English – Stay Fresh Longer

How can you prevent wilted lettuce and spoiled fruit?
You can use many products longer if you store them properly. How does that work again?

1. Store potatoes, onions, and tomatoes outside the fridge in a dry, cool place.

2. Keep ethylene-producing products (bananas, avocados, kiwis, tomatoes, melons) away from ethylene-sensitiveitems like apples, broccoli, carrots, and lettuce. Use a separate bag or container.

3. Store unripe bananas outside the fridge. Once ripe, place them in the fridge.

4. Store citrus fruits in a net or plastic bag in the fridge.

5. Wrap celery in aluminum foil before putting it in the fridge.

6. Store carrots, lettuce, or broccoli in separate bags in the fridge. Make sure these vegetables stay dry.

7. Moisture causes mold quickly, so don’t wash strawberries or berries until just before eating.

8. Keep your fridge clean and below 5 degrees Celsius (41°F).

9. Don’t store fruits or vegetables next to a gas stove or oven.

10. Cut fruits and vegetables just before eating to keep them fresher longer.

11. If you store apples and potatoes together, the potatoes will sprout less. Keep bananas far away from all other fruits and vegetables.

12. Use lemon juice to prevent sliced apples and avocados from turning brown.