Stockpiling groceries can feel smart—until your freezer fails or that bulk bread molds in weeks. Many commonly stashed items are actually not safe to stockpile long-term. These foods spoil, degrade, or lose nutrition far faster than advertised, especially without refrigeration or proper packaging. Whether you’re prepping for emergencies or just buying in bulk, it’s critical…
If you’ve ever grabbed a container of pre-cut fruit from your local grocery store, you know how convenient it is—no peeling, slicing, or sticky fingers required. But have you ever wondered how those perfectly cut pieces stay so fresh and vibrant, even after sitting on the shelf for days? The answer might surprise you: Many…
Do you often wonder if the products in your refrigerator are still fresh, or if the can of food you “forgot” in the back of your cupboard is still good? Or, do you wonder if you should buy the last ten cans of almost free soup at your stores’ clearance sale? If so, here are…
It is hard to believe, but Labor Day arrives next Monday, bringing the summer grocery sales to a close. Stores have been working for weeks to clear shelves of seasonal items like inflatable wading pools and beach balls to make room for the upcoming Fall and Winter holiday items. It may be less obvious, but…
Summer is almost here, and with it an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables. Farmer’s Markets, local coops, or even supermarkets will offer a variety of seemingly fresh, fragrant, richly colored produce. Berries, melons, tomatoes…some organic, some conventionally grown, some freshly picked and some artificially ripened. As consumers, we will probably fill our shopping baskets,…