Milk is one of those products that requires special care when storing.
Surprisingly, the place where milk is most often stored in the refrigerator may not be the safest.
Temperature fluctuations
One of the main reasons why it is not recommended to store milk on the refrigerator door is frequent temperature fluctuations.
Each time the door is opened, the temperature in this area changes significantly. This creates unfavorable conditions for storing milk, as frequent temperature changes accelerate the process of bacterial reproduction.
Because of this, the milk will spoil much faster than if it were stored on a colder shelf inside the refrigerator.
Problem with tightness
Another factor that affects the shelf life of milk when stored on the refrigerator door is incomplete sealing. Frequent opening and closing of the door allows warm air to enter the refrigerator.
Such temperature changes are felt especially strongly on the door, which can negatively affect the tightness of the milk packaging. As a result, the tightness of the lid may be disrupted, which will lead to the ingress of microbes and deterioration of the product quality.
Optimal storage conditions for milk
To keep milk fresh for as long as possible, it is best stored on a shelf inside the refrigerator, preferably in the back where the temperature is most stable.
It is important to ensure that the packaging is tightly sealed and not exposed to frequent temperature changes.
