How to Store Vegetables And Fruit Without Plastic Bags

April 25, 2017March 24, 2026 / Yen-Van Tran / 6 Comments

04.25.2017 0700 When I was growing up, I understood that fruits and vegetables were stored in the refrigerator. As I slowly transitioned to being an adult, I realized that my assumptions were pretty wrong. Living a more zero waste lifestyle makes you more conscientious and aware of your choices as a consumer. Not buying excessive … Continue reading How to Store Vegetables And Fruit Without Plastic Bags

Ethylene Producing Fruits And Vegetables

April 4, 2017August 12, 2018 / Yen-Van Tran / 3 Comments

04.04.2017 0700 Storing fruits and vegetables can be tricky if you have too much and if they're stored incorrectly, the speed of ripening can speed up unnecessarily. It's one lesson I had to take time out to understand when I lived on my own. As some fruits and vegetables ripen, they release ethylene, a gas that can cause … Continue reading Ethylene Producing Fruits And Vegetables