Giving your home a deep cleaning is a great way to start
fresh and ring in the warmer weather. While you are scrubbing floors and
clearing out the dust bunnies, don’t forget one very important area in your
home: the pantry. There may be food in your pantry, or refrigerator that should
have been tossed long ago. Here are some
tips on how to give your pantry a thorough cleaning:
1. Check Expiration
Dates.
Take the time to look at every item and toss everything that
has expired. You will be surprised how often your pantry is cluttered with
items that have passed their expiration date. The same is true for items in
your fridge.
2. Get Rid of Junk
Food.
Spring cleaning is not only a great time to clean your home,
but it is also a great time to take stock of your health. Getting the junk food
out of your home removes the temptation to eat these foods as often. Consider
throwing out all sodas and sugary beverages that offer little to no nutritional
value.
3. Clean!
It is important that the spaces where you keep your food are
sanitary. Remove all food items from your pantry and fridge and give them a
deep clean. Be cautious about what kind of cleaners you use. Avoid strong
chemical cleaners and opt for more natural cleaners that will not be harmful to
your food.
4. Restock.
Now that you have gotten rid of all the expired items and
junk foods, it is time to restock your pantry with new and healthy foods. Take
time to consider what meals you would like to prepare in the near future, and
make a grocery list for the items required. Stock your fridge with fresh fruits
and vegetables, or even leave them out in a fruit bowl where you can see them.
5. Organize.
To keep your pantry or fridge from becoming cluttered again,
designate areas for certain groups of foods (such as canned foods, cereals,
spices, etc). Try using the “first in,
first out” method, when possible, to reduce food waste. Organize your items in
a way that will allow easy access to the foods you use most often.
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