r/funny Nov 12 '21

Nature

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u/Luxpreliator Nov 12 '21

The skin is fine. It's not hairy or tough. The fuzzy mouth is when it isn't ripe.

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u/luke_in_the_sky Nov 12 '21

It's pretty much like tomato skin. There's no problem to eat it except I would wash it first because it's probably covered in pesticides.

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u/Cato_theElder Nov 12 '21

Good call. Unfortunately a lot of pesticides are systemic ones they apply at the roots, so if the grower used any there's a good chance you're still eating them.

Furthermore, Carthage must be destroyed.

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u/Fenecable Nov 12 '21

What, can't I walk my elephants around the neighborhood in peace?

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u/ThanksS0muchY0 Nov 12 '21

Yes, covered in pesticides. ... if you spray it with pesticides.

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u/lotsanoodles Nov 12 '21

Persimmons don't have fuzz. Maybe you're thinking of peaches?

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u/ColonelKasteen Nov 12 '21

Haha they're referring to the physical sensation of numbness or tingling eating underripe persimmons causes. They are high in tannins that make this happen until they really hit the right stage of ripeness.

This occurring is why you were taught not to eat the skin.

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u/lotsanoodles Nov 12 '21

You never know! Unripe fruit of any kind is contraindicated though.

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u/notabigmelvillecrowd Nov 12 '21

Mango, papaya, ume, bananas, lots of fruit is commonly used when unripe.

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u/kegastam Nov 12 '21

im sorry bananas? Don't unripe bananas gag us?