Spoiled nuts are quite common in our stores. They are not only tasteless, but can be harmful to health. To choose quality products, you need to follow a few simple tips.
First of all, inspect and rub the release date and batch number printed on the package. If they are greased and washed, then the product is fake. Also study the packaging of nuts itself - the seams of the adhesions should be even, without foreign inclusions.
pick good nutsRotten nuts contain aflatoxins - extremely dangerous substances that are secreted by molds. These fungi also develop on other foods, such as seeds, tea leaves, and legumes. Small amounts of aflatoxins have a harmful effect on the liver, and large amounts can cause a severe allergic reaction. Fungi appear when stored improperly or in expired nuts. Such situations occur more often in the markets. Aflatoxins are especially often found in peanuts, cashews, pistachios. Fungus-infected nuts give off an unpleasant, musty odor, and dark spots can be seen on their surface.
Nuts can be stored for up to 1 year in opaque packaging. If the packaging is transparent, then the shelf life is reduced to six months. However, not all manufacturers indicate the correct expiration dates, so it is better to buy nuts packaged no more than six months ago. When buying nuts by weight, you can pay attention to the appearance of the products. Expired pine nuts have dark points at the ends, while fresh ones have light ones. Rotten pistachios have dark kernels, and expired hazelnuts have a sour smell.