In recent years, dyed seeds have been a concern for consumers as they are often colored with industrial dyes, which can have negative effects on health. Families are now worried about the safety of purchasing dyed seeds.
1 Try the seeds before purchasing
Before purchasing seeds, it is recommended to try them to assess their quality. You can place the seeds in your mouth to soak in your saliva for a few seconds. If the seeds lose their color, it means they are dyed with food coloring.
It is advisable to choose seeds with a rich and creamy taste that are characteristic of good quality seeds. Avoid selecting seeds that have a strange odor. Also, make sure to avoid selecting seeds that have mold, as they can increase the risk of cancer.
Try the seeds before purchasing
2 Observe the color of the seeds
Seeds dyed with industrial dyes (used for textiles) will have vibrant and shiny colors that do not fade even when exposed to water. On the other hand, seeds dyed with food coloring will have a natural reddish-brown color that can easily fade when exposed to water. Moreover, these dye