5 Items You Should Never Put In A Freezer in Minnesota

About 54% of homes in the United States have an extra freezer.  The freezer at my house right now has cookies in it that I'm hiding from my teenage boys.  Don't tell them.  I want to eat them.

While cookies, bread, and meat are typical items people store in a freezer, there are a few other items that seem to show up every once in a while in that cold zone that really shouldn't be placed there.  Look through below and make sure that these items are pulled out of your freezer ASAP.

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5 Items Minnesotans Should Never Put In A Freezer

The most common item stored in a freezer is frozen pizza.  But chicken and ground beef are other favorite items that people are storing for another day.  FYI, EatingWell states ground beef is best if you use it within three to four months of placing it in the freezer.

Before you open up that freezer door and throw in another item, check out this word of caution from Real Simple.  Below are 5 things that should never go in your freezer:

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#1 - Glass Mason Jars

Glass containers, like mason jars, can crack and break in the cold.  Some mason jars are designed for the freezer but you'll need to verify that on the packaging to make sure.

#2 - Carbonated Beverages & Canned Drinks

If you want a cold beverage, do NOT put a can of soda or any carbonated beverages in a freezer.  There is a really good chance that the can will explode.  Use the refrigerator or a glass of ice to cool that off.

#3 - Batteries

You have probably heard that batteries last longer if you store a package in the freezer.  Duracell says that the rumor is false.

#4 - Makeup or Beauty Products

Putting your foundation, eye shadow, or other beauty products in the freezer can change the overall formula of the makeup.  According to Real Simple, it could also add some moisture to the products which could cause bacteria to grow.

#5 - Electronics or Tech Devices

Has your phone ever given you a warning that it is overheating and is going to shut off?  The trend for some when that arrives is to toss it in the freezer.  Unfortunately, this isn't the right answer.  Suddenly changing the temperature of electronics can hurt the battery, shorten the lifespan of the device, and also damage the electronic item.

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