The danger of storing this in the refrigerator: a common habit that can affect your health

Many people think that storing potatoes in the  refrigerator is a perfect way to maintain them fresher for longer. However, this seemingly harmless habit can have terrible health consequences if they are then cooked in certain ways. In this article, we share why you shouldn’t store potatoes in the  refrigerator, what occurs chemically, and the best way to store them to avoid risks.

What occus when we store potatoes in the refrigerator?

When potatoes are stored at low temperatures, such as in a refrigerator (between 4°C and 7°C), a phenomenon known as “chill sweetening” happens. This process transforms the natural starch in potatoes into simple sugars, primarily glucose and fructose, through the action of specific enzymes.

Although this change may be harmless, and may even enhance the sweet taste of the potato, the problem arises when they are cooked at high temperatures, especially when frying.

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