Title: Fold it by hand, and the fake vermicelli will appear in its original form
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As food safety issues have attracted more and more attention, the quality and safety of vermicelli as a traditional food have also attracted much attention. In the market, fake vermicelli is rampant, and consumers often find it difficult to identify when making a purchase. To this end, an employee of a vermicelli factory revealed the method of identifying fake vermicelli, let's find out together.
The current situation and problems of the vermicelli market
As a traditional food, vermicelli has always been loved by consumers. However, in recent years, the vermicelli market has seen a rampant phenomenon of fake vermicelli. Most of these fake vermicelli are made with low-quality raw materials, which pose a serious threat to human health. When consumers buy, it is often difficult to distinguish between real and fake vermicelli due to their lack of distinguishing ability.
The production process and hazards of fake vermicelli
The production process of fake vermicelli usually includes the following steps: first, inferior raw materials, such as corn starch, potato starch, etc., are bleached and whitened to make the vermicelli look whiter; Secondly, additives such as gelatin and edible gum are added to increase the elasticity and taste of vermicelli; Finally, the vermicelli is formed through machine production.
The harm of these fake vermicelli to human health is mainly manifested in the following aspects: first, harmful substances such as heavy metals and pesticide residues in inferior raw materials are harmful to the human body; Secondly, excessive intake of additives such as gelatin and edible gum will cause a burden on organs such as liver and kidneys; Finally, the chemical agents used in the production of fake vermicelli, such as bleach, whiteners, etc., are also harmful to human skin and respiratory system.
The method of identifying fake vermicelli revealed by the employees of the vermicelli factory
In order to help consumers identify fake vermicelli, the employees of the vermicelli factory revealed the following methods:
Method 1: Observe the appearance and texture of the vermicelli
Real vermicelli has a pale yellow appearance, a rough texture, and a certain graininess. Fake vermicelli is bleached and whitened, the color is too white, and the texture is delicate.
Method 2: Smell the smell of the vermicelli
Real vermicelli has a natural starchy fragrance and no peculiar smell. Fake vermicelli may have the smell of chemical agents, or have no noticeable fragrance.
Method 3: Fold vermicelli by hand for inspection
Real vermicelli has moderate elasticity and is not easy to break after folding by hand. Fake vermicelli is too elastic and easy to break after being folded by hand.
Summary: How to properly identify and avoid buying fake vermicelli
Through the above three methods, consumers can make a simple identification when purchasing vermicelli. At the same time, choosing formal channels to buy and avoid buying vermicelli at a low price is also an effective way to avoid buying fake vermicelli.
Call on relevant departments to strengthen market supervision and protect the rights and interests of consumers
In view of the proliferation of fake vermicelli, relevant departments should strengthen market supervision and severely crack down on the production and sale of fake vermicelli. At the same time, we should increase food safety publicity, improve consumers' awareness of food safety, and jointly maintain food safety.
Conclusion: Learn to distinguish fake vermicelli and maintain your health
Food safety is no trivial matter, learn to distinguish fake vermicelli, and maintain the health of yourself and your family. Let's work together to create a better future for food safety.