flies.
If you want to disinfect the bin, use an appropriate household disinfectant according to its label directions rather than relying on the baking-soda-and-vinegar mixture.
Step 3: Prevention — My Mother-in-Law’s Golden Rules of Trash
Prevention is always easier than a cure. Here are my no-fuss habits for keeping flies and maggots away from my kitchen:
- Seal high-risk foods: Meat, dairy, fish, and overripe fruit can attract flies. If you’re not taking the trash out immediately, seal these scraps tightly in a small bag or container. For especially perishable scraps, storing
