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Mya Bollan

Avocado warning as 'dangerous' viral storage hack could make you sick

Food prices are as high as ever with lots of people looking for ways to save cash when stocking up fridges and cupboards.

So it is no wonder that hacks to keep food fresh for longer have been going viral lately as many try to keep both their waste and spending down.

However, one hack claiming to keep avocados fresh has been slammed by experts who are warning the trick could actually cause stomach upset because of the bacteria it may create. The storage method - which has gone viral on TikTok - has been hailed "genius" by many viewers as the video aims to help keep the fruit from going brown prematurely by soaking them in water.

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