Healthy Wintering Program
When shopping for vegetables, we are often attracted by their appearance, however, sometimes good looks do not mean good quality. Today, we're going to reveal why when choosing vegetables, try to choose the ugly ones.
Lotus root is a common vegetable, and it is loved by people for its characteristics of getting out of the mud without staining. However, some lotus roots on the market look too white, which is likely to have been processed. Normal lotus roots, after pulling out the silt, are not as white as these overly white lotus roots. These extraordinarily white lotus roots are likely to have been bleached or otherwise treated to increase their appeal. Therefore, when choosing lotus roots, we should try to choose lotus roots that are natural in color and not too white to ensure their quality and safety.
Carrots are also a common vegetable in our daily diet. Some carrots look very smooth and shiny, but that's not necessarily a good thing. To maintain the appearance and extend the shelf life, some merchants may treat carrots. Turnip chunks don't wash the mud, and the old saying tells us that turnips get dirt on them as they grow. This is normal because they grow out of the soil. Therefore, when buying carrots, we should choose carrots with a natural surface that are not too smooth, and try to wash and scrape the skin ourselves to ensure their freshness and safety.
Enoki mushrooms are another common vegetable, but their shelf life and color also require attention. Small packets of enoki mushrooms tend to look very white and have a longer shelf life. This is most likely the result of bleaching or special treatment. Therefore, when buying enoki mushrooms, we should try to choose bulk, natural color enoki mushrooms, and avoid choosing overly white packaging products.
In short, when it comes to buying vegetables, we can't just be fooled by appearances. To ensure the freshness and safety of vegetables, we should learn to identify and handle those that have undergone special treatment. Let's be more vigilant when shopping for vegetables and take responsibility for the health of ourselves and our families.