Ever wondered why your potatoes start sprouting faster than expected or why some fruits seem to ripen almost overnight? Sometimes, the problem isn’t the quality of the groceries you bring home but where you put them after unpacking. A kitchen may look organised, with everything neatly arranged in baskets, jars and refrigerator compartments, but certain food items don’t really get along when stored too close to each other. Some release gases that speed up ripening, while others can transfer moisture or create food safety risks. Here are five kitchen storage combinations worth keeping separate.

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