Expiry dates and best&#x2d;before labels are confusing. Learn how to read them to avoid wasting tons of food.

What Expiry And Best&#x2d;Before Dates *Really* Mean

Because wasting food (or getting food poisoning) is never cool.

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Instead of just tossing your fruits and veggies into your fridge, use your crisper drawers to keep your produce fresh. More at Chatelaine.com.

What To Store In Refrigerator Crisper Drawers

Those mysterious crisper drawers have a very real use. Here’s how to make the most of them.

The *Right* Way To Store Produce In Your Refrigerator’s Crisper Drawers

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Is your fruit a day or two past its prime? Don't throw it away! From sorbets to muffins and smoothies, here are just a few ways to use your overripe fruit.

9 Delicious Ways To Use Up Overripe Fruit

9 Ways To Use Up Overripe Fruit

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Prevent staleness, mould and the dreaded rubbery crust with simple tips. From refrigerating to freezing find everything you need to know.

5 Best Tips For Keeping Bread Fresh For Longer

5 Ways To Keep Your Bread Fresh

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Avoid food waste and ruined meals by making sure your groceries are not compromised by your storage habits. Here are 10 foods that everyone should refrigerate after opening, at Chatelaine.com

10 Foods To Refrigerate After Opening To Maximize Shelf Life

Plus, a life-changing hack for storing natural peanut butter.

10 Surprising Foods You Need To Start Refrigerating ASAP

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What Expiry Dates And Best-Before Dates Really Mean

The Right Way To Store Produce In Your Refrigerator’s Crisper Drawers

9 Ways To Use Up Overripe Fruit

5 Ways To Keep Your Bread Fresh

10 Surprising Foods You Need To Start Refrigerating ASAP