An open, well-organized double-door refrigerator filled with fresh groceries. The shelves contain various vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, and lettuce, alongside eggs, milk, yogurt, and prepared containers. The lighting is bright, highlighting a clean and stocked kitchen interior.

How can we ensure our food lasts longer in the fridge? University of Georgia Center for Food Safety Carla Schwan recommends a combination of storing your most sturdy fresh produce items for later, using the more perishable ones sooner and proper humidity settings. Learn more about the recommendations from Dr. Schwan and other experts by reading the article: How to Make Food Last Longer in Your Fridge, According to Experts.

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Carla Luisa Schwan

Carla Luisa Schwan

Assistant Professor

Family & Consumer Sciences

208 Hoke Smith Annex

Athens, GA 30602