Tesco issues warning to shoppers buying bananas in October

On the biggest retailer in the country's website, they have shared useful tips on how to make certain items last longer and stop us from throwing them in the bin.
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Tesco has issued a warning to anybody buying bananas in October. On the biggest retailer in the country's website, they have shared useful tips on how to make certain items last longer and stop us from throwing them in the bin.

Amid a huge amount of food waste, Tesco has come to the rescue by saying you can freeze the item to use at a late date. Tesco's website said: "Using your freezer for just ice cubes and a packet of frozen peas? Wondering whether you can freeze milk?"

The statement from the supermarket retailer and giant went on to say: "Freezers are the most efficient when they are full, so make the most of the space to prevent food waste and have ingredients ready to go. From milk and cheese to veg and rice, your freezer can do it all!"

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It adds: "Peel ripe bananas and freeze whole or in slices. These can be used straight from the freezer, perfect for cold, thick smoothies or snacking on with these easy 3-ingredient fruit and nut bananas. Plus, frozen bananas are all you need to make this super simple banana nice cream."

It comes amid a warning over "stowaway" insects on bananas being bought this autumn. Experts at the National Centre for Reptile Welfare warn: "Spiders and other invertebrates may sometimes be found in bunches of bananas, with small lizards and amphibians also being encountered.

"Whilst it is extremely unlikely that any stowaways are harmful to you or your pets, it is possible so always use caution. If you find a spider or other animal DO NOT TOUCH IT. If the bananas or fruit are already bagged then place this into another plastic bag such as a bin liner for example, or into a plastic box with a secure lid.

"Contact the NCRW and we will advise you on what to do next. It is a legal requirement that you report the findings to someone, as there are legal implications for vertebrates under the Animal Welfare Act."