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January 22, 2010

Clean out your fridge

By Kashi Read more daily challenge, home life, and organizing
Challenge Yourself for: 24 Hours

Refrigerators have a way of collecting stuff that doesn’t get eaten. It’s important to remember that most foods have a shelf life even if they seem to last longer. This is especially true of condiments, which often spend far more time in your refrigerator than they should.

Today, spend a little time reading the labels on the foods and condiments in your fridge. Then, clear out the old stuff to make room for fresher, healthier foods.

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  1. User_48
    samsed commented on this. about 3 years ago

    Today i replaced my Beef and Pork products with fish and chicken. Thats got to be worth something.

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    frenchied7 commented on this. about 3 years ago

    I got rid of anything expired and also got rid of some bad for you snacks. It felt great!

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    canipejak commented on this. about 3 years ago

    Restocked my fridge with more vegetables and more fruit.

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    organicfarmer2 commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I cleaned out my frid and replaced all non organic foods with organic.

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    Moody58 commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I keep my fridge cleaned out on a regular basis. I cook as close as I can for two people but if there is any leftovers we use them the next day.

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    kg34 commented on this. over 3 years ago

    Cleaned out the condiments and have picked up fresher items to restock that have less processed sugars, lower fat content, and are more natural/healthy for myself and my family.

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    Campinggrandma commented on this. over 3 years ago

    Cleaned out the frig and now have room for the healthier foods…

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    lexy15 commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I just cleaned out my frig and added: spinach leaves, edamane (soy beans) and in the freezer boca burgers yummy! My sister introduced all these to me and I’m glad she did! So, yes I gained points and loving care to my diet! Lexy 15

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    amberlynnstaats commented on this. over 3 years ago

    Today I went grocery shopping and bought some healthy new foods. I am cleaning out my fridge. Out with the old, in with the new.

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    gotstuck222 commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I clean out the fridge every weekend when I get groceries. We eat left overs every other day to make sure that there are not too many left overs by the end of the week.

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    naturegazer commented on this. over 3 years ago

    Both fridges are clean…now if I can only get the main fridge out of living room and into the kitchen…renovation fun

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    martyann commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I spent alot of time today cleaning my fridge! Found a jar of gazpacho that was dated July 09…thats not happening again. Now my fridge looks beautiful and shiny!

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    KimmieDD commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I have to keep my refrigerator cleaned out to make room for fresher foods. With more people in the house, it helps.

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    CharlieDukes commented on this. over 3 years ago

    Hi Kashi Community! I NEVER join communities (2 busy), and only visited this site because my 10 year old and I recently bought a Kashi Chicken Rustico sandwich, which was on sale for close-out at our Giant. It was fabulous and since we both loved it I visited this site today to find out where we can get more. Unfortunately, we’re busted and sad! We should have bought ALL the sandwiches right then (untested and untasted!) Why? NO stores near us listed on this site, but coincidentally I cleaned out my fridge and cabinets this morning and then read the site’s challenge and realized that aside from the love of kashi chicken rustico, we have much in common! Woo-hoo – we’re in our first community! Enjoy this day! Sincerely, Taylor’s Mom, Ms. Charlie. :)

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    RRRaines commented on this. over 3 years ago

    pleasantly suprised.

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    rondel commented on this. over 3 years ago

    i am really amazed at all the expired stuff that was hiding in my fridge!

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    dasors4 commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I switched to Kashi Go Lean about a year ago as part of my diet change, eating it for breakfast and lunch and the pounds just melted awat.I’ve lost 30 lbs total.I love this cereal! I have it with milk for breafast and a light yogurt anf freash fruit for lunch. It never gets old!!

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    brwnigrl18 commented on this. over 3 years ago

    This is a great challenge to start with and long over due. Thanks Kashi for the jump start!

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    mhcapple commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I’m constantly checking dates on the condiments, it’s my leftovers and such that gets pushed to the back of the fridge.

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    SYCrocker commented on this. over 3 years ago

    Didn’t realize jarred items contained so much sodium

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    Cheyenna commented on this. over 3 years ago

    I try to clean my refrigerator weekly, however, I don’t look at the condiments, so I finally went thru them and only two were past there dates, but I’m glad I looked and replaced them with newer, fresher ones.

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    Aimee_Aken commented on this. almost 5 years ago

    My fridge is always organized and clean! Makes for a happy Mom & family! :D

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    Katrinia17 commented on this. about 5 years ago

    I not only cleaned out my fridge but also filled it back up with healthier items!

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    pframe commented on this. over 5 years ago

    I did this and was amazed at the amount of old condiments i had in the fridge. Shameful waste – but at least the packaging was recycled!

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    jaycock commented on this. over 5 years ago

    I try to do this once a week on trash day … but I”ll have to check the condiments – they might be due for a little clean up.

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      rach1960 almost 3 years ago

      This is a weekly event at my house..

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