Fridge or Not? The Right Way to Store Fruits for Health and Taste

• Learn which fruits belong in the fridge and which thrive at room temperature to preserve their taste and nutrients.
• Apples, grapes, strawberries, blueberries, pomegranates, kiwis, and citrus fruits benefit from refrigeration.
• Bananas, unripe mangoes, papayas, pineapples, watermelons, muskmelons, and lychees are best kept outside until ripe or cut.
• Never wash fruits before storing; moisture accelerates spoilage. Wash only before eating.
• Store fruits in the crisper drawer, use airtight containers for cut fruits, and maintain proper fridge temperature (3-5°C).