing vegetables or fruits are their quality and appearance.2. How to choose fruit?
So let's pick them organoleptically, look at them, smell them and touch them, so how do we know if the fruit we buy is fresh? The fruit we sell in stores or fairs should be of high quality, and it should also be safe for consumers.3. It's an apple
In addition, they should not have dark spots on the skin, as this may indicate a bitter patchy texture. They should be characterized by the appropriate shape, size and color (depending on the variety). Avoid apples damaged by pests, as such fruits are not edible. When shopping, make sure that the apples are whole, without damage, skin wrinkles or visible traces of spoilage.4. How to pick vegetables?
When choosing vegetables, we should also use our senses, and here are some tips to help you make good choices when shopping.5. It's a cucumber
You'll find cucumbers that are meant to be preserved, pickled, or eaten fresh. They're usually long, about six inches long. Let's pick the hard cucumber.6. What else should you pay attention to when buying fruit and vegetables?
We should also reject vegetables and fruits that show signs of mold. It is also worth checking the date of suitability for such products because they are not durable. We can also enjoy fruit and vegetables in the winter. When we choose native products, we support the work of local farmers. We should look closely at the fruits and vegetable we are going to buy. Vegetables and fruit that are sold in packaging and pre-treated should be stored in cold conditions.
