Tag: Edible snow

A study found that even in remote areas like Antarctica, snow can contain microplastics and other pollutants carried by the wind. This raises a surprisingly complex question for the eco-conscious and snack-lover alike: are snowballs vegetarian, both the dessert kind and the ones from the sky?

According to the Cleveland Clinic, freshly fallen, white snow is the safest to eat, but even then, there are important precautions to take due to atmospheric pollutants and ground contamination. So, is there edible snow? For most, the answer is more complex than a simple yes or no.