With the rising cost of living, people are keen to waste less, ensuring that they use everything they buy in their weekly shop. In order to do this, the fridge needs to be stacked correctly, and the temperatures need to be correct, otherwise, you may notice things going off quicker than they should be.
There are many things that can increase your foo's longevity – from hoovering, yes hoovering, your fridge, to adjusting it, and labelling use-by dates.
Food waste expert Kate Hall, who founded the website The Full Freezer, told the Sun exactly what you need to do to make the most of your food.
If you want your fridge to keep your food fresh, then the temperature is key. The appliance should be kept between one and six degrees, says Kate. If it's colder, it'll freeze, and if it's warmer than that, food risks being spoiled.
Your fridge could be up to 25% more efficient if you hoover any dusty filters found on fridge walls, and the coils at the back. It may sound bizarre, but it's worth it in the long run. Kate also recommends doing a deep clean of your fridge using hot, soapy water, once every three months.
And if you're wondering where to store certain items to make the most of them, Kate has got it covered.
"Pre-cooked meats, deli items, and leftovers sit on the warmer top shelf", she advises.
"Dairy lives in the middle, including milk. The door is too warm and spoils milk faster. And meat at the bottom.
"Store jams, soft cheese, and juice in the door and pop fruit and vegetables in the bottom drawers to shield from odours."
Also, your fridge should never be over 75% full so air can flow through the machine easily, and for the items that are in your fridge, you can make labels for them so you know when they're out of date at a glance.
If your items have excess packaging, it may make more sense to get rid of it for many items, but if it's for preservation purposes, it's best to leave it in the packaging.
Kate also recommended allowing hot food to cool down before placing it in the fridge as it can spread bacteria around your fridge, which may cause unwanted smells and germs.
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