Banana Day: Nutritionist reveals trick to help fruit ripen more slowly
Did you buy a bunch of bananas and they quickly started to turn brown ? Bananas ripening quickly is a common problem, especially in high temperatures. If you usually store them in the refrigerator or in a basket outside, know that there are more effective methods to keep the fruit fresh for longer.
A simple trick has gone viral on social media, using a common household item to help your bananas stay fresh longer. The strategy involves wrapping the stems of the fruit in aluminum foil.
Nutritionist Cibele Santos points out that yes, the technique can work. "Wrapping the banana stem with aluminum foil helps reduce the release of ethylene, which can delay ripening. A simple but effective tip."
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Getty ImagesCibele reveals some tips on how to make bananas last longer:
- Separate fruits: Keep bananas away from other fruits, especially those that release ethylene, such as apples and pears. This is because ethylene accelerates ripening.
- Ideal temperature: Store bananas at room temperature. The cold of the refrigerator can darken the skin, but it also slows ripening.
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