Get rid of those expired foodsand those unpleasant odors.
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Of all the places you declutter around your home, you may be forgetting your fridge.
So, it pays off to clean out your fridge on a regular basis.
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Ready to declutter your fridge?
Here’s what you should toss right now.
Expired Foods
Theres absolutely no reason to keep expired food.
Robin advises starting with dairy products such as milk, yogurt, and cheese.
Then, toss those leftovers from last week, she adds.
Lastly, open up the fruit and veggie bins.
Get rid of produce thats wilted, slimy, or beyond saving, Robin says.
Keep in mind that you shouldnt wait until all your fresh foods are spoiled to do this.
We all make mistakes, but theres no reason to keep condiments youll never use.
We all have that one bottle of obscure sauce we thought wed use but never did, Robin says.
If the answer is no, its time to let it go, she explains.
Theyre easier to see and grab, Robin says.
Foods You Didnt Like
Bought a trendy new snack or health food that didnt hit the mark?
Dont let it sit there taking up space.
If youre not going to eat it, its time to toss it, explains Robin.
Its okaysometimes we buy foods we dont like.
Dont get mad at yourself.
Just throw it out and dont make the same mistake twice.
Those things need to go.
“Dont risk it.
To avoid this problem in the future, Robin says to use clear, labeled containers for leftovers.
That bin that doesnt quite fit or the lid thats always falling off?
Its not helping your fridge stay organized, explains Robin.
Invest in modular containers designed for fridge storage.
Theyll make your space more efficient and visually pleasing.
Do you have three open jars of the same salsa or multiple half-empty bottles of salad dressing?”
“Consolidate or toss duplicates.
But that box doesnt last forever.
If youve noticed some odor issues, its probably time to buy a new box.
