Food waste expert tries viral TikTok ‘hacks’ – to confirm which ones really work [Video]

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Food waste expert addresses TikTok hacks

“I’m a food waste expert – and I’ve tested these TikTok “hacks” so you don’t have to.” Ben Thomas, who is an environment manager at Waitrose, claims not all viral videos are as effective as they might first appear.

While putting kitchen paper in bags of salad to absorb condensation has merit, the most important factor is ventilation. And putting the leaves into a well-ventilated storage container is ideal, to make sure there is sufficient air flow to prolong its life.

Ben also encourages shoppers to buy loose produce where possible – as this can help ensure you use up what you need, and avoid wasting surplus.

And while some content creators swear by washing soft fruits in water with bicarbonate of soda, Ben explained this “hack” could actually shorten the window available to …

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