Why you shouldn't put a bottle or bag of milk in the refrigerator door: a common mistake housewives make

21.04.2023 14:20

Many people place a carton of milk in the door of their refrigerator.

It would seem that this is the most suitable place to place bottles and bags.

However, experienced housewives always try to place the container with the milk drink on one of the shelves of the refrigerator.

And this approach has a simple explanation: storing a bottle in the door can lead to the milk spoiling quickly.

Refrigerator door: why this place is dangerous for food

This section of the refrigeration unit has a serious drawback - constant temperature fluctuations.

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When the door is opened, the food inside is exposed to heat. After the door is closed, the food and drinks are cooled again.

This contrast has a negative effect on milk. The product starts to spoil faster.

For a similar reason, you should not store eggs in the refrigerator door.

What can be stored in the door

It is clear that we are talking about products that can cope with temperature changes.

You can safely put bottles of mineral water or sweet soda in the door. And also packages of sauces.

By the way, the refrigerator door is a great place to store butter: the product will soften faster.

Author: Kurchev Anton Deputy Editor-in-Chief

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  1. Refrigerator door: why this place is dangerous for food
  2. What can be stored in the door