10 Foods With A Surprisingly Short Shelf Life

These are highly perishable and can spoil quickly due to their high water content and delicate skin. Consume within days.

Fresh Berries

Avocados ripen quickly and spoil fast once ripe. Refrigerate them to extend their life by a couple of days.

Avocados

 Bananas have a short shelf life due to their ethylene gas production, which speeds up ripening and spoilage.

Bananas

Lettuce, spinach, and kale wilt and rot rapidly, especially if not stored properly. Consume within a week of purchase.

Leafy Greens

With a high moisture content, mushrooms can become slimy and moldy in just a few days if not stored correctly.

Mushrooms

Tomatoes continue to ripen after harvesting, which can quickly lead to over-ripeness and spoilage.

Tomatoes

Fresh bread, especially without preservatives, can become stale or moldy within a few days, depending on humidity.

Bread

Milk spoils quickly if not stored at a proper, consistent temperature. Always keep it refrigerated and consume it by the date.

Dairy Milk

Cucumbers can quickly become slimy and develop mold due to their high water content. Store in a cool, dry place.

Cucumbers

Cheeses like Brie and goat cheese spoil faster than hard cheeses because of their higher moisture content.

Soft Cheeses

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