Changing how you store lemons can keep them fresh for months, not weeks. Lemons are useful for baking, cooking, and making drinks.

Lemons can also be used for cleaning. Putting lemon slices in water in the microwave or oven can help remove grime.

It's easy to buy lemons and then forget to use them before they go bad.

Lemons don't last long in a fruit bowl. But there's a way to make them last longer.

Kate Lewis shared a trick on TikTok. She said it's simple and works well.

Kate stores her lemons in water in the fridge. She washes them first with water and vinegar to remove wax.

Some lemons in the UK don't have wax, so you might not need to do this step.

Kate puts her clean lemons in a jar of water and seals it. She says they will last up to four weeks.

People who saw the video were surprised and wanted to try it.

Some viewers already knew this trick and thought it was great.

Before trying this, be careful. Storing lemons in water can be risky if not done right.

Lemons in water can get bacteria like Salmonella if not kept clean.

To stay safe, wash the lemons, use clean water, and change it often. Don't touch the water with your hands.

For short storage, follow these steps.

For long storage, follow these steps.