Cherry, also known as wedge jingtao, cherry, etc., is a general term for some plants of the Prunus genus, including the subgenus Cerasus, subgenus Padus, etc. The fruit can be eaten as a fruit and is particularly nutritious. Cherries are rich in sugar, protein, vitamins and various elements such as calcium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, etc. How to choose delicious cherries? In general, you can follow the following 5 principles when choosing cherries.
1. Dark color
In general, fruits follow a rule: the greater the temperature difference between day and night in the place of origin, the sweeter the fruit. Darker cherries are generally sweeter, while lighter ones are more sour. In addition, darker cherries have a high content of anthocyanins, which helps fight free radicals in the body and resist aging.
2. Glossy and moist
Cherries with shiny skin are the healthiest, freshest and most delicious. The skin of mature and healthy cherries will show a natural, round luster. The most important thing about eating cherries is freshness. If the skin of the cherry is wrinkled, it means the fruit is dehydrated, may be spoiled or lack moisture. Do not choose such cherries.
3. Concave stem
The size of cherries is a matter of variety and has nothing to do with texture and sweetness. Usually, the flesh of larger cherries is more resilient, while the flesh of smaller cherries is relatively softer. When selecting, you can pay more attention to the shape of the cherry stem. The more concave this place is, the sweeter the cherry will be.
4. Fresh stem
In general, fresh fruits taste good. The ideal is to pick and eat directly in the cherry orchard. When buying, remember that the stem is an important indicator of freshness. When cherries are just picked, the stem is green. After a long time, it starts to turn black, and the nutrition is greatly reduced. It is not recommended to buy them.
5. Hard
Gently squeeze the cherry with your hand. If it is elastic and very firm, it means the cherry is sweet and has sufficient moisture. Conversely, if the cherry is very soft, it means it is too ripe. When choosing cherries, choosing one with a slightly harder skin has another benefit: during the growing process, fruit flies cannot drill in and will not leave eggs.
Finally, it needs to be reminded that cherries are delicious but should be eaten in moderation. It is recommended that the daily consumption per person should not exceed 150 grams.