Is your watermelon safe to eat? This simple cotton ball test can reveal hidden chemical adulteration at home
Watermelon Safety Check: Summer heat brings a surge in watermelon demand. Concerns are rising about artificial colouring used to enhance fruit appearance. Food safety experts advise simple home tests like the cotton ball and water tests. These methods help identify watermelons treated with dyes like erythrosine. Checking seeds for unusual colours also aids detection. These quick checks ensure consumers enjoy safe, natural watermelons.