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Optimal Milk Storage Tips to Prevent Spoilage
The worst place in the refrigerator to store milk
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Milk spoils due to bacterial growth, primarily from improper storage. To extend freshness, avoid drinking directly from the bottle, keep milk cold, and store it in the back of the refrigerator. Different types of milk have varying shelf lives, with long-life milk lasting the longest.
- 01Milk spoils when bacteria multiply and convert lactose into lactic acid, causing sourness.
- 02Regular pasteurized milk lasts up to 10 days unopened and 3 to 7 days after opening.
- 03Plant-based milks vary in shelf life; chilled versions last 7 to 14 days unopened.
- 04Long-life milk can last 6 to 9 months unopened, but should be consumed within 7 to 10 days after opening.
- 05The back of the refrigerator is the best place to store milk to maintain a stable, cold temperature.
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Milk spoilage is primarily due to bacterial growth, which converts lactose into lactic acid, resulting in sour taste and odor. To prevent spoilage, avoid drinking directly from the bottle and keep milk cold, ideally stored in the back of the refrigerator where temperatures are stable. The shelf life of milk varies: regular pasteurized milk lasts about 10 days unopened and 3 to 7 days once opened, while plant-based alternatives have different durations based on their type and packaging. Long-life milk, which undergoes high-temperature treatment, can last 6 to 9 months unopened and should be consumed within 7 to 10 days after opening. To check if milk is still good, assess its smell, appearance, and perform a simple curdling test in hot water. If any signs of spoilage are present, it’s best to discard the milk.
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Proper milk storage can reduce food waste and save money for households.
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