SOCIAL media customers have been left divided by a lady’s life hack that she claims retains strawberries recent “without end”.

The nameless girl shared how she had spent “36 years” of her life with out realizing the trick, however claims she had not too long ago came upon that leaving strawberries in glass jars will increase their longevity.

Initially buying the berries from a grocery store with the expectation that they might go off throughout the week, she determined to attempt the tactic, storing them in a sealed glass jar with water as a substitute.

To her amazement, the strawberries have allegedly lasted an unimaginable three weeks, leading to her speeding to social media to share the tip with savvy buyers.

Sharing a picture of a bunch of strawberries securely contained inside a glass mason jar to social media on Saturday, the girl revealed all the life hack.

She wrote: “It took me 36 years to search out out that for those who put strawberries in glass jars, they final without end.

“These ones, no phrase of a lie, are over three weeks outdated. From the superstore.

“I’m fortunate if I get them to final 5 days earlier than they begin to flip after I purchase them from there. I don’t know who else is aware of this trick however for those who don’t, you’re welcome.”

The publish obtained over 4,100 likes and greater than 2,100 feedback from customers – though many have been left divided by the effectiveness of the trick.

Tami Diaz wrote: “Oh my God. Thanks. I so wanted that – my strawberries go dangerous so fast.”

Tracey Burgess replied: “Oh my God. Wonderful if it really works cos’ [sic] I’m sick of throwing half a bath away.”

Susie Clack mentioned: “I did this with strawberries and though they didn’t mould and go mushy, that they had a vinegar style to them.”

Nevertheless, Kerry Bayne commented: “Load of s**t. I attempted it. They went off faster.”

Mae O’Connor reasoned: “Why would you need to eat strawberries which can be three weeks outdated and who is aware of how lengthy they sat prior to purchasing?

“The nutrient content material can be considerably diminished.”

Leo Shawyer added: “I do that however it’s a fable that they final without end. They do final ages and look recent on the surface however the inside rots.

“You’ll scent it once you open the jar. Works for all berries and grapes, and so forth.”

The ‘strawberries in a jar’ hack has gone viral lately, with there even being a Ted Speak about it performed by Amy Cross.

Nevertheless, the jury continues to be out on whether or not the hack truly works, with many suggesting that the strawberries needs to be dipped in a distilled white vinegar and water combination for 2 minutes earlier than fermentation begins.

It’s then advisable to dry the strawberries with paper towels earlier than inserting them again right into a jam jar.