8 foods that should not be stored in the refrigerator
Many people think that keeping food in a cold environment keeps it fresher. However, for some foods, this is a misconception.
According to family nutritionist Fausta Akech of the companyHealthy U,Although some foods should be stored in the refrigerator such as dairy products, citrus fruits to keep longer... but there are also foods that should not be stored in such low temperature and humid environment.
Ms. Akech also said that for eggs, we should store them in the refrigerator because eggs need a constant, stable temperature. However, after being refrigerated, eggs need to be kept at that temperature for a long time because if left at room temperature, they can become damp, creating conditions for bacteria to grow and spoil the eggs.
The following 8 foods are not recommended to be stored in a cold environment because it will affect nutrients as well as health.
Watermelon
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Once the melon has been cut into sections, you should store them in the refrigerator. Photo:Monitor |
If the watermelon is whole, it is best to store it at room temperature. This will help the watermelon retain its antioxidants. Storing this food will cause it to lose its original nutritional value.
However, once the melon has been cut into sections, you should store them in the refrigerator and wrap them tightly so that the melon does not absorb the smell of other foods.
Pumpkin
When stored in the refrigerator, pumpkins will accumulate more moisture and are more susceptible to rotting. It is important to keep pumpkins in a cool, but also dry place. To keep pumpkins longer, place them on cardboard and store them in a corner of the kitchen or basement.
Tomato
Storing tomatoes in the refrigerator will damage the inner membrane of the tomato, changing its flavor. Usually, refrigerated tomatoes will be bland and not ripen evenly. Therefore, keep them in a cool, dry place, and as the tomatoes ripen, their flavor will also increase.
“Storing tomatoes in the refrigerator will cause them to lose nutrients and flavor, making them lose their original nutritional value,” Akech added.
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Storing tomatoes in the refrigerator will cause tomatoes to lose all their nutrients. Photo:ShutterStock |
Bread
Bread is a common food that is often stored incorrectly - in the fridge. Some people think that room temperature will dry out bread, but in fact, keeping bread in the fridge will dry it out and make it tough more quickly.
Potato
Potatoes should be stored in a cool, dry place such as a pantry. Storing potatoes in the refrigerator will convert the starch in the potatoes into sugar, making the potatoes taste sweet and change color after cooking. In addition, potatoes stored in the refrigerator often become mushy, rough and lose nutrients in the starch. At the same time, you should not wash potatoes before storing because moisture will make them spoil faster.
Apple
Too cool temperatures and high humidity will cause apples to ripen faster, so store them at room temperature.
Banana
If your bananas are not fully ripe, you should not put them in the refrigerator because the cold temperature will make them mushy and brown. However, ripe bananas can be put in the refrigerator without worrying about spoiling.
Avocado
Store avocados in open paper bags and out of the refrigerator because cold temperatures will hinder the ripening process.
Garlic and onion
These two foods should be stored in a cool, dry place because storing them in the refrigerator will cause them to sprout or shrivel, or even spoil.
Coffee
The best way to store coffee beans is in an airtight container at room temperature. Refrigerating them will cause them to lose their flavor and even condense moisture, which can spoil the coffee.
