9 Foods You May Be Storing Wrong 

DISCOVER

Bananas

Store bananas at room temperature until ripe, then refrigerate to extend their shelf life.

Bread

Keep bread in a cool, dry place or freeze it to maintain freshness and prevent mold.

Potatoes

Store potatoes in a cool, dark, and well-ventilated space to prevent sprouting and spoilage.

Tomatoes

Avoid refrigerating tomatoes as it can affect their flavor and texture; store them at room temperature instead.

Avocados

To ripen avocados faster, place them in a paper bag with a banana or apple. Once ripe, store in the refrigerator to slow down the ripening process.

Onions

Keep onions in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from other produce to prevent them from sprouting or rotting.

Herbs

Store fresh herbs like cilantro and parsley in a jar of water, like flowers, and cover them with a plastic bag in the refrigerator.

Berries

Avoid washing berries until you're ready to consume them; store them in a single layer in a breathable container in the refrigerator.

Nuts

To maintain their freshness and prevent them from going rancid, store nuts in an airtight container in a cool, dark place or the refrigerator.