KEEP IT FRESH
Mum shares genius hack that ‘changed her life’ and stops the annoying problem of cereal going stale in the box
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A MUM has gone viral for her simple food storage trick that stops cereal from going stale.
The free hack meant that she didn't have to fork out for reusable storage containers to keep the breakfast food fresh.
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In her viral video, TikTok user Vicky Gilchrist (@vickygilchrist_) described the tip as a "kitchen hack that changed my life."
She showed her audience an open box of Tesco Honey Hoops, which cost 79p.
Despite the low price, the TikToker was still keen to avoid any food waste.
Rather than simply tucking the cardboard flaps closed on the slit designed for resealing, she took another approach.
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Vicky folded each of the flaps into the box, turning it to show her audience.
She then pinched either side of the opening together to close over the top.
Finally, she secured the flaps in place by folding one into the pre-cut slit.
Vicky held up the cereal box to demonstrate how it now stayed closed.
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While the box is completely sealed, you should also tightly secure the plastic bag containing the cereal.
This well help to ensure that your breakfast is always as crunchy as the day you opened it.
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Vicky explained that her husband usually breaks the top of the cereal box.
According to the TikToker, this simple trick has helped to "save the day."
She carried out similar food storage hacks with a loaf of bread and a large bag of popcorn.
Her followers shared their thoughts on the simple trick in the comments section.
"You know your getting old when you find this exciting," joked one viewer.
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1. Set a budget
will help to stretch your budget. Start by working out how much you spent on food over the last three months, then each month you get paid, set aside a certain amount for food.
2. Plan your meals
Make a list of your main meals for the coming week, including the ingredients you need, and stick to it. Don’t get drawn into offers for things that you don’t need. If you already have some food leftover from the week before, try to see what you can do with that first.
3. Think about when and where you shop
It's best to shop on a full stomach so you don't get tempted. Shopping less often can help you to think about what you buy and it may help you to stick to your budget.
4. Go online
Shopping online is a good and easy way to manage your budget. It can also help to track expenses, whilst also preventing impulse buys.
"In the medieval era, they would have impaled you and burned you," said another follower.
"Wow, the Cornflakes one is genius!!" commented a third person.
"I learn more on TikTok than in school," joked another viewer.
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"Wow, [I] have learned something, thank you but I normally use pegs," said one commenter.
"Noice, I've never thought to do the box one but it makes perfect sense," wrote another follower.
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