michael s
(Michael S)
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bagged.
How to store: Outside of the fridge, in a cool, dark place separated from
onions, potatoes will last for months. Sweet potatoes, however, should
be used within a week.
RASPBERRIES
What’s inside: More fiber (8 grams per cup) than any other commonly
consumed berry, plus the anticancer chemical ellagic acid.
Look for: Plump and dry berries, with good shape and intense, uniform
color. Examine the container carefully for mold or juice stains at the
bottom. Raspberries with hulls attached are a sign of an underripe,
overly tart berry.
How to store: Place highly perishable raspberries, unwashed, on a paper
towel in a single layer. Cover with a damp paper towel and refrigerate
for no more than 2 to 3 days.
SPINACH
What’s inside: Chromium, which is involved in carbohydrate and fat
metabolism and may reduce hunger and food intake.
Look for: Opt for bunches with leaves that are crisp and verdant green,
with no spots, yellowing, or limpness. Thin stems are best, as thick ones
are a sign of more bitter, overgrown leaves.
How to store: Pack unwashed spinach bunches loosely in plastic bags and
store in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.
STRAWBERRIES
What’s inside: The most vitamin C of any of the commonly consumed
berries.
Look for: Seek out unblemished berries where the bright red color extends
all the way to the stem. Good berries should have a strong fruity smell
and be neither soft and mushy nor hard and firm. Smaller strawberries
