Expert Debunks Myth: Storing Garlic, Onion, Ginger in Fridge Accelerates Spoilage

• Professor Syed Zia Ur Rahman clarifies that garlic, ginger, and onion generally do not need refrigeration.
• These items are dry, non-hydrous vegetables with low water content, making them naturally resistant to quick spoilage.
• Refrigeration introduces moisture, causing them to hydrate and accelerating rotting and decay.
• Moist fridge environments promote bacterial and fungal growth, leading to faster spoilage than if kept outside.
• Best storage is an open, dry, and airy place, like a basket or mesh container, to prevent moisture accumulation.

Why It Matters: Store garlic, onion, and ginger in a dry, airy place, not the fridge, to prevent premature spoilage.