What is the difference between Debbie Meyer Green Bags, Boxes and Lite Boxes in how they work? Which works BEST at keeping food fresher and longer? This question is very important to me because of small income. As many answers as possible would help.Please? What is the difference between Debbie Meyer Green Bags, Boxes and Lite Boxes in how they work? Which works BEST at keeping food fresher and longer? This question is very important to me because of... » Read More What is the difference between Debbie Meyer Green Bags, Boxes and Lite Boxes in how they work? Which works BEST at keeping food fresher and longer? This question is very important to me because of small income. As many answers as possible would help.Please? « Show Less
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In my opinion the green bags would be your most economical bet. I purchased the green boxes and don't think that they work very well. They are nice for storage, but if you want the ability to keep produce fresh, they are lacking in that! The green bags seem to work for us and we've been using botht his summer. I hope that this helps you!
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I have used the bags and they work well. I just feel that the boxes are easier to clean and also they are more economical because the bags can only be used a few times each. Also, I do not put my boxes and lids in the dishwasher.
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I love the boxes. They keep food very fresh. Dishwasher and microwave safe.I have never used the green bags. The only difference I can see is that you wash the boxes, but have to throw out the bags.
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The boxes are stackable and protect food that can be bruised. They are great for asparagus. The bags are good too and they can be washed. I use both the boxes and bags.
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I have only used Debbie Meyer green boxes and I am extremely happy with the purchase, I have not purchased or used the Lite boxes.
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Your order should have consisted of a rectangular plastic lid, plastic screws and washers for the Perma-lid, and a clear rectangular open "ring" that sits into your own receptacle, that holds grocery bags, which is the Bag-it" part. This system does not come with a receptacle, and it clearly states that in the description. I think most of the people who bought this did it for the same reason I did. They needed a lid that didn't continually fall out of the littermaid holder and block materials from getting into the receptacle. After reading all the reviews, I figured the Bag-it "ring" was just a throw in item, so I didn't have high expectations of it. Based on my experience, the Bag-it "ring" only works so, so. The Perma-lid works great.
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If unprotected in the refrigerator, they will last as long as other fruit. Use Debbie Meyer Green Bags to extend their freshness. We use these bags for all our fruits and veggies and they last much longer.
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I've looked for this as well and haven't really found anything. I end up just putting the recyclables in the bins and then using blue bags from Giant Eagle (grocery store). It's a little more work for me but I don't mind. I've considered buying the large blue kitchen bags but considering I get blue ones for "free" at the grocery store; I just suck it up.
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Why and where do you use bags in a Brisker? I have used one for many years and never used any thing but the wrappers the crackers come in. I clean the bottom several times a year, never had an odor.
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These bags work with the regular FoodSaver, not with the handheld FreshSaver. FreshSaver bags have a zipper type seal across the top and then the air is vacuumed out by the FreshSaver through a special hole in the bag designed for that purpose.
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This is the same product as the small boxes at your grocery store. Ingredients will be listed on those boxes. This large bag saves money for me [vs. buying small boxes], as I use it as a laundry additive. You get the best natural whiteners and color brighteners from baking soda (1/2 c.) used with your detergent. Regards.
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It really depends on how many cats you have. I ordered an extra box of bags (3 in a box) when I first ordered because I wasn't sure how long they would last either but I found out they do last at least their months. I love the system. I do have to read the instructions every time I have to install a new bag!
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Umm, interesting! I left most of my products, cereals, crackers in their original wax type bags. For some cereals that I had placed into zip type bags, I buy what is cheap, on sale and mostly the freezer type, I just left them in those bags! I never had that issue nor did a friend of mine who also has a brisker.
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As far as I know they are food saver bags, nut then I am only taking their word for it. I now get my bags at Walmart, or Meiyers, and I have been getting iploc. They are cheaper, and heavier. They also haae Food Saver bags.
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I'm not sure about the "best" way. Some recommend refrigerating, but I figured that wasn't needed until after the bag was opened, so that's what I do. They only last a month or so. Freezing is probably good for longer periods. I just store the new bags in the pantry.
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I use prepackaged salads and the bags work well, keeping the unopened greens fresh for about three weeks although they should be consumed sooner. Once open, the salad should keep for about two weeks. I also pack the green bag into a Debbie Meyer green box and it keeps food fresher even longer. Not as good for strawberries, however!
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hello mister and missus sleepy here. this is Mark here. as to your question can mylar bags be used with the food saver, my understanding is not very well but they do work um but its not that great. but apparently well enough to remove most of the air and then when you put the deoxygenater in with the food then that should be sufficient. I hope that answers your question um go on YouTube there are videos on the subject.
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I have used regular bags, but I ended up going back to the simple human bags because they are so much stronger and they fit inside perfectly and barely show from the outside of the can. But yes, you can use regular bags just fine to save $$$. I buy the big box of simple human bags off of Amazon and it seems to be cheaper than buying the smaller boxes at a retail store but it is still more $$ than just buying regular bags. By the way I love this trash can. I can't believe I spent the money on it that I did, but it was really worth it.
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It is best to purchase the bags. The effect may not be the same with bags that are not compatible with the food saver.
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Sorry Wendy. I do the same as the other respondent. The bags are huge and I always put them in airtight containers. I have a small bag from a local Amish bulk store and the ingredients on that label are the same as was previously mentioned in the other response.
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I have used various different types of Vacuum sealer bags and for the most part they work but I have found that the off brand sealer bags when you get towards the ends of the rolls they are very wrinkled and don't seal as well. I have wasted many a bag because of that. The individual bags work ok but I have found the Food Saver brands are the best.