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What we do

At Freshly Informed, we help you make the most of your food by providing clear, research-backed guidance on storage durations, best storage practices, spoilage signs, and the ideal containers to maximize freshness. Our goal is to help you prevent waste, save money, and keep your food safe for as long as possible. Whether you’re wondering how long something lasts, how to store it properly, or how to tell if it’s gone bad, we’ve got the answers you need—all in one place.

How it works

Finding the food storage and freshness information you need is quick and easy with Freshly Informed. Whether you’re looking for the best way to store a specific ingredient or want to browse general food safety tips, we’ve designed our website to be simple and user-friendly.

Search by Food 🔍

If you have a specific food in mind, just use the search bar on our homepage. Type in the name of the item—whether it’s “milk,” “strawberries,” or “greek yogurt“—and you’ll instantly find detailed information on:
✅ How long it lasts in different storage conditions (fridge, freezer, pantry)
✅ Best storage methods to maximize freshness
✅ Signs of spoilage to know when it’s gone bad
✅ The best containers for extending shelf life

Browse by Category 📂

Not sure what you’re looking for? You can browse popular categories like:
🥛 Dairy – Storage tips for milk, cheese, yogurt, butter, and more
🥩 Meat – How long raw and cooked meats last, plus the best ways to store them
🍓 Fruits – How to keep berries, citrus, and other fruits fresh longer
🥕 Vegetables – The best storage methods to prevent wilting and spoilage

No matter how you choose to explore, Freshly Informed makes it easy to find reliable, research-backed answers to keep your food fresh, safe, and waste-free.

Featured Categories

  • A glass bottle of milk splashing on a table, representing milk freshness and storage

    Milk

  • a glass of almond milk next to almonds on a table

    Almond Milk

  • a glass of oat milk on a wooden table next to oats

    Oat Milk

  • a bowl of whipped cream on a table with a whisk

    Cream

  • Cheddar Cheese

  • Mozzarella Cheese

  • Brie

  • Blue Cheese

  • Greek Yogurt

  • Sour Cream

  • Buttermilk

  • Kefir

  • Ground Beef

  • Steak

  • Beef Roast

  • Ribs

  • Chicken Breast

  • Chicken Thighs

  • Chicken Drumsticks

  • Whole Chicken

  • Salmon

  • Tuna

  • Cod

  • Tilapia

Why trust us?

At Freshly Informed, we rely on scientific data, not opinions. All our information is sourced from trusted authorities like the USDA, FDA, and other research-backed sources. We don’t make subjective claims—we simply take the best available data on food storage, spoilage, and safety and present it in a clear, accessible, and easy-to-understand format. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions with accurate, science-backed guidance you can rely on.