This is usually simple enough, but it ignores one key factor.

One of the most common categories?

Work-out clothing, she says.

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Fortunately, this is also a great item you could pass along or donate rather than trash.

But when in doubt, contact your food bank representative to see what their policy is.

Serafen says the reason people cling to this particular category can be chalked up to a few reasons.

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All of a sudden, were overwhelmed with volume, Serafen says.

Unless you have a penchant for wearing mismatched socks, its time to ditch those extras.

We see all too often and they can become burdensome, Serafen says.

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The Boyles agree, adding medication and sunscreen to this list.

Instead of discarding entirely, consider repurposing.

Can they be used elsewhere in your organizing efforts?

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Serafen notes these are often quick to accumulate into closet clutter, but theres an easy fix.

Many dry cleaners will take these back, she says.

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