Is it ok to eat dates with some white dots inside the skin?

The white dots in dates may be sugar moving to the surface, indicating that the fruit is not ripe. We recommend observing the date to see if they are not molds. Make sure to wash dates off with some hot water before eating.

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Updated on April 11, 2023

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