Paying attention to the food items you have in your pantry is always best practice. If you’re a homemaker, it’s important to ensure you’ve stocked up on enough food for your whole family. This will be helpful for emergencies and can also help your household save money as it lessens unnecessary grocery runs.

Still, there’s a dilemma that many faces. For those who have yet to buy a newer and more efficient refrigerator, storage can be a problem. Keeping fruits and veggies fresh for longer can be a challenge. This is why it’s a must to be aware of what you have in stock. By knowing which food can go bad quickly, you'll know what food to consume first. 

Berries

This superfood becomes moldy after one day of being out of the fridge. Berries are highly perishable and must be consumed as soon as possible. You can store this delicious snack in your fridge and keep it fresh for about 8 days. Afterwards, be on the lookout for icky mold. As soon as you see signs of molding, toss them out.

Hummus

A great Middle Eastern recipe, hummus is made from chickpeas. While this delicious dish is a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins, it’s highly perishable if not stored properly. Leaving it on the counter for an hour or two can result in spoilage.

Yogurt

Unless you have a need for larger amounts of yogurt, buy ones in smaller packaging. This is one of the dairy products that you should handle correctly as it spoils so easily. Despite it containing yeast and good bacteria, it can still be a host to other bacteria once opened and left for long.

Fish

Fish is one of the most vulnerable to spoilage. Once cooked, it’s advised to consume immediately. It is said that fish has adapted well to colder temperatures that even refrigeration isn’t enough to stop it from spoiling fast. So as soon as you buy fish, make sure to serve it within two days for maximum freshness.

Part of living a healthy lifestyle is keeping an eye out on what you eat. Not only do you have to ensure it’s nutritious, but also edible. 

Beko has recently launched a new feature for its fridge and freezers. It has included its new HarvestFresh technology. This innovation simulates the sun’s 24 hour sun cycle with its advanced 3-color light technology, replicating your stored produce’s natural environment. With this in mind, buying a refrigerator that can help preserve nutrients and vitamins in your food is your best move for a healthier lifestyle.