It is better to store raw meat on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator, and dairy products on the top.
Candidate of Chemical Sciences Alexey Panov spoke about these and other rules for storing food in the refrigerator.
The scientist’s recommendations are cited by Life.ru.
How to Properly Store Food in the Refrigerator
The lowest temperature – from 0 to -2 degrees – is on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator.
It is recommended to store raw meat/fish, as well as prepared meals in large containers here.
On the middle shelf of the refrigerator the temperature fluctuates between 0 and +2 degrees.
This shelf is suitable for storing prepared meals, eggs, sausages, and hot dogs.
On the top shelf of the refrigerator the temperature is +2-4 degrees.
Dairy products, jellied meats, and open cans of preserves should be stored here.
The warmest part of the refrigerator is the door. The temperature here is +5-7 degrees.
The door is designed for storing products with a long shelf life – oils, sauces, drinks, cheeses.
As for the drawers, it is recommended to store vegetables and fruits in them.
