1. Can apples be eaten after waxing?
At present, there are three kinds of peel wax on the market: fruit wax, artificial fruit wax and industrial wax.
Fruit wax:
It is a lipid component and a plant protective layer formed on the surface of apple, which can effectively prevent external microorganisms and pesticides from invading the pulp and play a protective role. This is a wax film formed on the surface of apple itself, which can't be scraped off. This substance is harmless to human body.
Artificial fruit wax:
Artificial fruit wax is an edible wax added to some high-grade apples. In the production and transportation of apples, artificial fruit wax is actually a formal operation, which is mainly used to keep fresh, prevent apples from rotting and deterioration, solve the problem of peeling, and also prevent the erosion of pests and prolong the storage time of apples. Generally speaking, apples with artificial fruit wax feel slightly sticky. In short, as long as waxing is done regularly and added according to the dosage, it will not cause harm to human health, but it is not good to eat it in large quantities for a long time.
Industrial wax:
Industrial wax is different from edible fruit wax. Industrial wax contains heavy metals such as mercury and lead, and contains toxic substances, which are harmful to human health. In order to keep the freshness of apples, some unscrupulous traders abandon high-cost edible wax and replace it with low-cost industrial wax. When picking apples, if the skin is slightly red, it is probably industrial wax. Some industrial waxes are difficult to distinguish from artificial fruit waxes. Therefore, in order to reduce the possibility of buying industrial lotus seeds, it is suggested that you try to buy them in supermarkets with high credibility, and it is best to peel them when eating.
Second, how to wash apples when waxing?
The wax coating on the waxed apple skin is waterproof, so it is more laborious to clean.
Salt cleaning method:
After the apple is soaked in water, put a little salt on the skin, and then gently rub it back and forth with both hands. Dirty things on the surface can be cleaned quickly, then washed with water, and you can eat with confidence.
Hot water cleaning method:
It's also a good idea to wash apples with hot water, so it's easy to wash off the preservatives on the skin of apples, so that the washed fruits can be safely eaten.
In short, friends, don't be afraid to hear waxed apples. Apples bought through regular channels can be safely eaten. However, in order to eat less artificial wax, we should try to eat seasonal fruits. Apples that have just entered the market will be transported soon, and generally will not be waxed. If you eat out-of-season apples or apples imported from abroad, you will generally use artificial fruit wax for storage. In addition, if you are afraid that the wax will not be cleaned, you can peel it and eat it!