Tips to keep apples fresh

Summary

• Store apples properly in the refrigerator One of the easiest ways to keep apples fresh is to store them in the refrigerator.
• Keep apples away from some other fruits Apples release a natural gas called ethylene, which can speed up the ripening of certain fruits.
• For this reason it may be helpful to keep apples away from bananas and other fruits that produce ethylene.

AI Generated Summary

Apples are a popular fruit because of their sweet taste and nutritional value. They contain fibre, vitamins and minerals that support overall health.

Apples also contain a type of soluble fibre called pectin which may help support digestion. However if apples are not stored properly they can become soft and lose their freshness.

Store apples properly in the refrigerator

One of the easiest ways to keep apples fresh is to store them in the refrigerator. The fruit drawer is usually a good place for this. Keeping apples slightly apart can help prevent bruising and reduce the chance of one damaged apple affecting others.