You cut open a watermelon and saw cracks? Stop eating it immediately! Here’s what it means!

•  Sour or strange smell
•  Slimy or mushy texture
•  Fermented or fizzy taste
•  Mold or unusual discoloration:

 If none of these are present, it’s safe to eat.

 So Is It Safe?

 YES — if it smells fresh, looks normal (aside from cracks), and tastes sweet.
 NO — only if there are clear signs of spoilage.

 Pro Tip

Cracked watermelons may actually be: