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Viral Baking Soda Trick Fails to Prevent Potato Sprouting, Experts Say
A viral baking soda method claims to prevent potato sprouting by storing them in cardboard boxes with soda, but experts say only cool, dark, and ventilated storage truly preserves potatoes. Baking soda may reduce moisture and odors but does not stop sprouting.
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What happened
- 01Viral videos claim baking soda in cardboard boxes prevents potato sprouting for months or a year.
- 02Experts find no scientific proof that baking soda stops potato sprouting.
- 03Baking soda may help absorb moisture and odors but doesn’t prevent sprouting.
- 04Proper storage requires cool, dark, dry, and well-ventilated conditions.
- 05Avoid airtight containers and washing potatoes before storage to reduce rot risk.
- 06The baking soda trick is popular but not professionally recommended for potato preservation.
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