Those drawers at the bottom of your refrigerator may seem like convenient places to toss fruits and vegetables, but they do more than keep produce organized. Crisper drawers create a storage environment that can help certain foods stay fresh longer. Many refrigerators have humidity controls that adjust airflow, changing how much moisture stays inside the drawer. Using those settings correctly can help keep leafy greens from wilting and some fruits from spoiling too quickly.
The problem is that the controls are easy to overlook, and the labels can be confusing. A drawer marked “fruit” or “vegetable” may offer a clue, but not every refrigerator uses the same setup. Knowing what high and low humidity actually mean—and which foods benefit from each—can help you get more out of the space you already have. It may even help you waste less produce between grocery trips.
