5 Pantry Staples That Spoil Faster Than We Think
By: Team Ifairer | Posted: 07-08-2014
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BERRY JAMS
The anthocyanins in blueberry jam decline by 23%, on average, after 2 months of storage at room temperature, say researchers at the University of Arkansas. Similarly, strawberry jam loses up to 12% of its health boosting flavonoids after 6 months in a dark cupboard. Experts believe the flavonoids (including anthocyanins) contribute to the antiinflammatory, memory preserving, antioxidant effects of berries.