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Using Food Huggers at Home

Useful tips on how to utilize Food Huggers at home.

How do I clean my Food Huggers?

We designed Food Huggers to make sustainable living simple—even at cleanup time. They’re completely dishwasher safe, so the easiest way to clean them is to pop them right in with your dishes. They come out spotless, dry quickly, and are ready to get

What Can I Use Food Huggers For?

Food Huggers were created to keep cut fruits and veggies fresh—but that’s just the beginning. They started as a simple way to save leftover fruits and veggies, but our community has shown us just how many ways they can make a difference in the kitche

Do I Need To Refrigerate Food Sealed In A Food Hugger?

Yes, please! Just like any other leftover produce, food sealed in a Food Hugger stays freshest when kept in the refrigerator. Even fruits and veggies that usually sit out on the counter—like tomatoes, lemons, or avocados—will last longer in the fridg

How Long Does Food Last With A Food Hugger?

The honest answer? It depends a lot on the food — it’s definitely longer with a Food Hugger than without. Every fruit and veggie follows its own timeline. A cucumber cut at peak ripeness won’t age the same way as one that’s already softening, and an

Do Food Huggers Absorb Smells?

It’s rare—but it can happen, and it’s easy to fix. Food Huggers are made from 100% food-safe, BPA- and phthalate-free silicone, which naturally resists odors and stains. Still, certain strong ingredients—like onions, garlic, or citrus—can leave a fai

Are Food Huggers® Dishwasher Safe?

Absolutely. They’re as low-maintenance as they come. Food Huggers are made from durable, 100% food-safe silicone that’s built to handle the heat and motion of a dishwasher with ease. Simply place them on the top rack and let them go through your norm

How To Get The Snug Seal Just Right

Getting a good seal is simple—when done correctly feels effortless. Just place your cut fruit or veggie over the Food Hugger that is closest in size and press your food downward and in, until the silicone naturally folds up and around the edges. You’

How Can I Make My Kitchen More Eco-friendly?

Start small—and start where you are.Sustainability in the kitchen isn’t about perfection; it’s about progress. Reaching for reusables, keeping food fresher for longer, and shopping mindfully all add up to meaningful change. Choose tools you’ll love u

How Does Food Waste Impact The Environment?

When food is wasted, it’s not just the meal that’s lost—it’s everything that went into producing it.Every piece of uneaten fruit or veggie represents all the water, energy, and resources it took to grow, ship, and store it. And when that food ends up

What Does “Sustainability at Home” Really Mean?

At its heart, sustainability at home is about care—not perfection.It’s about using what you have, wasting less, and making choices that feel good today and make a difference tomorrow. It’s noticing what’s in your fridge before you shop again. It’s ch

Why Does Food Huggers Focus on “Small Wins”?

Because small wins build big change.Saving half a lemon may not change the world on its own—but multiply that by millions of kitchens, and you start to see the difference. Each Food Hugger helps reduce plastic waste, cut down on food waste, and make

What Does “Zero Waste Lifestyle” Really Mean?

The zero waste lifestyle can’t possibly be about creating NO waste at all, ever—it has to be about working from where you are towards less waste. Being thoughtful about your footprint. At its best, zero waste living is a mindset, not a scorecard. It’