Is there a “correct” temperature for refrigerators and freezers? Yep: A fridge temperature of 37° F will keep fresh food good for as long as possible—with no ice crystals on lettuce or bacteria ...

Your fridge and freezer quietly influence how long food stays fresh, even though most people rarely think about their ...

However, the best temperature for food storage is actually a few degrees cooler to prevent bacteria growth. For the safest environment for your food, set the fridge to between 35°F and 38°F.

As energy costs climb and food prices stay high, more households are rethinking how they use their appliances. The ideal temperature settings for your freezer and refrigerator play a crucial role in ...

Food Standards Scotland (FSS) research has revealed high refrigerator temperatures are putting people at increased risk of foodborne illness. Despite the recommended operating temperature being ...

After carefully choosing the freshest produce at the market, people face even more choices with vegetables, fruit, meat and dairy products at home that can help prolong freshness, minimize waste and ...

A study has found more than seven in 10 household refrigerators tested in Wales were operating at higher than the suggested safe temperature. Food safety experts at the ZERO2FIVE Food and Drink ...