Your refrigerator, a marvel of modern engineering, has one critical flaw according to Jiaying Zhao, a behavioral scientist at the University of British Columbia.
Zhao observes that following the intended organization of the fridge, by hiding fruits and vegetables, can lead to an increased likelihood of forgetting these perishables until they become unusable.
According to Zhao, the human mind’s capacity to remember is limited, and out of sight often means out of mind. To counteract this, she suggests rearranging perishing items so that they are more visible.
Surprisingly, the reorganization of your refrigerator’s items can have a significant impact, despite seeming like a minor change, as proven by behavioral science evidence.
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