Pick A Ripe Fruit Almost Every Time
Do you stare blankly at all the pretty-colored fruit at the grocery store and wonder which one is the "right one-" the juiciest and most delicious? Don't worry.
You're not alone.
Most people don't know these simple tips on picking a ripe fruit and that's why I decided to write this article.
Fruit is such an important part of our diet that we need several fruits each day.
Besides vitamins and minerals, fruit is rich in fiber and berries in particular are rich in anti-oxidants.
Did you know a glass of orange juice has more potassium than a potato? When you're at the grocery store, consider these factors when choosing fruit: Buy In Season There are several reasons why buying in season is usually the wisest choice.
The smell of a fruit is the best indication of its flavor.
Scratch the skin or peel lightly, especially if it's winter because there is a lot of wax or coating that's put on to keep freshness.
Scratch away so you can get a good "whiff" of whatever is inside.
If a cantelope is semi-soft and looks ripe, without any "green" and doesn't smell like a cantelope then it won't be tasty to eat.
You'll be very disappointed.
If you scratch a lime and it's very sour, it will taste the same way.
Pineapples should have a delicious smell and you can actually smell it's "sweetness" as you pick it up.
Also, gently tug at th leaves right in the very center of the pineapple.
If they come out easily with a gentle tug, it's ripe.
If you have to yank on the leaves, leave the pineapple and find another.
I hope these few tips can help you on your way to enjoying more delicious fruit.
The more delicious the fruit, the more you'll want to eat it.
The more you eat fruit, the healthier you'll be.
It's a win-win situation.
You're not alone.
Most people don't know these simple tips on picking a ripe fruit and that's why I decided to write this article.
Fruit is such an important part of our diet that we need several fruits each day.
Besides vitamins and minerals, fruit is rich in fiber and berries in particular are rich in anti-oxidants.
Did you know a glass of orange juice has more potassium than a potato? When you're at the grocery store, consider these factors when choosing fruit: Buy In Season There are several reasons why buying in season is usually the wisest choice.
- Fruits in season are generally local and local means fresh
- Fruit in season is usually less expensive than other fruit
- They just taste better
- Color does matter in most cases.
The color of an apple can tell you many things.
- Sometimes you tell if the apple is tart, dry, or juicy just by looking at the skin.
- If it is faded or has soft spots, you know the fruit has been mishandled previously.
- Soft spots or "bruises" as some people call them are to be avoided, though you won't get sick eating them.
Simply cut the bruise away.
- Sometimes a bruise or soft spot on an orange can mean over-ripeness and it is recommended you definitely stay away from those, as they take on an almost bitter flavor.
The smell of a fruit is the best indication of its flavor.
Scratch the skin or peel lightly, especially if it's winter because there is a lot of wax or coating that's put on to keep freshness.
Scratch away so you can get a good "whiff" of whatever is inside.
If a cantelope is semi-soft and looks ripe, without any "green" and doesn't smell like a cantelope then it won't be tasty to eat.
You'll be very disappointed.
If you scratch a lime and it's very sour, it will taste the same way.
Pineapples should have a delicious smell and you can actually smell it's "sweetness" as you pick it up.
Also, gently tug at th leaves right in the very center of the pineapple.
If they come out easily with a gentle tug, it's ripe.
If you have to yank on the leaves, leave the pineapple and find another.
I hope these few tips can help you on your way to enjoying more delicious fruit.
The more delicious the fruit, the more you'll want to eat it.
The more you eat fruit, the healthier you'll be.
It's a win-win situation.
