Keep food fresh longer and waste less with these proven methods.
01
Wrap Banana Stems
Cover stems to slow ripening.
📅 3–5 days longer💰 Less waste
How it works: Limits ethylene spread.
02
Herbs In Jar With Water
Store parsley/cilantro like flowers in the fridge.
📅 2× longer🌿 Fresher
How it works: Stems stay hydrated; leaves breathe.
03
Paper Towel In Greens
Absorb moisture to prevent soggy leaves.
📅 2× shelf life🥗 Crisp greens
How it works: Low humidity slows decay.
04
Freeze Bread Sliced
Toast slices straight from the freezer.
📦 Zero waste⏱️ Instant toast
How it works: Thin slices thaw fast.
05
Tomatoes Stem-Down
Keep at room temp, stem-side down.
🍅 Better flavor📅 Longer life
How it works: Reduces moisture loss and air entry.
06
Separate Potatoes/Onions
Store away from each other.
📅 Less sprouting🥔 Fewer losses
How it works: Different gases/humidity accelerate spoilage together.
07
Mushrooms In Paper
Skip plastic; use a paper bag.
🍄 Drier📅 Lasts longer
How it works: Paper lets moisture escape.
08
Vinegar Wash Berries
Rinse 1:3 vinegar:water; dry well.
📅 2× longer🍓 Less mold
How it works: Acid discourages mold growth.
09
Cheese In Parchment
Wrap to let it breathe, not sweat.
🧀 Better texture📅 Longer life
How it works: Proper humidity control.
10
Freeze Herbs In Oil
Olive oil cubes for instant cooking.
⏱️ 5 min saved🌿 Fresh flavor
How it works: Oil protects flavors from freezer burn.
11
Celery In Foil
Wrap tightly to keep crisp.
📅 +1–2 weeks🥬 Crunchy
How it works: Foil regulates moisture.
12
Ripen Avocados With Apples
Bag avocados with an apple or banana.
⏱️ Faster ripening🥑 On schedule
How it works: Ethylene from apples accelerates ripening.
13
Shallow Leftover Containers
Cool food quicker and safer.
🧊 Safe cooling⏱️ Faster
How it works: More surface area sheds heat.
14
Keep Freezer 70%+ Full
Stays colder and more efficient.
❄️ Stable temps⚡ Energy saved
How it works: Thermal mass buffers openings.
15
FIFO Labeling
Use First-In-First-Out with dates.
♻️ Less waste🗂️ Organized
How it works: Labels surface what to use next.
16
Airtight For Crunch
Store snacks in airtight jars.
🥨 Stays crisp📅 Longer
How it works: Blocks ambient humidity.
17
Coffee: Cool, Dark, Airtight
Freeze long-term in sealed bags.
☕ Fresher📅 Longer
How it works: Limits oxygen, light, heat.
18
Baking Soda In Fridge
Absorb odors to keep foods tasting right.
👃 Fresher fridge💵 Cheap
How it works: Sodium bicarbonate neutralizes acids.
19
Carrots In Water
Keep peeled carrots submerged for snap.
🥕 Crisp📅 Longer life
How it works: Water prevents drying.
20
Scallions Regrow In Water
Keep roots in water; harvest tops repeatedly.
♻️ Regrows💰 Saves
How it works: Root energy fuels new growth.