"Here's the thing: that convenient egg holder built into your refrigerator door? It's actually the worst possible place to store your eggs. I know, I was shocked too. The door is the warmest part of your refrigerator, with temperatures fluctuating wildly every time you open it. Think about how many times you grab milk, condiments, or leftovers throughout the day. Each time, warm air rushes in, hitting those door-stored eggs first. This temperature roller coaster accelerates spoilage and significantly reduces freshness."
"The solution is simple but counterintuitive: ignore that built-in egg holder completely. Instead, keep your eggs in their original carton on a middle or lower shelf toward the back of the fridge, where temperatures remain most stable. Yes, it takes up more shelf space, and yes, it feels wrong to leave that egg holder empty. But your eggs will thank you for it."
Eggs stored in refrigerator doors experience frequent temperature fluctuations because the door is the warmest part and opens repeatedly, which accelerates spoilage and reduces freshness. Storing eggs on a middle or lower shelf toward the back keeps them at more stable temperatures and preserves quality. Keeping eggs in their original carton protects them from absorbing odors and flavors through their porous shells and helps maintain humidity and barrier properties. Transferring eggs to decorative holders or the door removes these protections and exposes eggs to warmer air, increasing the risk of flattening yolks, watery whites, and faster deterioration.
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