Tag: Plastic bags

According to food scientists, storing grapes correctly can extend their shelf life by up to three weeks. The common assumption that an airtight plastic bag is best is, in fact, a mistake that accelerates spoilage. Grapes, like other produce, require proper ventilation to prevent moisture buildup, which creates the perfect environment for mold to thrive.

Most modern chewing gum contains a proprietary ingredient called 'gum base' that is composed of synthetic plastics, and one of these plastics, polyethylene, is the same material used to manufacture plastic bags. For decades, consumers have been unknowingly chewing on plastic, which has significant environmental consequences.

According to a study on the stability of water-soluble vitamins, high humidity significantly speeds up the degradation process. This critical fact leads many travelers to question: is it okay to put vitamins in plastic bags when traveling, or does it compromise their effectiveness and safety?