General · 7 September 2026
Wrapping banana stems in tin foil keeps them fresh for longer
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You can slow down ripening and stop bananas turning brown quickly by wrapping the stem in tin foil. The simple trick traps ethylene gas, a natural hormone released from the stem that speeds up the ripening process. Cling film also works, and you should keep bananas away from other fruits, like apples and pears, which can ripen faster due to the gas.
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