I believe that everyone has a refrigerator at home. Especially in the summer, the refrigerator becomes even more important. It is actually the dirtiest place in the house, which is hard to understand. How can we clean the refrigerator properly? Experts point out that the interior of the refrigerator is prone to bacteria breeding and odor in the summer, so regular disinfection and cleaning as well as having refrigerator deodorizers are necessary to effectively eliminate odors. Below, I will teach you some tips for cleaning the refrigerator.
Good habits are the foundation of a clean refrigerator
In addition to using safe and reliable refrigerator deodorizers, experts also recommend developing good habits, especially good refrigerator usage habits. For example, leaving spoiled cooked food in the refrigerator, or putting vegetables or raw meat in the refrigerator without wrapping them, these bad habits can cause odor and bacteria in the refrigerator.
Experts suggest paying attention to the following details when using the refrigerator daily. First, after buying fruits and vegetables, sort and process them before putting them into the refrigerator. "First, sort out which vegetables are not suitable for refrigeration. Radishes, potatoes, carrots, etc., as well as leafy vegetables such as rapeseed and celery, need to be sorted out. Because these vegetables usually have soil on them, putting them directly into the refrigerator will contaminate the environment. In terms of the nutrition and preservation of vegetables themselves, they should not be stored in the refrigerator. For example, putting small rapeseed in the refrigerator will not only cause the leaves to rot faster, but also may generate nitrites due to the action of enzymes and bacteria."
Secondly, wash raw meat before storing it. "After buying fresh meat, it is best to rinse it with clean water first, remove the dirt and other impurities, and then let it air dry before putting it into a fresh-keeping box or bag and storing it in the freezer." At the same time, the refrigerator should be managed in different zones. In order to keep the refrigerator clean and organized, food must be stored in different zones. "In the refrigeration compartment, place fruits and vegetables at the bottom, cooked meat and dairy products at the top, and leftover dishes and rice in the middle. Leftover dishes and rice are the biggest killers of the refrigerator environment. Before putting them in, pay attention to put dishes with soup in a deep bowl to avoid leakage of soup. Leafy vegetables should not be kept overnight. Once dairy products or sauces are opened, the bottle should be tightly closed when stored." Experts also pointed out that when using the refrigerator, it is best to use storage boxes and bags. Different types of food should be placed in separate bags to avoid cross-contamination. The storage time of food in the refrigerator is also limited. Cooked food can be kept longer, while raw food should be consumed within a shorter time to avoid spoilage, which can also cause pollution to the refrigerator.
Clean the refrigerator thoroughly once a week
Experts point out that the low temperature of the refrigerator cannot completely freeze bacteria, but only slows down their growth. During the freezing process, some psychrophilic bacteria with strong freezing resistance can survive in an environment at around 0°C. The most common psychrophilic bacteria are Yersinia and Listeria, with Yersinia causing various diseases, the most common being enterocolitis. Therefore, even if a drop of food juice falls on the refrigerator, it should be wiped off immediately, because in the freezing environment, the food juice will quickly harden and become difficult to clean, and it will also breed bacteria. In addition to regular cleaning, it is also necessary to have refrigerator deodorizers ready and do a thorough cleaning of the refrigerator once a week.
When cleaning the refrigerator, first disconnect the power supply and use a dry cloth to gently wipe it. For more dirty areas, a cloth dipped in detergent can be used for wiping. The interior of the refrigerator can also be wiped with boric acid or disinfectant wipes. Wiping the refrigerator with boric acid can easily remove frost. Glycerin can also be used to wipe the interior of the refrigerator, which can form a thin protective film, making it easy to wipe off milk or food residue. Shelves and other containers should be taken out and rinsed with water. The rubber seal on the refrigerator door should not be ignored and should be wiped clean.
In addition, the refrigerator should have refrigerator deodorizers ready. Many people think that placing fruit peels in the refrigerator can eliminate odors and maintain a good environment inside the refrigerator. However, fruit peels and tea leaves placed in the refrigerator can also be invaded by bacteria over time and become a breeding ground for bacteria. Therefore, it is more reliable to have refrigerator deodorizers that can absorb odors and have antibacterial functions.
It is understood that the Xilan refrigerator deodorizer uses internationally recognized high-efficiency adsorbent material - activated carbon as the main component. The Xilan refrigerator deodorizer is made from 100% pure natural bamboo charcoal, without any chemical deodorizers, which will not cause secondary pollution. The Xilan refrigerator deodorizer series selects high-quality adult bamboo grown in high mountains. This type of bamboo needs to be calcined at high temperatures. Compared with ordinary bamboo charcoal, calcining at high temperatures can make the charcoal dense with more pores, non-toxic, odorless, and without side effects. The concentrated minerals in the bamboo charcoal are three times that of ordinary charcoal, and its adsorption capacity is much higher than that of charcoal. It can effectively absorb odors, bacteria, and moisture in the refrigerator, and protect the daily environment inside the refrigerator.
