Why Keep a Sponge in the Refrigerator: A Solution to One of the Main Problems of Food Storage

02.03.2023 12:13
Updated: 14.04.2023 10:24

Dish sponge - durable polyester fiber that perfectly absorbs moisture.

A sponge is indispensable in the kitchen and bathroom, it helps to deal with stains, dirt and dust and is considered an excellent tool for tidying up the entire house.

Smart housewives have learned to use a sponge not only for washing dishes, it is also useful for other purposes.

Why put a sponge in the refrigerator

It can be placed in the refrigerator to extend the shelf life of food.

As you know, vegetables and fruits cannot be stored in the refrigerator for a long time. Literally in a day or two they begin to spoil due to excess moisture in the unit.

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There are, of course, other reasons for food spoilage, but moisture plays an important role.

During storage, products gradually lose their properties and begin to rot. This is especially true for apples, bananas, tomatoes - all those products that are "short-lived".

To extend the life of food in the refrigerator, you can use a dish sponge.

It is advisable to take a new sponge that has not been used before. If you put the sponge in the refrigerator, or better yet, take several, they will absorb excess moisture.

This will help vegetables and fruits stay fresh longer.

How to use a sponge correctly

The sponges are placed on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator and food products (vegetables and fruits) are placed on them.

In addition, the sponge will help solve another problem - get rid of foreign odors in the refrigerator.

The sponge is stored in the freezer and can then be applied to the bruise to reduce swelling as quickly as possible.

Author: Elena Gutyro Internet resource editor

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  1. Why put a sponge in the refrigerator
  2. How to use a sponge correctly