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All five of our experts gave green juice the go-ahead_ by [Dana Leigh Smith / Eat This, Not That!](https://time.com/author/eat-this-not-that/) ## Dana Leigh Smith / Eat This, Not That! Feb 16, 2016 1:00 PM UTC  Danny Kim for TIME by [Dana Leigh Smith / Eat This, Not That!](https://time.com/author/eat-this-not-that/) ## Dana Leigh Smith / Eat This, Not That! Feb 16, 2016 1:00 PM UTC If you’ve ever opened your refrigerator’s vegetable drawer and noticed mushy, moldy produce, you’re not alone. About 40 percent of the food that’s grown and sold in America is thrown out, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council. Not only can wasting food weigh on your conscience, but it can also drain your cash. To [save money on groceries](http://www.eatthis.com/eat-this-not-that-save-money-produce), cut back on food waste and ensure that you’ll always have nutritious produce on hand for a healthy dinner, stock up on the veggies below. All of them last at least a month and many of them remain good far longer than that. **1\. Pumpkins** So long as you don’t carve it into a jack-o-lantern, fresh pumpkins can last up to four months in the refrigerator. No room in the fridge? The orange squash will last up to three months on your kitchen counter or inside a cool, dark pantry, which is still pretty impressive. **Eat This! Tip:** We’re big fans of roasting pumpkin in the oven with a bit of olive oil, salt, pepper and cumin. Eat it hot as a side dish or chill it and add it to a salad for a major hit of vitamin A. **2\. Beets** Good news, beet lovers: Your favorite carpet-staining veggie can last between two and four months when stored in the fridge. Just be sure to cut off the greens if they’re still attached. Keeping them on will draw the moisture out from the root, which, over time, can impact the flavor, draw out the nutrients and cause the vegetable to shrivel up. **Eat This! Tip:** Nosh on beets before you go for a jog. Studies suggest that runners who eat baked beets before a race actually finish faster. The secret weapon: Nitrates, a natural chemical that increases endurance and lowers blood pressure. **_Eat This, Not That!:_**[_20 Healthy Foods You Better Eat in Moderation_](http://www.eatthis.com/healthy-foods-in-moderation) **3\. Sweet Potatoes** Sweet potatoes are high in fiber and have a low glycemic index, which means they’re digested slowly and will keep you feeling satiated long after your meal. If you store your sweet potatoes in a cool, dark area, you can expect them to last up to a month. Keep them in a loose bag to allow for optimal circulation and freshness. **Eat This! Tip:** These orange tubers are extremely versatile and can be used to make everything from fries to soup. **4\. Cabbage** Cabbage has a far lower water content than traditional greens like [spinach](http://www.eatthis.com/kale-vs-spinach-superfood-swap) and romaine, which helps to extend its shelf life. Wrapped in plastic and stored in the refrigerator, the brassica vegetable can last for about two months. **Eat This! Tip:** Heat breaks down the chemicals that give cabbage many of its nutritional superpowers so it best to enjoy it raw. Throw it into a salad or use it to beef up a sandwich. **_Eat This, Not That!:_**[_25 Ways to Use Almost-Spoiled Food_](http://www.eatthis.com/food-spoilage) **5\. Spaghetti Squash** This stringy, high-fiber squash can stay fresh for up to five weeks so long as you store it properly. A dry environment that’s between 50º to 55º F is ideal. **Eat This! Tip:** Swap out your carb-laden pasta for spaghetti squash. Doing so will save you a whopping 180 calories a cup and the squash’s potassium content will do your muscles a solid, just like these 9 other [High-Potassium Foods That Keep Your Muscles Healthy and Strong](http://www.eatthis.com/high-potassium-foods-that-keep-your-muscles-healthy-and-strong). **6\. Carrots** Instead of buying baby carrots, which tend to go bad rather quickly, pick up the full-sized variety, which are one of the [cheapest vegetables for weight loss](http://www.eatthis.com/eat-this-not-that-save-money-produce). If they’re sold in a plastic bag, place a paper towel inside of it to absorb any lingering moisture and replace it whenever it gets saturated. Since moisture accelerates rot, this tactic can keep the orange veggie fresh and crunchy for months. **Eat This! Tip:** There’s really no wrong way to eat a carrot. Throw some into a stew or [pasta salad](http://www.eatthis.com/recipes-for-flat-abs-healty-pasta-salad), or bake with some olive oil and rosemary. In need of a snack? Pair carrots with some fiber-rich hummus to take the edge off. **_Eat This, Not That!:_**[_20 Protein-Packed Vegetarian Meals_](http://www.eatthis.com/protein-vegetarian-meals) **7\. Onions** To keep onions fresh for months, store them in a dry area where the temperature stays between 30 and 50 degrees. Alternatively, store them in a dark cabinet inside a mesh bag—they’ll keep for about a month. **Eat This! Tip:** Everything from omelets and salads to sandwiches and stir-fries tastes better with the addition of a flavorful onion. _This_ [_article_](http://www.eatthis.com/vegetables-that-stay-fresh-for-months) _originally appeared on_ [_Eat This, Not That!_](http://www.eatthis.com) ## Transcript Green juice can cost you $ 10 a bottle, but is it a trend worth really buying into? Five out of five of our experts give green juice the go ahead. The store bought kind has about 36 % of your daily recommended potassium, 20 % of your daily vitamin A 12 grams of natural sugar and four grams of protein. If you juice your own glass you'll likely get even more vitamins. Barry Popkin says that veggie juice is really healthy for you and a lot better for you than fruity concoctions like smoothies. A big concern about juicing is that it gets rid of most of the fiber which lets sugar rush into your bloodstream faster. But Popkin says that because vegetables are so low in sugar, that's not a big issue. Lydia Pisano has researched green leafy vegetables. And finds that they're linked to a lower risk of developing diabetes. Green juice is fine as long as part of your overall well balanced diet. But don't go on an all green juice Cleanse. That's what we have our kidneys and livers for, says Kristi King. Mary Jo Kasten warns that you should be careful with green juice if you have a kidney. Foods like spinach are a rich source of oxalate, which can contribute to kidney stones, but for most people, juicing is just fine. Most of us, of course, aren't anywhere close to overdosing on vegetables. And only 10 % of what we do get down is dark green. It's better to eat your vegetables rather than drink them, says David Katz, but if green juice is what it takes to get your veggie fix, then bottoms up. 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