Do fruits lose their nutrients when kept in the refrigerator? For how many days is it right to store them?

Water-soluble nutrients like Vitamin C and B present in fruits spoil the fastest because they gradually start decreasing due to exposure to air, heat and light.

Keeping fruit in the fridge

Whether it's summer or winter, most households buy fruits and put them directly in the refrigerator to keep them fresh and enjoy them chilled. But many people wonder if refrigeration reduces the nutrients in fruits, such as vitamins and minerals. This is a common misconception. Health experts say that refrigeration doesn't destroy fruit's nutrients; rather, storing them at the right temperature preserves them for a longer period. The truth is that the greatest loss of nutrients in fruits occurs when cooked, cut, or kept outdoors for extended periods, not simply by refrigeration.

What are the reasons for the reduction of nutrients?