Fruits, vegetables, and bread are mostly stored in the refrigerator. Some people also keep sauces and canned goods stored inside it. While storing food this way helps it last longer, it can also be harmful to health.
So, to help you stay healthy, we want to show you which foods should be stored in the refrigerator and which foods should be exposed directly to sunlight.
Foods that should be stored in the pantry and kept away from direct sunlight
After buying bread, people usually just keep it in its crinkly plastic bag. Storing it this way blocks airflow, so after about 2 days, the bread tends to go moldy. However, if you store it in the refrigerator, it will absorb unwanted odors as well.
If you keep chocolate in the refrigerator, the temperature changes will alter its flavor. So it should be kept in a dark place without exposure to light.
If you keep honey in the refrigerator, it will crystallize and lose its beneficial properties.
Olive oil should be kept at a temperature equal to normal room temperature outside, as the cold temperature of the refrigerator will cause white specks to form in the oil.
Onions should be kept in a cool, dry place. For example, put them in a box or basket and store them in the pantry.
Foods that should be kept on the dining table or a shelf
Oranges, avocados, cucumbers, tomatoes, and eggplants should be kept on a table or shelf. However, direct exposure to sunlight should be avoided. Storing them in the refrigerator can also cause them to lose their nutrients.
Foods that should be stored in the refrigerator
Foods like eggs, wheat, peanuts, and Chinese celery are best stored in the refrigerator. Although Chinese celery should be stored in the refrigerator, its relative, coriander (cilantro), should not be put in the refrigerator.
Source: Brightside.me
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