Free Your Fridge From Constant Clutter And Odious Odors (NAPSA)—Spoiled food, unidentifiable container contents and pungent odors are among some of the frustrations Americans experience when it comes to their refrigerators. If you are constantly struggling to find space to store new groceries or are always adding more boxes of baking soda to absorb the smell, it may be time to give your refrigerator some much-needed attention. In honor of National Clean Out Your Refrigerator Month this Novem- ber, give your fridge an extreme makeover and learn how to keep it clean and organized year-round. Refrigerators are often overlooked when it comes to cleaning and organizing the home, leaving ample time for food to spoil and cause odors in your kitchen. Clean- ing out the fridge can mean disposing of big bulky containers and rotten food, so you'll need a trash bag that controls odors and stays strong. New Glad ForceFlex Odor Shield kitchen bags are up to the challenge. These new bags combine odor-neutralizing technology with a unique diamond texture that stretches around large and bulky items to prevent rips and tears, making it effortless to rid your refrigerator of unwanted contents. Stock up on Glad ForceFlex Odor Shield kitchen bags at your local grocery or mass-retailer store. In order to keep your refrigerator clutter- and odor-free, follow these tips: Toss anything that has been around longer than one year, regardless of the expiration date. Store leftovers in clear con- tainers, such as GladWare, so you know whatis inside at a glance; label with the date whenpossible. Place tall items in the back of the refrigerator and smaller ones in front so food is not forgotten. _—— 7 { of It’s a cool idea to clean out and reorganize your refrigerator regularly. Group similar items together (fruits in the lower left drawer, beverages on the top shelf, etc.) to find them efficiently. Take inventory of your fridge contents every time you make a grocery list. That way, on a regu- lar basis you'll have a reason to toss out food that’s past its prime. Keep foods tasting like they should by replacing your odorabsorbing box of baking soda every three months and making sure your fridge is set at the optimal temperature to keep food fresh. Maximize space by using square storage containers that fit snugly against each other, instead of round ones. Stacking containers and repackaging bulk items can also make room in an overcrowdedrefrigerator. Keep a supply of Glad ForceFlex Odor Shield bags on hand so you don’t have to wait until next year to “toss it out!” For more information about Glad ForceFlex Odor Shield kitchen bags, visit www.force flex.com.
