Just when you feel the scorching heat of summer is getting unbearable, a soothing glass of mango drink brings a brief respite. In fact, most of you will agree that the sweet and juicy mangoes are one of the very few things people enjoy about the season. Hence, we try to sneak the fruit into our summer diet in every possible way.
As per y20India.in, there are over 1500 types of mangoes across the world, each having its unique taste, texture, and aroma. In fact, in India, you will find fruit shops selling more than six to eight different varieties of mangoes in each region.
While we strongly recommend you try every variety of mango you find, all you need to consider is if the fruit is naturally ripened. Organic Vs Artificially Ripened Mangoes: What Is The Difference? To put it simply, naturally ripened mangoes are the ones that are plucked and sold after they mature. On the other hand, artificially ripened ones use chemicals for premature growth, taste, and texture.
According to Ashwin Bhadri, CEO at Equinox Labs, "Artificial ripening of mangoes is on the rise across India. It is majorly because of the imbalance between the supply of the product in the market and the rising demand of the customers." Also Read: 5 Tips To Buy Perfect Mangoes In Summer How Are Mangoes Ripened Using Chemicals? What Is Calcium Carbide? You will often find elders at home asking if the mangoes they are buying have carbide.
So, what is carbide? Carbide, or calcium carbide, is a chemical used to ripen m.
