Keep These Foods Out Of Your Fridge
Do you ever open your refrigerator and feel stressed by the cluttered shelves and drawers? Even after clearing out the stuff that went bad from the week before, it can be hard to find a place for the new stuff. It usually ends up with us shoving stuff wherever there's a space to fit it. We're mindlessly stuffing our groceries into cooler temperatures without a second thought!
Have you ever stopped and thought about what stuff actually goes into the fridge? Turns out, a lot of the stuff you keep in your fridge is perfectly fine to sit out on the counter or stored away in your pantry. The fridge may actually cause the items to ruin faster! The truth of the matter is that we should all pay more attention to where we're storing our favorite food items.
There have been many debates about what does and doesn’t belong in your refrigerator, but here are the items that can be moved from the refrigerator shelves to the pantry. Not only will your fridge be decluttered (hello, free space!), but your groceries will taste significantly better when stored correctly. Here's a list of foods that don't need to be refrigerated.
Disclaimer: The information in this content is for general informational purposes only, not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor before making any changes to your lifestyle.
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