Spot the Difference: Identify Naturally Ripened vs. Chemically Treated Bananas

• Naturally ripened bananas have a sweet aroma, while chemically ripened ones lack a genuine smell or have a chemical odor.
• Real bananas are not uniformly yellow and may have brown spots; chemically ripened ones are bright, shiny yellow.
• Naturally ripened bananas have dry, slightly dark peels; chemically ripened peels appear fresh despite being yellow.
• The inside of a natural banana is soft and evenly ripened; chemically ripened ones are hard, white, or dry inside.
• Chemically ripened bananas can cause acidity, sore throat, and digestive issues due to harmful chemicals like calcium carbide.

Why It Matters: Learn to distinguish naturally ripened bananas from chemically treated ones to protect your health.